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Farmers market in SJPP, bread, cheese, fruit.what did you do to make it work?
The cut rate flights like Iceland Air require you to order ahead if you plan to eat so not all flights do feed you.Also from Canada. I believe on a flight of that length they’ll still be serving a meal? Anyone feel free to correct me if I’m wrong. All I pack is a few granola bars to get me to the start line after arriving. Any other food—buy it there. Food is much cheaper in Spain than in Canada!
Nuts (walnuts) dried fruit and trail mix and slices of hard bread will carry you over. Meats and dairy products are not advised.I bring NO food with me, other than maybe a chocolate and nut bar to eat on the plane. There are plenty of grocery stores and small markets with affordable food in France and Spain.
I brought protein bars and little packets of peanut butter from home. Often would have a protein bar and a tasty orange or banana with my coffee at my first test stop of the day. I also purchased wonderful baguettes along the way. I would have either local cheese or my peanut butter or both with the bread for lunch.I am worried about food. I will be on the Frances starting in SJPDP, and flying from Canada into Paris. Will be on a very small budget and trying not to buy food at the airport or in Paris. I keep thinking what should I bring to last me to, at least to Roncesvalles and maybe beyond a little. I know it sounds strange, its a real worry I have. I am thinking to bring dried fruit, dates and nuts and declare it on arrival into Paris. They ussually let me through with it. Then bringing crackers and cheese to consume on the plane. No meals provided, I think. Will need food options for when I arrive in Paris and many hours in transit to get to SJPDP. Then things to consume on my way over the Perenees. How expensive is food in SJPDP ? I was hoping to pick up 2 baquettes cheese and a few other things for my walk over the Pyrenees. I have read the " Coffee Van " at the summit, is kinda expensive and having Orrisson make you a sandwitch, is pricey too. I was even thinking to leave home with Liver pate and jambon in very small tins with a lift top and to bring crackers.. Those caught my eye in the dollarstore and I thought that might be perfect for my trip. I plan on bringing instant coffee sachets for the 1st few mornings and hydralyte electrolites to mix in with water for during the day. I heard the ones in Spain is not so tasty and to bring from here. I know I will have lots of room in my bag, when I leave home, to carry all kinds of food, to get me through the 1st few days. Those who have been in a similiar state of mind, and low on funds, what did you do to make it work? Please share.
I am sorry but the short answer to this is none. The food costs in Spain are so low that anything other than buying what you want/need here is laughable. The coffee is amazing and cheap. The other point is that to restrict yourself to eating your own pre-bought food is separating yourself from the community of peregrinos, which is never good. Every stage town has a bar where there will be a Menu Peregrino, which will have huge portions at a price of around 9 or 10 Euros (including at least one drink, usually a bottle of wine). Seriously if you cannot afford that then it is impossible to expect to walk the whole Camino.I am worried about food. I will be on the Frances starting in SJPDP, and flying from Canada into Paris. Will be on a very small budget and trying not to buy food at the airport or in Paris. I keep thinking what should I bring to last me to, at least to Roncesvalles and maybe beyond a little. I know it sounds strange, its a real worry I have. I am thinking to bring dried fruit, dates and nuts and declare it on arrival into Paris. They ussually let me through with it. Then bringing crackers and cheese to consume on the plane. No meals provided, I think. Will need food options for when I arrive in Paris and many hours in transit to get to SJPDP. Then things to consume on my way over the Perenees. How expensive is food in SJPDP ? I was hoping to pick up 2 baquettes cheese and a few other things for my walk over the Pyrenees. I have read the " Coffee Van " at the summit, is kinda expensive and having Orrisson make you a sandwitch, is pricey too. I was even thinking to leave home with Liver pate and jambon in very small tins with a lift top and to bring crackers.. Those caught my eye in the dollarstore and I thought that might be perfect for my trip. I plan on bringing instant coffee sachets for the 1st few mornings and hydralyte electrolites to mix in with water for during the day. I heard the ones in Spain is not so tasty and to bring from here. I know I will have lots of room in my bag, when I leave home, to carry all kinds of food, to get me through the 1st few days. Those who have been in a similiar state of mind, and low on funds, what did you do to make it work? Please share.
I am flying from Canada through Paris next week. There is a meal and snack included. Other then that I will be packing a few energy barsAlso from Canada. I believe on a flight of that length they’ll still be serving a meal? Anyone feel free to correct me if I’m wrong. All I pack is a few granola bars to get me to the start line after arriving. Any other food—buy it there. Food is much cheaper in Spain than in Canada!
