Large family? What food could I take 18 December 2022 at 10:49PM edited 18 December 2022 at 11:07PM in Old style MoneySaving 20 replies 2.7K views

bouicca21

Under similar circumstances I’m taking Boxing Day lunch.

Mayaboo

Brambling said:

It depends on her finances the kids may appreciate chocolate or treats but would she appreciate the money spent on groceries for example the fruit or veg brought? 

Personally if you're staying in a hotel overnight I wouldn't take trifle! 

Are you able to ask her partner what they need or like

I'm thinking about just making the jelly?!!

Mayaboo

She orders online.
Im in the dark pretty much.

I guess I'm just looking for extras to take that would be appreciated.
She suggested bringing more chocs as they eat loads 🙂
Shes so busy, she's hard to communicate with .
I often don't even get a response to to a yes or no question .

Mums, I hope you read this .❤️
I'm travelling a long way. 

I'm bringing gifts.

otb666

A hamper of fruit is exciting with pineapples and dates in.  I remember when i was growing up (9 of us)we always got one from same visitor and this was very exciting for us kids as we could help ourselves and lasts all xmas
I would also put a pack of AA and AAA batteries in my hand bag Just in case they are needed for toys

MikeJXE

It appears to me the best thing you could give her is a day off. 

JIL

My husband is from a large family and they ate the same as us. I'm sure your daughter will be more than aware of how much she needs and will scale up as required, she is used to it. She does sound very organised.

I would suggest helping with the children, take them off her hands and take them to the park. 
Food wise, stuff that will keep. Stuff that can go into lunch boxes,  maybe things that are a bit unusual, b and m for example have freddo frog chocolate that has popping candy (hard to get hold of). 

I'm not sure of how long you are staying or finances but is it worth offering to treat the family to a pizza delivery?  

Spendless

I'd take her open and serve food that needs no prepping. Either home made or bought biscuits, cakes, mince pies. Then add things like crisps, nuts, fruit, popcorn, soft drinks. If there's ravenous teens in the family I'd even consider giving them some pot noodles. If you can safely travel and store meat/dairy  products then things like sausage rolls, cheeses add a box of cheese crackers. 
Supermarkets are full of things like this at the minute. All of these are what 'add' to any Christmas-time meals served. 

mumf

my wife has made lovely boxed food boxes for our daughters. Basic stuff,nice biscuits and tea etc. Whatever, it’s a lovely gift. Years ago ,two ladies who worked with me in the day, worked in a greengrocer picking store in evening. A Christmas present was a lovely selection of lovely foods,so basic,but lovely.

LE3

I would take snacks - crisps, cheesy nibbles, fruit, chocolate - anything that doesn't need prep or fridge space! 
She can ration it if she feels its too much for the children, or put it all out to nibble on.
I would take some drinks (for adults & chidlren) but nothing major as shes likely got that in hand.

Spendless

I've been talking on another thrrad about having some 'Cupboard puddings' in. I bought a chocolate bomb and a gingerbread and butterscotch pudding from Aldi. I noticed last night at Aldi they are doing similar.