Cosy Nights In for Less: Fakeaways, Film Nights and Winter Fun at Home
When it’s cold, wet and dark by five o’clock, there’s nothing better than a cosy night in. But between takeaways, streaming subscriptions and snacks, nights in can end up costing nearly as much as going out. The good news is that with a bit of planning, you can enjoy brilliant evenings at home for a fraction of the price. Fakeaway Friday Takeaway prices and delivery fees can add up quickly. Making your own favourites at home is usually much cheaper, and often tastier too: Homemade pizza: shop-bought bases or a simple dough, a tin of chopped tomatoes and whatever toppings you have in the fridge. Get the kids to build their own. Fakeaway curry: a jar of paste, a tin of coconut milk, some veg and rice goes a long way. Add naan from the bakery aisle. Oven “chippy” night: thick-cut oven chips, breaded fish and mushy peas make a cheap, cheerful treat. Stir-fry in minutes: noodles, frozen veg and a sauce is quicker than waiting for a delivery driver. Supermarket “dine in” meal d...