Most overseas flights provide meal as minimum as they are. We have flown out of Canada and the U S and this has been the case. We do take a few travel snacks but usually do not consume them during the flight.I am worried about food. I will be on the Frances starting in SJPDP, and flying from Canada into Paris. Will be on a very small budget and trying not to buy food at the airport or in Paris. I keep thinking what should I bring to last me to, at least to Roncesvalles and maybe beyond a little. I know it sounds strange, its a real worry I have. I am thinking to bring dried fruit, dates and nuts and declare it on arrival into Paris. They ussually let me through with it. Then bringing crackers and cheese to consume on the plane. No meals provided, I think. Will need food options for when I arrive in Paris and many hours in transit to get to SJPDP. Then things to consume on my way over the Perenees. How expensive is food in SJPDP ? I was hoping to pick up 2 baquettes cheese and a few other things for my walk over the Pyrenees. I have read the " Coffee Van " at the summit, is kinda expensive and having Orrisson make you a sandwitch, is pricey too. I was even thinking to leave home with Liver pate and jambon in very small tins with a lift top and to bring crackers.. Those caught my eye in the dollarstore and I thought that might be perfect for my trip. I plan on bringing instant coffee sachets for the 1st few mornings and hydralyte electrolites to mix in with water for during the day. I heard the ones in Spain is not so tasty and to bring from here. I know I will have lots of room in my bag, when I leave home, to carry all kinds of food, to get me through the 1st few days. Those who have been in a similiar state of mind, and low on funds, what did you do to make it work? Please share.
We usually carry a small jar of peanut butter (you can get small jars at the dollar store), then buy or carry bread or crackers to put it on. Worked well for us.I am worried about food. I will be on the Frances starting in SJPDP, and flying from Canada into Paris. Will be on a very small budget and trying not to buy food at the airport or in Paris. I keep thinking what should I bring to last me to, at least to Roncesvalles and maybe beyond a little. I know it sounds strange, its a real worry I have. I am thinking to bring dried fruit, dates and nuts and declare it on arrival into Paris. They ussually let me through with it. Then bringing crackers and cheese to consume on the plane. No meals provided, I think. Will need food options for when I arrive in Paris and many hours in transit to get to SJPDP. Then things to consume on my way over the Perenees. How expensive is food in SJPDP ? I was hoping to pick up 2 baquettes cheese and a few other things for my walk over the Pyrenees. I have read the " Coffee Van " at the summit, is kinda expensive and having Orrisson make you a sandwitch, is pricey too. I was even thinking to leave home with Liver pate and jambon in very small tins with a lift top and to bring crackers.. Those caught my eye in the dollarstore and I thought that might be perfect for my trip. I plan on bringing instant coffee sachets for the 1st few mornings and hydralyte electrolites to mix in with water for during the day. I heard the ones in Spain is not so tasty and to bring from here. I know I will have lots of room in my bag, when I leave home, to carry all kinds of food, to get me through the 1st few days. Those who have been in a similiar state of mind, and low on funds, what did you do to make it work? Please share.
My first thought as I read the OP.Food is much cheaper in Spain than in Canada!
I'll be flying from Edmonton, Canada to SJPD in a week or so (still firming up dates). I was wondering if nuts can cross borders, (as in legumes not people). I'm just planning to bring a few protein bars just in case of an emergency and now, maybe a few packets of instant coffee (I like that idea as I wake up very slowly).I am worried about food. I will be on the Frances starting in SJPDP, and flying from Canada into Paris. Will be on a very small budget and trying not to buy food at the airport or in Paris. I keep thinking what should I bring to last me to, at least to Roncesvalles and maybe beyond a little. I know it sounds strange, its a real worry I have. I am thinking to bring dried fruit, dates and nuts and declare it on arrival into Paris. They ussually let me through with it. Then bringing crackers and cheese to consume on the plane. No meals provided, I think. Will need food options for when I arrive in Paris and many hours in transit to get to SJPDP. Then things to consume on my way over the Perenees. How expensive is food in SJPDP ? I was hoping to pick up 2 baquettes cheese and a few other things for my walk over the Pyrenees. I have read the " Coffee Van " at the summit, is kinda expensive and having Orrisson make you a sandwitch, is pricey too. I was even thinking to leave home with Liver pate and jambon in very small tins with a lift top and to bring crackers.. Those caught my eye in the dollarstore and I thought that might be perfect for my trip. I plan on bringing instant coffee sachets for the 1st few mornings and hydralyte electrolites to mix in with water for during the day. I heard the ones in Spain is not so tasty and to bring from here. I know I will have lots of room in my bag, when I leave home, to carry all kinds of food, to get me through the 1st few days. Those who have been in a similiar state of mind, and low on funds, what did you do to make it work? Please share.
