While many families eat what they like when they like and will prepare a varied meal plan depending on their schedule and preferences, others stick to traditional dinners for each day of the week. Eating similar things on each day makes it easier to shop and will ensure you have the right ingredients. You can always play around with the menu slightly too so that it never gets boring. With this in mind, let’s check out some popular menus from Monday to Sunday.
Meat free Monday
After a weekend full of treats of minimal exercise, many people choose to go meat free or eat healthy dinners on a Monday. This trend was started in 2009 to encourage awareness of the environment and improved health. Dinner options might include salads, vegetarian stir fries, vegetarian soups or a pasta dish.
Taco Tuesday
Taco Tuesday originated in the United States and is a custom of going out to eat tacos or Mexican food on a Tuesday. It’s a great opportunity to introduce kids to different styles of food and encourage them to get involved by heaping seasoned chicken, mince or veggies into soft tortilla wraps alongside lettuce and cheese. To mix it up, try nachos, chilli, fajitas or enchiladas.
Spaghetti Wednesday
Spaghetti Wednesday is another American tradition, originating from an advert in the 1960s. These days, pasta is a great go-to if you’re feeling a little tired mid-week, and need a quick and easy dinner recipe. Pasta dishes such as spaghetti bolognese, pasta bake or macaroni cheese are popular options or you could opt for a hearty lasagne. Making your own pasta sauce loaded with blended vegetables is also a great way to load up on vitamins and minerals.
Chicken Dinner Thursday
A chicken pot pie, chicken and rice casserole or roast chicken salad (depending on the season) is a good choice for a Thursday. Chicken is protein rich and versatile making it a great option for meat eaters. Chicken is also a healthy option ahead of a slightly more indulgent weekend.
Fish Friday
In Christian countries across the world, fish is the traditional dish for a Friday night. Many people opt for fish and chips these days, but the practice stems back to a Christian custom of abstaining from the meat of warm-blooded animals on Friday.
Takeaway Saturday
Whether it’s pizza, Chinese or Indian, takeaway is a popular weekend treat for busy households that don’t want to turn on the oven. Sit back, relax and wait for your delivery to arrive piping hot on your doorstep. Saturday night marks date night for a lot of couples too, so a meal out has become a tradition for many people. If you’re in northwest London, you’ll find plenty of Wembley Park food outlets and restaurants such as Studio Five, where you can enjoy contemporary dining and a vibrant atmosphere.
Sunday Roast
Whether you like to eat certain meals on the other days of the week or not, a Sunday roast is a tradition that many people in the UK still follow. After all, there’s something wonderfully comforting about meat, roast potatoes, Yorkshire puddings, stuffing and all the trimmings, topped off with a beautifully rich gravy. Many people enjoy the ritual of cooking this meal at home, but others like to visit a local pub or restaurant for their roast.
If you want a break from the norm and are looking for Wembley eating places, book a table at Studio Five. Our modern menu and relaxed setting provide the perfect eating experience before catching an event or show. We’re also among the Wembley Park restaurants with the richest history, being based in a former recording studio for world-class musicians. Reserve a table online today.
