The ultimate Freshers' foodie guide

Whether you’re a total whizz in the kitchen or love a microwave meal, you’ve gotta eat. No one’s expecting you to be whipping up three-course meals every night, so here’s some inspo on how you can get through Freshers’ with the help of UNiDAYS.

Groceries & food deliveries

It’s always good to plan ahead when it comes to food! If you’re in your chef era, you have two main choices—shop for groceries or order meal kits.

Groceries delivered to your door

Sometimes, all you need is someone to bring the food to you! Seen a TikTok recipe you’re desperate to try but cba to go to the supermarket? Don’t forget you can order groceries via Uber Eats, Deliveroo, Amazon Fresh and Just Eat—easyyy.

M&S Food

If you’re struggling with grab-and-go lunch options for the busy days you have lectures, Marks & Spencer Food gives you a mouthwatering 25% Off Food on The Move! Say yes to sarnies, salads and sushi on the go.

Hello Fresh

Take the constant decision-making out of your week and order a delish Hello Fresh box! Pick a plan, and enjoy fresh pre-measured ingredients delivered straight to your door. Get 60% Off your first box + free dessert for life or 50% Off your first box as a returning customer with UNiDAYS.

Green Chef

If you’re looking for healthy eating made easy, the Green Chef recipe box is fun and fresh. Choose your preferred weekly recipes and wait for the ingredients to arrive at your door. Get 50% Off your first box or 10% Off meals at home.

Heinz to Home

Are you a Heinz girly? Sometimes nothing beats Heinz condiments, sauces, soups and (obvs) beans! If you buy your Heinz products via Heinz to Home, you’ll get an exclusive 20% Off sitewide.

Takeaways

On the days or nights you don’t want to cook, takeaways are the real MVP! From pizza to burgers, whatever you fancy is on the menu when it’s coming to your door…

• Just Eat: £10 Off your first order
• Uber Eats: £10 Off your first 2 orders over £15
• Deliveroo: Spend £15 and get £10 Off as a new customer and sign up to Deliveroo Students and unlock free delivery across the uni year plus exclusive savings
• Dominos: 50% Off full price pizza

Dining out

Sometimes, only a restaurant will do when you fancy a proper meal, plus—no washing up!

Pizza Express

Go for a super cheesy pizza and iconic dough balls from Pizza Express and enjoy 25% Off the total bill, or a classic pizza for just £7.95, Sunday to Friday.

TGI Fridays

Did someone say ribs, chicken fingers or fajitas? Devour tasty American cuisine with 20% Off at TGI Fridays, Monday to Thursday.

Wasabi

Enjoy freshly made sushi and tasty katsu curry at Wasabi! Don’t forget to enjoy 10% Off the entire menu, all day ‘erry day.

Stonehouse

If you’re looking for pizza, a carvery or classic pub grub, Stonehouse is the place. Take advantage of 20% Off mains, Monday to Friday!

Shake Shack

Shake Shack is perfect for those days when you’re craving a burger, fries and a shake. With the Study Buddy offer, you can buy a burger and get your 2nd free, Sunday to Wednesday!

The Real Greek

If olives, halloumi, and souvlaki is your bag, then head to The Real Greek for a mezze of all the best Greek food. Use your UNiDAYS discount for 25% Off, Sunday to Thursday!

Las Iguanas

If you like the Latin American flavours and vibes, head to Las Iguanas for nachos, a mixed grill or a delish curry. Get 30% Off food Sunday to Thursday, or enjoy a main course with unlimited cocktails, Corona, mocktails and more from £25.95pp, every Wednesday!