ozscot01 Posted July 25, 2017 #1 Share Posted July 25, 2017 We're new to P&O and have just booked Pacific Explorer. I'm very much looking forward to the change of pace but have one big concern (of the first world variety) One of our group is a teenage boy who is the proverbial bottomless pit. How late can we expect The Pantry to be open for late night snacks? Should we be suggesting a sandwich or the like stored in the cabin fridge? I really don't want an emergency call in the morning that he's expired from starvation in the night [emoji849] Thank you all for hopefully putting my mind at rest. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andlep Posted July 26, 2017 #2 Share Posted July 26, 2017 (edited) The pantry is open for dinner 5:30 pm till 9pm, 6:30 am to 10:30 am for breakfast and 11:30 am to 2:30pm for lunch. You can get ready made sandwiches and store them in the fridge no problem. They also have things like nachos, papadams, pastries etc that can be put aside in your cabin. Luke's grill is open 11am to 11 pm for $5 burgers ,$4 hot dogs, $4 chicken wings etc. 400 gradi sells pizzas ( $10 each) till late (up to midnight sometimes) Also chips, chocolates etc are available for purchase at the ship's store. Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk Edited July 26, 2017 by andlep Autocorrect Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ozscot01 Posted July 26, 2017 Author #3 Share Posted July 26, 2017 Thank you Andlep, I appreciate that information as I was not able to find it on the website. He'll just have to be organised [emoji4] Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scyl Posted July 26, 2017 #4 Share Posted July 26, 2017 There is also room service, don't remember how much. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ozscot01 Posted July 26, 2017 Author #5 Share Posted July 26, 2017 THanks Scyl, I don't plan on mentioning room service [emoji51] I know that he won't actually perish from hunger, he's not so sure. Planning is key and if he forgets to organise snacks one night, he'll remember the next! Am I able to take snacks like Mars Bars or Shapes on board? As I said, new to P&O and I'm not generally a rule breaker. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andlep Posted July 26, 2017 #6 Share Posted July 26, 2017 THanks Scyl, I don't plan on mentioning room service [emoji51] Am I able to take snacks like Mars Bars or Shapes on board? As I said, new to P&O and I'm not generally a rule breaker. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Yep as long as the packets are sealed. We took Pringles and nuts with us. Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ozscot01 Posted July 26, 2017 Author #7 Share Posted July 26, 2017 Fabulous, thank you both. I'll tick that off my list. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
serena_17 Posted August 28, 2017 #8 Share Posted August 28, 2017 You can also take 10 cans of soft drink per person in the cabin. They have to be loose (ie not in the cardboard packaging). You can't take water on board or pop top-type drinks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MicCanberra Posted August 29, 2017 #9 Share Posted August 29, 2017 I have never known anyone to go hungry on a cruise ship unless they are picky eaters. There will be food available at most times although you may have to pay for some of it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sweetp12 Posted August 30, 2017 #10 Share Posted August 30, 2017 We always bring snacks, and while we certainly don't go hungry sometimes find that you want something salty, sweet, crunchy etc that you may not get from P&O supplied food. The shop can be very expensive so we do take a selection of prepackaged food for those cravings. If you are going ashore prepacked snacks are great. While you can return to the ship for food, having a bar or such like in your bag can make a real difference. You should not take off anything that is not wrapped (e.g. fruit, sandwiches etc) for biosecurity reasons. If your boy is like mine and doesn't particularly like drinking water or soft drinks you can also take drink powder like raro or gatorade. Enjoy your cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MicCanberra Posted August 30, 2017 #11 Share Posted August 30, 2017 I find bringing some chocolate blocks always handy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NSWP Posted August 31, 2017 #12 Share Posted August 31, 2017 At lunchtime procure some cheese and crackers from the buffet, sorry pantry on P&O (if they have them) store them in cabin/fridge until wine 'o clock.:p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ozscot01 Posted August 31, 2017 Author #13 Share Posted August 31, 2017 Thanks everyone. I'm thinking I'll take a roll of Glad Wrap and he can keep a stash of cheese, crackers and sandwiches in the fridge. And chocolate, we'll go broke if we have to buy that onboard [emoji33] Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MicCanberra Posted August 31, 2017 #14 Share Posted August 31, 2017 I would bring crackers for the cheese, the ones on ships always leave me disappointed as they tend to be salteens or some weak arsed cracker. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ozscot01 Posted August 31, 2017 Author #15 Share Posted August 31, 2017 I'll bear that in mind MicCanberra, thank you. Though tbh in this particular case (18 yr old boy) quantity trumps quality. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NSWP Posted September 1, 2017 #16 Share Posted September 1, 2017 I would bring crackers for the cheese, the ones on ships always leave me disappointed as they tend to be salteens or some weak arsed cracker. Good idea Uncle Mic, I generally pack a couple of packs of 'Peckish Rice Crackers.':p Even a box of those little French cream cheeses in foil - don't need to refrigerate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MicCanberra Posted September 1, 2017 #17 Share Posted September 1, 2017 I do like a nice water cracker maybe even with cracked pepper. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sunbaker Posted September 10, 2017 #18 Share Posted September 10, 2017 I keep snap lock bags in my bag. Then if you want to take a snack for later, just seal it in the snap lock bag. I think you can even take them off the ship (I have !) but you can't bring unpackaged food back on as they scan everything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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