Getting a last-minute shop done on Christmas Eve?
Follow these tips to help make the experience as smooth as possible.
1. Plan ahead
Sit down and write out the dishes you’ll be making. Under each dish write down every ingredient you need, whether you have it or not. Then, using highlighters or coloured pens, colour the items you already have and in a different colour, any crossover items. Then, write your shopping list in categories of where they are in the shop.
2. Order ahead
For items like turkeys and prawns, it’s a good idea to have pre-ordered from your local butcher or seafood shop to pick up on Christmas Eve.
3. Brave the shops on Christmas Eve
It might be hectic, but it’ll be worth it to serve the freshest dishes. You’ll only need to pick up fruit, vegetables and meat (if you didn’t already). And you have your very organised list to help you get out as quickly as you got in.
Then you can sit back and relax before the mayhem of Christmas day!
Alternatively, if you want to save the hassle, decide to have something different than a traditional Christmas meal! The possibilities are endless.