I take an empty bottle through and fill it after security.Reminder, TSA will not allow any water bottles through Security, not even bottled water with the cap intact. I had one in my bag when I went thru last time and was instructed to toss it in the trash. I opened it right there and chugged it down. That bottle cost $3 in Toronto Airport. I am not one to toss $3 in the garbage.
Me too.I take an empty bottle through and fill it after security.
I don't think it is wise to try and bring food from Canada to France or any other country, you're likely to be flagged at customs and it may be fine but it is not worth the hassle. Buy from local markets once there, it's easy even if you don't speak the language, you'll get by just fine, I know, I've done it three times.I am worried about food. I will be on the Frances starting in SJPDP, and flying from Canada into Paris. Will be on a very small budget and trying not to buy food at the airport or in Paris. I keep thinking what should I bring to last me to, at least to Roncesvalles and maybe beyond a little. I know it sounds strange, its a real worry I have. I am thinking to bring dried fruit, dates and nuts and declare it on arrival into Paris. They ussually let me through with it. Then bringing crackers and cheese to consume on the plane. No meals provided, I think. Will need food options for when I arrive in Paris and many hours in transit to get to SJPDP. Then things to consume on my way over the Perenees. How expensive is food in SJPDP ? I was hoping to pick up 2 baquettes cheese and a few other things for my walk over the Pyrenees. I have read the " Coffee Van " at the summit, is kinda expensive and having Orrisson make you a sandwitch, is pricey too. I was even thinking to leave home with Liver pate and jambon in very small tins with a lift top and to bring crackers.. Those caught my eye in the dollarstore and I thought that might be perfect for my trip. I plan on bringing instant coffee sachets for the 1st few mornings and hydralyte electrolites to mix in with water for during the day. I heard the ones in Spain is not so tasty and to bring from here. I know I will have lots of room in my bag, when I leave home, to carry all kinds of food, to get me through the 1st few days. Those who have been in a similiar state of mind, and low on funds, what did you do to make it work? Please share
Me three!Me too.
Fascinating. Technically unarguable and totally in line with the rules IMHO.I have a friend who loves her cold water, so she freezes her water bottle (yes, open it prior and drink some off) and presents this bottle through screening. Careful, though, if there's any melted water, it will be judged by the 3 oz rule. So just drink that melted water and screw the cap back on.
Yeah, while I do love my cold water I love hassle free airline traveling more so I can only think one thing when I read that....why?I have a friend who loves her cold water, so she freezes her water bottle (yes, open it prior and drink some off) and presents this bottle through screening. Careful, though, if there's any melted water, it will be judged by the 3 oz rule. So just drink that melted water and screw the cap back on.
I am sorry but the short answer to this is none. The food costs in Spain are so low that anything other than buying what you want/need here is laughable. The coffee is amazing and cheap. The other point is that to restrict yourself to eating your own pre-bought food is separating yourself from the community of peregrinos, which is never good. Every stage town has a bar where there will be a Menu Peregrino, which will have huge portions at a price of around 9 or 10 Euros (including at least one drink, usually a bottle of wine). Seriously if you cannot afford that then it is impossible to expect to walk the whole Camino.
I drink a lot of water. When traveling by air I bring an empty Life Water bottle into the check through TSA. And then refill it before I board the plane. Then I carry it on my Camino. If it gets unusable I replace it in a grocery store. The bottle safe on weight.Reminder, TSA will not allow any water bottles through Security, not even bottled water with the cap intact. I had one in my bag when I went thru last time and was instructed to toss it in the trash. I opened it right there and chugged it down. That bottle cost $3 in Toronto Airport. I am not one to toss $3 in the garbage.
I met a young Irish guy on the CF in 2016 who had a budget of 4 euro per day, he spent nothing on accommodation (wild camping in a hammock or slept on church porch) so that must have been his food budget, he said he shopped in the local supermarkets and bought cheap items.I am worried about food..... Will be on a very small budget and trying not to buy food at the airport or in Paris.
