Fussy Brits take food on holiday with them

More than a third of British holidaymakers pack food in their suitcase. For some, the chance to sample exotic cuisine is a major cause for excitement when going on holiday, although a recent study has revealed that a huge number of Brits actually pack certain foods in their suitcases so they can nibble on their most trusted snacks while away.

It's certainly true that Brits are not exactly renowned for their sophisticated palates, with other nationalities looking down on the UK's cuisine as bland, unadventurous and even depressing.

Even as foreign foods become increasingly common and popular throughout the British Isles - with many now claiming curry to be the national dish, rather than the traditional fish and chips - it seems many of us remain tentative about trying new recipes and flavours abroad.

As many as 35 per cent of respondents in a survey by sunshine.co.uk admitted to taking food with them on their last overseas trip, and while most said they did so simply to save money, a large number also stated that they felt the need to take their favourite snacks with them because they are fussy eaters.

Indeed, many claimed that they decided to take certain edible items with them because they were worried they would crave them while on holiday and didn't want to take the risk of not being able to buy certain products in their chosen destination.

Travelling with children was also cited as a major reason for carrying foodstuffs, as kids are notoriously stubborn when it comes to trying new things.

Of all the comestible items taken away on holiday by British travellers, bread was identified as the most common, closely followed by cereal, chocolate bars, crisps and that old British favourite - tea bags.

Of course, it's always a good idea to be open minded about what you eat on holiday, and you never known what you'll discover about your palate. However, it's equally important to be conscious of hygiene in other countries, and buying travel insurance before heading off is a good way to make sure you'll have access to all the necessary medical care should you get an upset stomach.

Posted by Robin Western

Published 01 Aug 2014

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