What’s for tea? If you’re a parent asking that question on repeat this half term, you’re not alone. With the usual school routines out the window, mealtimes have a habit of becoming more battlefield than bonding time. And when you’re juggling work, playdates and snack demands, cooking something vaguely nutritious – and vaguely appealing – can feel like one task too many.
To help ease the pressure, we asked Sophie Nahmad, lead recipe developer at Gousto, for her top mealtime survival strategies. Her advice? Keep it quick, keep it flexible and keep the kids involved.