Just curious, how are you planning to get from Paris to SJPD? I'm thinking of flying there as well and just hopping on a train.I am worried about food. I will be on the Frances starting in SJPDP, and flying from Canada into Paris. Will be on a very small budget and trying not to buy food at the airport or in Paris. I keep thinking what should I bring to last me to, at least to Roncesvalles and maybe beyond a little. I know it sounds strange, its a real worry I have. I am thinking to bring dried fruit, dates and nuts and declare it on arrival into Paris. They ussually let me through with it. Then bringing crackers and cheese to consume on the plane. No meals provided, I think. Will need food options for when I arrive in Paris and many hours in transit to get to SJPDP. Then things to consume on my way over the Perenees. How expensive is food in SJPDP ? I was hoping to pick up 2 baquettes cheese and a few other things for my walk over the Pyrenees. I have read the " Coffee Van " at the summit, is kinda expensive and having Orrisson make you a sandwitch, is pricey too. I was even thinking to leave home with Liver pate and jambon in very small tins with a lift top and to bring crackers.. Those caught my eye in the dollarstore and I thought that might be perfect for my trip. I plan on bringing instant coffee sachets for the 1st few mornings and hydralyte electrolites to mix in with water for during the day. I heard the ones in Spain is not so tasty and to bring from here. I know I will have lots of room in my bag, when I leave home, to carry all kinds of food, to get me through the 1st few days. Those who have been in a similiar state of mind, and low on funds, what did you do to make it work? Please share.
That as allowed for the two heavy plastic canteens I was carrying but not the cheap plastic bottle. They wanted that in the trash can.I take an empty bottle through and fill it after security.
If empty, even cheap disposable bottles can go through.That as allowed for the two heavy plastic canteens I was carrying but not the cheap plastic bottle. They wanted that in the trash can.
Yes you are correct, I just checked Westjet Airlines website and meals are served on my route. Great news ! Thank you for the heads up that food is so much cheaper in Spain. I find that our local outdoor stores are somewhat pricey to get outfitted for my 1st Camino, it adds up very quickly. I appreciate the info.Also from Canada. I believe on a flight of that length they’ll still be serving a meal? Anyone feel free to correct me if I’m wrong. All I pack is a few granola bars to get me to the start line after arriving. Any other food—buy it there. Food is much cheaper in Spain than in Canada!
I made this post as I will be arriving into Paris, and then quickly on the train, and then transfer to the fast train to Bayonne and then the local train/bus /taxi to SJPP. I dont know if there will be time to stand in line and buy food, while I am in transit.I like hassle free airline traveling so I bring nothing with me that might be questionable to authorities and airline regulations. I personally feel it's just not worth jeopardizing my trip and personally wouldn't travel to the Camino looking like I'm on my way to a picnic . There are a lot of food items that can fall into the questionable category. The only thing I have ever brought with me is a few protein/energy type bars for the trip over. Sometimes I have long layovers and have no interest in airport food if possible. The protein bar ties me over and isn't questionable for travel. I have also brought tea bags and instant coffee single serve packs, also allowed.
I'm going to recommend minimizing what foodstuffs you bring with you and be prepared for it to be inspected or perhaps thrown out.
Salty, I'm wondering why you asked your question. Seems to me you have a process and system that suits your needs and sufficient experience to deal with border customs and animal/plant health controls.I am very well travelled ( been to 31 countries ) and always bring food with me, when leaving home. Maybe I have a form of food insecurity, I cannot leave home without food and water. I will feel the same when leaving an albegue on the morning, must have something on me, to eat. Carrying my fears forsure. I need peace of mind and carrying a bit of food, makes me happy LOL.
You never know when a flight is severely delayed or mid flight there is a flight diversion and an unexpected landing in a different city, is happening.
Bringing food with me, is very easy. I always declare ( on the declaration form) that I have food with me, then you are super safe. I put it in seperate plastic see through zip lock baggies, and have it on top of my bag, for easy take out, once I am near the inspection officer. I take it out for the officer to see and I tell him what is inside, for easy, quick inspection. Open, clear communication is the way to go when dealing with customs at your port of entry,
I have found that dried fruit, dates, pumpkin seeds and a variety of nuts are easy to get into all countries I have been to. Also super nutricious when you are sitting for many hours and are not as active. Easy on the digestive system too, while flying in cramped spaces. I like to bring also crackers and a seperate baggie of small cubed pieces of cheese. A sturdy piece of bread ( no crumbs) eg a bagel, travels also well, if you want to make a sandwitch. I portion it in several small baggies. When I feel a bit hungry, I take out one of my small baggies and eat it. I also put in there ( in a seperate small zip log baggie) a small paper towel /serviette and a small wet wipe - the indivually wrapped types to clean my hands before eating. My left over cheese has been confiscated on a trip. I now know when I bring cheese, to only bring enough to last me, till just before I clear customs on arrival say in eg Paris.
