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(29 Posts)
Sago Wed 26-Nov-25 08:46:03

I don’t get it, who buys all this UPF rubbish?

Yes of course we eat more at Christmas and there has to be a few treats but it’s not difficult to make a few dips and canapés.

I buy a side of smoked trout, make pate, mince pies, florentines Parmesan biscuits, dips, I always have mini Yorkshire puddings in the freezer to fill.

It’s a lot cheaper than all the stuff advertised on TV.

I reckon my lot could scoff £50 worth of M&S canapés in 1 sitting.

ferry23 Wed 26-Nov-25 08:25:21

Was saying just the same at the weekend. Trying to do my Christmas food delivery order taking forever as there's so much choice.

Which on the one hand is a good thing I suppose, but on the other hand - well - I really just want a pack of 6 mince pies but there seems to be about 10 different packets to choose from.

Beechnut Wed 26-Nov-25 07:38:51

No, I feel the same. This year I’ve noticed myself only giving a quickish glance to what’s on the shelf and walking on.

notgran Wed 26-Nov-25 06:36:45

Over the past few days I have been watching more Netflix type films/series than really I should. Every advert break is obviously Christmas related, mostly food. Now I love special Christmassy food but there is so/too much variety from every supermarket, that weirdly I don't want any of it. It could be a disappointment. For example, should I have chosen the fancy ice cream cake in the shape of a tree instead of the even fancier chocolate orange bombe etc etc. It does all look fabulous just not tempting me to buy it. Is it just me?