Eat Well, Spend Less

No. You only need a sharp knife, cutting board, and airtight containers. Glass containers are ideal for longevity and reheating, but affordable plastic works fine too. A slow cooker or rice cooker can speed things up, but honest cooking in standard pots and pans is perfectly sufficient. Many of our readers start with just what they already have at home.

Most cooked meals and prepped ingredients stay fresh for 3–4 days in airtight containers at proper refrigerator temperature (0–4°C). Raw vegetables like salad greens last 3–5 days; cooked grains and proteins last 4 days; soups and stews last 3–4 days. Freezing extends everything by weeks. Always use your senses—if something looks off or smells strange, discard it.

This is exactly why we teach the "mix and match" strategy. Prep components separately—grains, proteins, vegetables, sauces—and combine them in different ways throughout the week. Add fresh toppings, swap seasonings, and rotate your sauces. You'll have variety without cooking multiple meals. Plus, we suggest preparing 3–4 different recipes rather than one repeated meal.

Yes, absolutely. All our templates and guides are tailored to ingredients and prices found in Swiss supermarkets. We reference seasonal availability in Switzerland, highlight budget-friendly chain stores, and price recipes in CHF. Whether you shop at Migros, Coop, or Lidl, you'll find everything you need at reasonable cost.

Definitely. Our collection includes vegetarian, vegan, and pescatarian templates alongside omnivorous options. We focus on whole foods and simple ingredient swaps so you can adapt any recipe to your preferences. If you follow a gluten-free or dairy-free lifestyle, the guidance on reading labels and choosing alternatives applies across all our plans. We're here to help you build a sustainable approach that works for your life.