This method has saved me $$$"s over the years and with the savings, I am able to plan and afford my next trip without going into debt.
Very good point ! I have heard that adding something to your water on every 2nd bottle of water, during the day, while walking, helps a LOT to keep your energy and your general mood, up.The only thing that I brought with me that I couldn't find and wish I had brought more of were water multiplier packets, called Liquid IV here in the States. Even though most of the towns have a public water fountain (fuente), not all of them did and I was drinking water like a horse. Those things really helped me stay hydrated, which in turn helped my aching joints, sleep, etc...
My issue is I will not have much time in Paris to shop for food and I have a long ways to go to get, in one day, ( same day) to SJJP. I apologise if I was not clear in my 1st post.Salty, I'm wondering why you asked your question. Seems to me you have a process and system that suits your needs and sufficient experience to deal with border customs and animal/plant health controls.
I don't buy food from airport outlets either. I value my digestive health even more than my casual wealth. But Paris? You want to avoid eating in Paris because its too expensive? What do you think most Parisians live on? They don't bring their own nuts
I don't think that you will find peanut butter widely available in small stores in Spain. The larger supermarkets will have it, but probably not in small jars." carry a small jar of peanut butter (you can get small jars at the dollar store), "
Peanut butter while on the Camino, is an excellent idea. I am going to try and get a small light weight jar in a local store over there. However I think at airport security, in your carry on, they will take away a jar of peanut butter, it might be considered a liquid. Best to bring a few of the little packets of peanut butter in carry on.
Good point. Thank you for sharing your insight. Peanut butter is very nutricious and jummy on bread. I can possibly buy the bigger jar and divide it into several zip lock baggies for the next few days for my own use. And share it with other pilgrims also and leave half a jar in the albergue for others to use, who is arrriving later that same day. Is that something that other pilgrims, will easily use or will be it frown on and thrown away ?I don't think that you will find peanut butter widely available in small stores in Spain. The larger supermarkets will have it, but probably not in small jars.
Be adventurous.Peanut butter is very nutricious and jummy on bread.
You are a genius ! Great idea ! I am sold. No peanut butter mess in my bag LOL.Be adventurous.Peanuts are readily available and you can just make a crunchy peanut bocadillo! Much less messy in the backpack, too.
As well as bringing pre-package small packets of Kirkland trail mix to help with the initial energy lags our rhythm was to start the day with water, an orange,cheese, meat and a baguette to eat along the way, a cafe con leche along the way and end our day with a pilgrims meal, it really cut down the cost.I am worried about food. I will be on the Frances starting in SJPDP, and flying from Canada into Paris. Will be on a very small budget and trying not to buy food at the airport or in Paris. I keep thinking what should I bring to last me to, at least to Roncesvalles and maybe beyond a little. I know it sounds strange, its a real worry I have. I am thinking to bring dried fruit, dates and nuts and declare it on arrival into Paris. They ussually let me through with it. Then bringing crackers and cheese to consume on the plane. No meals provided, I think. Will need food options for when I arrive in Paris and many hours in transit to get to SJPDP. Then things to consume on my way over the Perenees. How expensive is food in SJPDP ? I was hoping to pick up 2 baquettes cheese and a few other things for my walk over the Pyrenees. I have read the " Coffee Van " at the summit, is kinda expensive and having Orrisson make you a sandwitch, is pricey too. I was even thinking to leave home with Liver pate and jambon in very small tins with a lift top and to bring crackers.. Those caught my eye in the dollarstore and I thought that might be perfect for my trip. I plan on bringing instant coffee sachets for the 1st few mornings and hydralyte electrolites to mix in with water for during the day. I heard the ones in Spain is not so tasty and to bring from here. I know I will have lots of room in my bag, when I leave home, to carry all kinds of food, to get me through the 1st few days. Those who have been in a similiar state of mind, and low on funds, what did you do to make it work? Please share.
Franco did introduce it, but it seems that was not the initial objective. It was initially a menú turístico as part of a campaign for international tourism. Here's an El Mundo article (in Spanish) on the history.Introduced under Franco (if memory serves) to ensure that for the main meal of the day, typically from 1300 to 1500, the Spanish worker had access to a substantial nutritious meal at a low price.
