Look at the kitchen before writing the menu
Check the appliances stated, the crockery and the space to eat. A kitchen area does not mean an oven, a large freezer or catering equipment are present.
Adapt your menu to the accommodation's real capacity. For a few days, simple preparations can avoid buying numerous ingredients that will leave half-used.
Make a list by meal
Count the breakfasts, the meals at the accommodation and the snacks. At the same time, note the restaurants already booked so you don't buy the same thing twice.
Think about everyone's dietary needs and check what may be provided. Coffee, condiments and cooking products should not be assumed to be included.
Anticipate the public-holiday shopping
Check the exact opening times of the shops for 24, 25 and 31 December as well as 1 January. A usual opening does not let you draw conclusions for a holiday.
If you want to order a dish or a dessert, ask about the lead time, the collection conditions and storage. Book your collection slot taking your arrival time in Nancy into account.
Carry and store simply
Choose a quantity suited to the stay and the accommodation's storage capacity. For fragile or refrigerated products, arrange suitable transport.
The aim is to enjoy the meals without devoting the whole holiday to preparing them. You can alternate simple cooking, a restaurant outing and a sweet break.
Read our tips for 24 and 25 December and family reunions. Discover the equipment and availability of our old-town apartments in Nancy.