Menu ideas for visitors from OZ

missbiggles1

melanzana wrote: »

Now come on, no is talking about "dumping food on the table, take it or leave it".... but for two weeks or whatever it can be a trial. And to be fair the OP is trying his/her best to accommodate them but is worried about what they like.

As a visitor to people, I have been delighted that they provided grub along with a comfy bed. I never complained. If something wasn't to my liking, I just ate what I did like. Very bad form to complain.

I personally think it is a bit churlish to demand certain food when you are staying privately with a relative (unless there is gluten free, wheat free, dairy free, nut free lol) In that case the host must be a saint!

As I said, if you were going to Australia, would you DEMAND certain foods?

If you did, out on yer ear, or provide them yourself. :rotfl:

I didn't get the impression that the visitors had demanded anything (that would obviously be rude), just that the OP was trying to please them.

melanzana

suki1964 wrote: »

Tbh I think you need a chill pill

Why are you making this thread into something that it's not?

You want to take me to task for being " so nice and submissive" ?

May I suggest you step away from the thread if you have nothing constructive to offer. I know the marriage board has been quiet for a while,mouth seriously do we need psychobabble on this board?

Ah relax will you fgs.

You did say in your OP that you were possibly getting your undies in a twist about these visitors.

So I tried to get you to see the light! It's not your problem, it is theirs, if they don't like the FREE grub on offer then they can provide for themselves or do a one day on, one day off as I said.

I know you want to do the best, and honestly, hospitality is wonderful. And I know you will do that, by your OP.

So relax, make up the food and enjoy! Is there anything wrong with me saying that!

melanzana

missbiggles1 wrote: »

I didn't get the impression that the visitors had demanded anything (that would obviously be rude), just that the OP was trying to please them.

Yes, that's OK for a night or two and most of us will willingly do that.

But two weeks. What about the indigenous family routine and meals.

pinkypig

When we have people to stay I usually opt for things that can be done ahead of time which cuts down on hassle and gives me more time to spend with them. Old favourites I fall back on are things like fish pie, quiche, lasagne, curry and pasta bake (they also all freeze well).
Paella is also a nice summer dish.
Hope everything goes well.
PP x

melanzana

pinkypig wrote: »

When we have people to stay I usually opt for things that can be done ahead of time which cuts down on hassle and gives me more time to spend with them. Old favourites I fall back on are things like fish pie, quiche, lasagne, curry and pasta bake (they also all freeze well).
Paella is also a nice summer dish.
Hope everything goes well.
PP x

Sounds wonderful and so tasty.

But might not suit the Antipodean visitors just the same.

VfM4meplse

mhagster wrote: »

From an Australian perspective !

We have exactly the same thing in our supermarkets as you do , I can't think of anything I can't get here that I could have at home in Scotland. ( apart from brands of sweets / crisps etc )

Depending on which part of Australia they live in will determine how warm your weather feels! We are currently in winter mode in Melbourne, think cold, wet and damp! Or cold winds and maybe a blue sky ( not in last few days though) so we are currently eating winter foods like soups, stews, puddings.

In summer we probably eat a lot lighter food , salads, pastas , not every Australian fires up the barbecue everyday !! I'm sure some do but on the whole they don't!

I'm sure your guests will be happy to see you, happy to be fed and if the niece is fussy its not because she's Australian ...it's because she's fussy.
Do what you normally do which sounds delicious and I think you'll be just fine!

Do you not think that part of the problem is that Aussies are used to good quality, fresh produce. We do see it here but it is on the pricey side.

OP, try Donna Hay's website for fresh, fast and simple recipes.

milasavesmoney

Ask your sister what niece does like for breakfast etc and what snacks she likes. Mine, all grown and gone, love fruit, Greek yogurt, and brownies. So I stock up on those things and make brownies. (how can you go wrong with chocolate?) I nearly had a drooling fit when I saw the list of British desserts posted. Sounds divine!!

You might also ask about her dislikes.

I love what everyone has said about fixing traditional fare which you basically named in the list of your usual foods. I tend to make a bigger variety when I have guests. For example salads and more vegetables. Then, make a stew or curry with the leftover veggies and add a few things just like you would normally. I would query them as to 'Is there any British food you have been wanting to try'. You cook a big variety of foods so they won't be bored.
I recently made toad in the hole with mash and onion gravy for the first time (I'm American) and it went over gangbusters!

Go seasonal. Crumbles with seasonal fruit etc.

They are probably more excited about having an adventure and what they will get to see, more than anything else.

p.s. If I were coming I'd definitely want to try pub fare.:D

Goldiegirl

What about grilled/oven cooked fish or chicken fillets, either marinaded or covered in herbs of spices

Serve with salad or veg.

It's light, colourful and flavoursome, ideal for summer

Hopefully the guests will make a contribution for their keep, to cover any additional costs.

amandaatnumber7

suki1964 wrote: »

Niece and her boyfriend are en route to stay a couple of weeks and I'm panicking about what to feed them:eek:

This being NI and this week has been summer, I'm sure the weather will be a lot cooler by time they arrive ( Sunday) but, I'm sure our usual fare is going to be too stodgy for them ( chips with everything and most things deep fried when eating out for example)



At home we eat a lot of pies, stew type dishes, curries, Chinese and pasta dishes

Niece is 19 and according to sister doesn't eat enough to keep a sparrow alive :eek: is fussy:eek::eek: and tends to snack rather then eat a meal

BF I know nowt about but he's been back packing across the world for the last six months so I'm kinda guessing he's not fussed as long as it fills him :rotfl:

I wouldn't usually get my knickers in a twist , but we just had son and his gf stay ( they live in Australia ) and he was pretty scathing about menus here and she was a real fusspot

So all you lovely people who have been to OZ, have relatives there, or are even Aussie, ( and even those that haven't or aren't ) ideas please

Don't forget,I'm old style. I have a budget, and I scratch cook

Hi Aussie here :j
We eat a lot of salads in the warmer weather, with a meat of some sort, chicken, sausages and chops, steak and even a roast meat cooked on the bbq with salad
But I know my family, (immediate and extended )we all enjoy roasts , pasta and curries too
A great Australian cooking site is https://www.taste.com.au
Get some vegemite and lamingtons and you'll be set

suki1964

amandaatnumber7 wrote: »

Hi Aussie here :j
We eat a lot of salads in the warmer weather, with a meat of some sort, chicken, sausages and chops, steak and even a roast meat cooked on the bbq with salad
But I know my family, (immediate and extended )we all enjoy roasts , pasta and curries too
A great Australian cooking site is https://www.taste.com.au
Get some vegemite and lamingtons and you'll be set

Lol

She hates vegemite

She's boarding now so not long to go


Spoke to sister and it appears she likes chips, toast and jam and coco pops, same as my grandkids


And the bf is a dustbin and eats whatever's served and anyone else's :rotfl:

I'm menu planing ATM I've decided roasts for Sunday's and a mix of pizza night, curry night, Chinese night, BBQ and our usual lighter stews such as Rosemary chicken. I shall also have piles of eggs ( the hens are being very productive) and will make bowls of salads for them to dip into for lunches be it packed or otherwise

Mum has given me some money to cover their board so I can relax the purse strings somewhat


I just panicked I know because of the experience we had with son and gf earlier in the year. Found when they were here I was catering for them, not us as I heard nothing but moans about the food they had been getting, plus I got shown all the pictures and food reports of their Michelin dining whilst "doing Europe" lol

Now I just need the weather to pick up. It's been so hot and humid that a thunder storm is rumbling away out there and it seems we have bad weather for the week . Hope not cos the pizza oven is outside

Once again, thanks everyone xx