I am worried about food. I will be on the Frances starting in SJPDP, and flying from Canada into Paris. Will be on a very small budget and trying not to buy food at the airport or in Paris. I keep thinking what should I bring to last me to, at least to Roncesvalles and maybe beyond a little. I know it sounds strange, its a real worry I have. I am thinking to bring dried fruit, dates and nuts and declare it on arrival into Paris. They ussually let me through with it. Then bringing crackers and cheese to consume on the plane. No meals provided, I think. Will need food options for when I arrive in Paris and many hours in transit to get to SJPDP. Then things to consume on my way over the Perenees. How expensive is food in SJPDP ? I was hoping to pick up 2 baquettes cheese and a few other things for my walk over the Pyrenees. I have read the " Coffee Van " at the summit, is kinda expensive and having Orrisson make you a sandwitch, is pricey too. I was even thinking to leave home with Liver pate and jambon in very small tins with a lift top and to bring crackers.. Those caught my eye in the dollarstore and I thought that might be perfect for my trip. I plan on bringing instant coffee sachets for the 1st few mornings and hydralyte electrolites to mix in with water for during the day. I heard the ones in Spain is not so tasty and to bring from here. I know I will have lots
Just buy things when you get there, either in Bayonne or St Jean pdePort. There ARE supermarkets there, even a Lidlof room in my bag, when I leave home, to carry all kinds of food, to get me through the 1st few days. Those who have been in a similiar state of mind, and low on funds, what did you do to make it work? Please share.
But it just reinforces the anxiety.I am very well travelled ( been to 31 countries ) and always bring food with me, when leaving home. Maybe I have a form of food insecurity, I cannot leave home without food and water. I will feel the same when leaving an albegue in the morning, must have something on me, to eat. Carrying my fears forsure. I need peace of mind and carrying a bit of food, makes me happy LOL.
Yes, it's the size of the container, not the volume of the contents that matters.Containers holding greater than 3.4 oz (100 milliliters) can and will probably be confiscated by security. I learned this with a full size tube of toothpaste (5.4 oz 153g) which was half used and had to be discarded, there was no arguing about it with TSA.
Food for the plane - that’s all I brought. The stores bought food in Spain is quite inexpensiveI am worried about food. I will be on the Frances starting in SJPDP, and flying from Canada into Paris. Will be on a very small budget and trying not to buy food at the airport or in Paris. I keep thinking what should I bring to last me to, at least to Roncesvalles and maybe beyond a little. I know it sounds strange, its a real worry I have. I am thinking to bring dried fruit, dates and nuts and declare it on arrival into Paris. They ussually let me through with it. Then bringing crackers and cheese to consume on the plane. No meals provided, I think. Will need food options for when I arrive in Paris and many hours in transit to get to SJPDP. Then things to consume on my way over the Perenees. How expensive is food in SJPDP ? I was hoping to pick up 2 baquettes cheese and a few other things for my walk over the Pyrenees. I have read the " Coffee Van " at the summit, is kinda expensive and having Orrisson make you a sandwitch, is pricey too. I was even thinking to leave home with Liver pate and jambon in very small tins with a lift top and to bring crackers.. Those caught my eye in the dollarstore and I thought that might be perfect for my trip. I plan on bringing instant coffee sachets for the 1st few mornings and hydralyte electrolites to mix in with water for during the day. I heard the ones in Spain is not so tasty and to bring from here. I know I will have lots of room in my bag, when I leave home, to carry all kinds of food, to get me through the 1st few days. Those who have been in a similiar state of mind, and low on funds, what did you do to make it work? Please share.
As mentioned earlier, not by my own experience.If empty, even cheap disposable bottles can go through.
I've taken cheap empty 1 liter gatorade bottles through airport security in USA and to spain on multiple occasions with no problemsAs mentioned earlier, not by my own experience.
Ever since the liquids ban and the opportunity to sell 5p of water for £1, the taps in UK airports after security have been marked as ‘not drinking water’ (they would have put ‘non potable’; but they know their customers ..) but; guess what; they didn’t re-pipe the airport. At least I’ve suffered no ill effects as yet..I've taken cheap empty 1 liter gatorade bottles through airport security in USA and to spain on multiple occasions with no problems
Are the Pocari satchets easily available in Spain?None since part of travel is experiencing new food. the closest would be Pocari Powder Sachet for my electrolytes. Which service me well during hot treks and if ever bout with diarrhea .
Do you know how to order the Menu del dia - my not so-good command of Spanish might say the wrong things - are they fixed menus, or we'll need to choose?As a proportion of the cost of a trans-atlantic airfare, simple good food in Spain (less so France); based around a menú del día and supplemented by supermarket bought food and snacks can be very inexpensive. Even in Paris a baguette-with-something-on-it will not break the bank.
