Holiday cooking inspiration with Cookaway

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Posted by Cookaway on 27th November 2023

One of Cookaway's world food boxes

One of the best things about being on holiday is the opportunity to indulge in delicious food. Taking time to cook and serve up meals prepared with love is a simple pleasure we so often overlook in our busy everyday lives. You may well feel compelled to become the head chef of your family on your staycation when you see some of the gorgeous holiday cottage kitchens in our collection.

To help you on your way to culinary heaven, we’ve teamed up with recipe kit brand Cookaway to offer a fantastic 20% discount off their authentic world food kits. You'll receive all the premium ingredients and expert guidance you need to recreate an iconic menu, from vibrant Indian street food to flavourful Greek meze. With no subscription, you can Cookaway on your own terms, making their recipe kits the perfect option for your holiday menu. 

Cookaway has picked out some easy recipes to cook on holiday in kit form with all the ingredients you need to create a treat for your taste buds. So, there’s no more dithering over what to cook on a self-catering holiday – unpack a culture and immerse yourself in the joy of cooking with these chef-curated recipe kits. There are vegan meal boxes, vegetarian meal boxes, and options to suit other dietary requirements available.


Meals to cook on holiday

King prawn kritharoto presented in a flatlay

Greek King Prawn Kritharoto

Best for a simple yet delicious dinner

Enjoy an authentic taste of Greece on your staycation. This menu requires only one pan so it is perfect for holiday cooking.

Kritharoto is a popular dish in Greece made with ‘Kritharaki’, similar to orzo pasta, cooked in a rich tomato sauce with succulent king prawns. It is served with a Greek salad which includes dakos, a Cretan barley rusk which adds a twist to this traditional recipe as they absorb the juices from the tomatoes and dressing. 


Pakistani Railway Lamb Curry presented in a flatlay

Pakistani Railway Lamb Curry

Best for a staycation curry night

Cook a historical Pakistani lamb curry made with tamarind, curry leaves and creamy coconut milk, enjoyed with a vegetable biryani, perfect for a special meal while you’re away.

Whilst this menu gives complex and delicious flavours, it only requires two pans, making it simple to cook while on holiday where you may have limited equipment. 


Delicious paella served in a wok

Claire’s Valencian Paella

Best for sharing a showstopping dinner

If you are holidaying with family or friends, Cookaway’s Valencian paella is the perfect option for a truly memorable dinner that can be shared together. Enjoy quality Spanish ingredients including smoked paprika, bomba rice and golden saffron, and try your hand at creating the ‘Soccarat' – the caramelised layer of bomba rice at the bottom of the pan.

This paella is cooked in one pan, keeping things simple and washing up to a minimum.


Japanese Yakitori kebabs with dip

Japanese Yakitori Chicken & Soba

Best for a date night with a difference

If you’re wondering what to cook for a weekend away on a romantic getaway, Cookaway’s Yakitori chicken is a delicious option. You’ll cook tender bite-sized pieces of chicken drizzled with a sticky and sweet teriyaki sauce and presented on bamboo sticks with peppers.

This is served with a flavourful prawn and soba noodle salad.


Find your perfect kitchen

Pair these mouthwatering meals with the stunning surroundings of one of our self-catering holiday cottages. With fabulous kitchens boasting everything from AGAs to American-style fridge freezers, there are kitchens to inspire even the most inexperienced cook to strive for culinary greatness.

Take a look at our Dining In Showcase Collection below, and you’ll soon be sizzling, toasting, baking and roasting in a kitchen of dreams. Arrange your meal box delivery directly to the door without delay!

Dining In Showcase Collection

Disclaimer: Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information at the time of writing, please ensure you check carefully before making any decisions based on the contents within this article.