#106: How to Meal Plan Before, During, and After Vacation

05/21/25 • 41 min

It's almost Summer and we're tackling vacation meal planning in this episode!

Vacations are for slowing down and making memories, not stressing about what’s for dinner. In this episode, we’re talking about how to meal plan - before, during, and after your trip - to keep things simple and stress-free.
Whether you're road-tripping with snacks in the cooler or coming home to an already-planned grocery list, a little planning goes a long way! Enjoy!

Our new book club pick!
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It's almost Summer and we're tackling vacation meal planning in this episode!

Our new book club pick!
Want to ask us your Dinner Dilemma? Head to this form and submit your question!

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Previous Episode

#105: Dinner Dilemmas: Managing Leftovers, Freezer Chaos, and Picky Eaters

In this episode, we dive into a seasonal favorite: spring cleaning! But instead of tackling closets and garages, we're talking about cleaning out your fridge, freezer, pantry, and even your Plan to Eat recipe book to freshen up your meal-planning routine.

Plus, we answer multiple Dinner Dilemmas! This week covers:

How to reduce food waste and grocery costs by planning with what you already have
Tips for cooking with chronic illness or unpredictable energy levels
Easy ways to adjust meals for picky eaters without making two dinners
How to organize multiple freezers
Making batch cooking easier and more approachable

Mentions:
Our pantry clean-out episode from 2022
Our new book club pick!
Want to ask us about your Dinner Dilemma? Head to this form and submit your question!

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#107: Book Club Breakdown: Grocery Shopping Secrets

We’re kicking off a brand new Book Club Breakdown with Grocery Shopping Secrets by Carol Ann Kates!

In this first episode of our multi-part series, we’re delving into the early chapters, discussing grocery budgets, pantry clean-outs, sneaky food labels, and how a well-planned shopping trip can save you money!

We share what we learned, what surprised us, and the simple ways you can save money without overhauling your life. Let's learn how to spend less and shop smarter!
The book: Grocery Shopping Secrets by Carol Ann Kates

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Recipes shared:

Creamy Italian Sausage Pasta
Gluten-Free Naan Bread

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