If you try to replicate your home cuisine you will start to complicate things. It’s also quite easy to over-think the problem. Millions of Spaniards; also struggling on a budget, manage somehow. Don’t start buggering about with baggies of peanut butter. It’s embarrassing.
The menu del día is your friend. Introduced under Franco (if memory serves) to ensure that for the main meal of the day, typically from 1300 to 1500, the Spanish worker had access to a substantial nutritious meal at a low price. It’s currently in the €12-14 range. The menu peregrino is often inferior.
If it’s not advertised on a board, start with ¿Hay un menu del día?Do you know how to order the Menu del dia - my not so-good command of Spanish might say the wrong things - are they fixed menus, or we'll need to choose?
I carried a sausage I bought at a store in Spain in case I got hungry on the trail for two weeks. I realized I just wasn’t gonna use it and gave it awayIt sounds like fear is driving your concern about food on the Camino.
Do not be afraid. Spain is a first world country!! No pilgrim in modern history has ever starved to death on any Camino - I'm sure someone will check me if I'm wrong.
Take the same "emergency food" you would if you were a Scout on a weekend camping trip - gorp, peanuts, chocolate, hard cheese. I also carried a packet of dried soup, which I never used.
I once spent the night in an albergue in a town that did not have a grocery store. A pilgrim and I made due with what we had on hand - soup, chocolate, crackers in the pantry left by fellow pilgrims. A meager dinner the night before was quickly made up the following morning at the first cafe I ran into.
You are overthinking this. The problem may become spending on extravagant meals and eating too much!
Again, be not afraid.
If you're lucky everything is listen on a blackboard. Usually 3 or 4 choices for each of the 2 courses.If it’s not advertised on a board, start with ¿Hay un menu del día?
If there is; you’ll have it recited to you; at speed; so ..
‘Otra vez, por favor - pero mas despacio!’
Probably two or three choices for first plate; second plate; pudding. Will include a glass of wine or water. May (but not often) include coffee.
Usually superior to a ‘menu peregrino’ and usually only available at Spanish lunchtime.
There are a few supermercados that carry PB, but I also found a jar of Jif at the American Market in Lyon, just around the corner from Valor (where you can find amazing chocolate con churros!). It was something I craved, but it's also fairly heavy to carry.I don't think that you will find peanut butter widely available in small stores in Spain. The larger supermarkets will have it, but probably not in small jars.
Dioralyte is an available brand in pharmacies. Sports shops and/or pharmacies in larger towns and some big supermarkets will have electrolytes in tablet or powder form.Are the Pocari satchets easily available in Spain?
Your experience, not mine.I've taken cheap empty 1 liter gatorade bottles through airport security in USA and to spain on multiple occasions with no problems
Yes you mentioned this once before above in the thread. I understand that it can depend on the airport and even the security line you end up in.Your experience, not mine.
Thanks for this will try it out since we don't have these in Asia where I am currently based. I will still bring my Pocari since I know the taste however I will try this out. ThanksDioralyte is an available brand in pharmacies. Sports shops and/or pharmacies in larger towns and some big supermarkets will have electrolytes in tablet or powder form.
Steph, you will be fine.Do you know how to order the Menu del dia - my not so-good command of Spanish might say the wrong things - are they fixed menus, or we'll need to choose?
I recently got my Global Entry Card and was told the same thing , but one step further . DO NOT TRANSPORT FOOD. It will be confiscated if you declare and you will loose your status if you don’t declare and it’s found.I then asked about an apple. The agent said that passes. I will not be tempting the fates. Abbie MercurioPeanuts, Babybell cheese, granola bars. Tuna with pop tops. There is a grocery store in SJPDP. Buy or check a pocketknife so you can make baguette and cheese sandwiches, etc. Well worth the cost when you arrive.
One caveat, my husband recently applied for the CLEAR program for expedited re-entry to the US and was told the most common thing to get your status revoked was to not declare foods.
I fly out of Newark and don’t like the taste of the city water. So I pay for the Spring water and hold onto the bottles and refill for several days before replacing.I take an empty bottle through and fill it after security.
Hmmm. I know that a few years ago, some states on the west coast prohibited transport of apples across state (or maybe even regional) borders, in an effort to stop the spread of a particular plant disease. There were large signs on the highways informing people of this. So even an apple should be declared (or eaten) at the border.I then asked about an apple. The agent said that passes.
