Inflation and the cost of living.

Jaxjacky

It was my birthday Norah I’m recovering from a complex hip issue, it gave my husband a rest as he’s been cooking from scratch for weeks.

Apologies for offending you.

I pray you recover well. Proper physio is essential.

Norah

Jaxjacky

We had a very tasty Indian delivered last Sunday, £53 for the five of us, with leftovers for Monday.
It does depend on where you live and how you shop I think.

As with anything, depends on what one buys and how much a person is willing to spend. I'd not prefer to spend £53 for a meal. It is down to 'where you live, how you shop' and if you prefer scratch made.

It is down to 'where you live, how you shop' and if you prefer scratch made.

Some people find that an eclectic mix of cooked from basics, ready meals, an occasional takeaway and meals out is what suits them.

There is no virtue in cooking from scratch if you've had an operation, are struggling in any way or rushing home from a day out when alternatives are available.

We don't spend on takeaways, cafes, pubs
Do you never go out for a meal? What about when on holiday? Or do you stay in self-catering and cook from scratch there?

Allira

Norah

Jaxjacky

We had a very tasty Indian delivered last Sunday, £53 for the five of us, with leftovers for Monday.
It does depend on where you live and how you shop I think.

As with anything, depends on what one buys and how much a person is willing to spend. I'd not prefer to spend £53 for a meal. It is down to 'where you live, how you shop' and if you prefer scratch made.

It is down to 'where you live, how you shop' and if you prefer scratch made.

Some people find that an eclectic mix of cooked from basics, ready meals, an occasional takeaway and meals out is what suits them.

There is no virtue in cooking from scratch if you've had an operation, are struggling in any way or rushing home from a day out when alternatives are available.

We don't spend on takeaways, cafes, pubs
Do you never go out for a meal? What about when on holiday? Or do you stay in self-catering and cook from scratch there?

If I was virtue signaling I apologize. I'm frugal.

I very much dislike spending on food we could prepare.

Not that it matters. Never have we been struggling and unable to cook at the same moment. On holiday we self-cater or river cruise.

I believe I've explained myself well. Apologies to Jaxjacky.

Charlie Bigham is cooking here tonight

It’s ok Norah I’m rather frustrated at my situation, I usually cook, it’s been an education for MrJ!

Jaxjacky

It’s ok Norah I’m rather frustrated at my situation, I usually cook, it’s been an education for MrJ!

I remember having to sit on a kitchen chair, leg in plaster propped up on another one, teaching DH how to cook more than just sausage and mash.

What is so difficult about following a recipe in a cookery book, I wonder? 😀

Allira

Charlie Bigham is cooking here tonight

Ok, he's called round here too. That's good of him.

Did you know that Charlie Bingham tastes even better when it’s on special offer? And our local supermarket often has a due date reduction - £5.78 for bœuf bourguignon was a treat on Tuesday.

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That is a special offer!