Going from Oregon to California we have to stop at an agriculture inspection station and declare any produce that we are carrying.Hmmm. I know that a few years ago, some states on the west coast prohibited transport of apples across state (or maybe even regional) borders, in an effort to stop the spread of a particular plant disease. There were large signs on the highways informing people of this. So even an apple should be declared (or eaten) at the border.
Yes, he reported a granola bar and was told that was ok at that location. Report it and know that it may be removed. He always takes snacks along so reporting is the way to go for him.I recently got my Global Entry Card and was told the same thing , but one step further . DO NOT TRANSPORT FOOD. It will be confiscated if you declare and you will loose your status if you don’t declare and it’s found.I then asked about an apple. The agent said that passes. I will not be tempting the fates. Abbie Mercurio
Preach. I am a member of the Choir.Yes you mentioned this once before above in the thread. I understand that it can depend on the airport and even the security line you end up in.
I have been on two Camino’s in the last year as well as multiple trips in the US and instead of buying the expensive airport liter water for $5 I’ve always brought a “disposable” empty Poland spring-like (but cheaper) bottle from home through security with no problem.
One can always spend @$10-$20 on a platypus flexible water bottle if they want and fill it up after security if that makes them feel better.
Also the bottled water when you get to Europe is very cheap. I paid €0.19 for a 1.5L bottle of water in a grocery store and used that on the Camino. I didn’t treat it particularly well and it didn’t break.
Many years ago I was chief spear-carrier to the European head of agriculture of a large US corporation. On a joint visit to the US he unadvisedly (but honestly) declared that he’d been on several European farms in the preceding few days. All his footware, including the shoes he was wearing, were summarily confiscated.Going from Oregon to California we have to stop at an agriculture inspection station and declare any produce that we are carrying.
How dirty were they? I always declare this on my return to Australia and entry in Aotearoa/NZ. The worst that has happened is footwear that has even minute signs of dirt or plant material still left in the tread is taken away and more thoroughly cleaned. It seems to me there must have been some really significant contamination for all the gentleman's footwear to be removed. I cannot remember this being asked when I last entered the US, but I would have given a similar answer. I still have all my footwear.Many years ago I was chief spear-carrier to the European head of agriculture of a large US corporation. On a joint visit to the US he unadvisedly (but honestly) declared that he’d been on several European farms in the preceding few days. All his footware, including the shoes he was wearing, were summarily confiscated.
He looked like he’d just been on a farm, to be honest. But then, he usually did. I don’t think it’s on the standard list of questions.How dirty were they? I always declare this on my return to Australia and entry in Aotearoa/NZ. The worst that has happened is footwear that has even minute signs of dirt or plant material still left in the tread is taken away and more thoroughly cleaned. It seems to me there must have been some really significant contamination for all the gentleman's footwear to be removed. I cannot remember this being asked when I last entered the US, but I would have given a similar answer. I still have all my footwear.
I wouldn't suggest, here or elsewhere, that it would be advisable to answer such quarantine questions honestly.
Here it is again:I am worried about food. I will be on the Frances starting in SJPDP, and flying from Canada into Paris. Will be on a very small budget and trying not to buy food at the airport or in Paris. I keep thinking what should I bring to last me to, at least to Roncesvalles and maybe beyond a little. I know it sounds strange, its a real worry I have. I am thinking to bring dried fruit, dates and nuts and declare it on arrival into Paris. They ussually let me through with it. Then bringing crackers and cheese to consume on the plane. No meals provided, I think. Will need food options for when I arrive in Paris and many hours in transit to get to SJPDP. Then things to consume on my way over the Perenees. How expensive is food in SJPDP ? I was hoping to pick up 2 baquettes cheese and a few other things for my walk over the Pyrenees. I have read the " Coffee Van " at the summit, is kinda expensive and having Orrisson make you a sandwitch, is pricey too. I was even thinking to leave home with Liver pate and jambon in very small tins with a lift top and to bring crackers.. Those caught my eye in the dollarstore and I thought that might be perfect for my trip. I plan on bringing instant coffee sachets for the 1st few mornings and hydralyte electrolites to mix in with water for during the day. I heard the ones in Spain is not so tasty and to bring from here. I know I will have lots of room in my bag, when I leave home, to carry all kinds of food, to get me through the 1st few days. Those who have been in a similiar state of mind, and low on funds, what did you do to make it work? Please share.
Don't these get squished? I guess they would still taste good.I bring a package of individually wrapped choc. croissants. These can last me the whole Camino as they are just for emergencies, as in no cafes or bars open in the morning at 6-6:30. Doesn't happen often, but I simply cannot walk without eating something.
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