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Our Favorite Baby Feeding Supplies for Starting Solids

In this guide:

  • Spoons
  • Bowls and Plates 
  • Bibs
  • Snack Cups
  • Placemats

You don’t need a ton of gear to start feeding solids, but a few key items will make the endeavor much easier… especially bibs, bowls, and spoons.

Lucie feeding Alice

Spoons

For Introducing Solids (6 Months+)

Good spoons are key to successful feeding. Spoons with little spoon-heads are perfect (I just said spoon-head, heh heh). You may want to try a few different ones to experiment – below are some parent favorites.

If you’re doing finger foods (ahem, the fancy-dancy term for this is baby-led weaning…), you may not need any infant spoons yet (they can’t spoon-feed themselves until later). But it’s not a bad idea to have a few on hand.

Munchkin Infant Spoons ~ $3 for 6

Quick and dirty. These rounded, soft spoon bowls are the perfect size. We’ve used these spoons for years and they’ve never let us down.

OXO Silicone Feeding Spoon ~ $8 for 2

A softer version (for teething babes and whatnot). Made with Stainless steel for durability.

For Self-Feeding (Toddler)

Nuby Spoons and Forks ~ $8 for 4-pack (2 spoons & 2 forks)

As your kiddo gets older, you’ll want to start him with a larger spoon head and a thicker fork. Usually made of soft plastic, so as to not hurt themselves, and a non-slip handle, these are the gold standard. (See also: the Munchkin version)

RE-PLAY Spoons & Forks Set ~ $10 for 8 (4 of each)

These BPA-free utensils made from recycled plastic are very durable and will last well into childhood. Pick from a vast range of bright color options.

OXO Tot Training Fork and Spoon Set ~ $8

Training silverware is the next step, just before actual silverware. They still have non-slip handles, but their rounded heads are made of stainless steel.

These ones are the best, IMO, but there are many options to choose from: NUK (spoons and forks or set with knife), Skip Hop, Munchkin, etc.

Bowls & Plates

For Introducing Solids (6 Months+)

Start with a bunch of plastic bowls for mixing purees. Simple stacking bowls will do the trick. Don’t even think about anything breakable, since bowl-tossing will be your baby’s favorite sport for the next 12 months or so (yes, I just got nailed in the eye the other day, WTH?).

Munchkin Stackable Bowls ~ $8 for 8

These are our favorite kind – you can never have enough and they’re sold everywhere.

NUK Bunch-A-Bowls ~ $7 for 4

Another parent-favorite, these come with lids to take on-the-go.

For Self-Feeding (Toddler)

Of course, you can still use the bowls listed above as your baby grows, however, you may want to also stock up on toddler-friendly bowls and plates.

Munchkin Stay Put Suction Bowls ~ $9 for 3

These really do work! They even suction to the stroller snack tray.

ezpz Happy Mat ~ $25

It’s a placemat and plate in one that suctions to the table: a true game changer for parents. The mat has three compartments for all of the food groups they won’t eat (kidding!) (sort of). Dishwasher safe and easy to travel with.

*Explore the whole collection – including a bowl, mini mat (great for restaurants), and play mat (*this one is so pretty!).

Divided Plate from Target ~ $0.50

Yes, you saw that right => 50 cents! Hands down one of our favorite divided plates — they hold up after years of (ab)use and are dishwasher safe. The sections are the perfect portion size and the walls are just high enough for scoop-training.

P.S. Available in all sorts of sizes and colors.

Bibs

Feeding babies is MESSY, y’all. There’s no getting around it. Some folks opt for shirtless feeding (the BABY, not you, parents), which may save on laundry but will likely require a bath or wipe-down afterward. Personally, I find the dressing/undressing part to be way more work than just throwing on a bib, but whatevs.

Bibs will prevent (reduce?) stains on your baby’s clothes. They come in different shapes and sizes; some bibs simply go around the neck and protect the top of the shirt, while others have sleeves and can be “worn” for more protection. I recommend you get some of both, depending on what’s on the menu that day {i.e., some foods are messier than others}. Alice loved to finger paint her body (and the dog) with hummus, so I was pretty much screwed on those days.

Basic Bibs

Bumkins Bibs ~ $17 for 3

For a simple, basic bib, this is definitely the group favorite. It’s waterproof, comes in cute designs, and is super easy to wash (in the laundry, even). It also has a catch-pocket, which you will come to appreciate. Best of all, you can fold it up into a compact square and easily throw it in your diaper bag.

*Available in sizes: starter (4-9 months), super (6-24 months), sleeved (6-24 months) and junior (1-3 years).

BabyBjorn Soft Bib ~ $19 for 2

Another crowd-favorite. These are super easy to clean, have a deep pocket to catch food, and an adjustable closure to fit a growing baby for many months. These bibs are a bit more sturdy (harder for baby to yank off), but unlike the Bumkins bib, they don’t fold or store as easily.

Wearable Bibs

These will offer more protection, especially around the shoulders and sleeves.

IKEA “KLADDIG” ~ $9

An affordable, quick and dirty favorite is the nickname, “the angry viking child.” *Fits 0-18 months. 

Kushies Cleanbib ~ $19

Parents love this simple, SLEEVED waterproof bib. Though, the price has gone up recently…

Hero Bibs ~ $29

Handmade and specifically designed not only to keep your little one clean, but also the highchair. Just tuck it under the top tray or let it hang over the sides. Also great for art projects and will last through the years.

Miscellaneous

Snack cups

Munchkin Snack Catcher ~ $5 for 2

Every parent’s go-to. The lids prevent food from spilling onto the floor but make it easy for kiddos to reach inside and grab their favorite snack.

*If you’re not into plastics, Munchkin also makes a stainless steel version with a lid ($10).

Nuby Monster Snack Cup ~ $7

A fun twist on the standard snack cup. Kids love holding his monster hands. The lid can be tricky to get on and off – but that just means it’s doing its job. 😉

Placemats

Munchkin Silicone Placemats ~ $10 for 2

If you have a table in need of protecting, make sure you have a couple of these on hand. They measure 11 X 15 and are sticky on the bottom so they stay in place. They’re thin, too, so they’re easy to roll up if you need one for an outing, a picnic, etc. Top-rack dishwasher safe.

(No, I don’t work for Munchkin, I just like their stuff). And yes, they are BPA-free.

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About the Author

Meg Beilsmith Collins started Lucie’s List in 2010 after learning everything about babies the hard way; she is now the Editor in Chief. She’s an Industrial Engineer from Georgia Tech and a former car seat technician (CPST) who lives near Clearwater, FL with her husband Rich and daughters Lucie and Alice. She enjoys 90s music, MomFit, camping and anything on the water.

Dietitian's list of best baby feeding products

When you are just about to start solids with your baby, it may seem like you need all the latest baby feeding products and baby food gadgets available on the market.

But after introducing solids to three babies of my own and helping hundreds of parents to do the same my recommendation is to buy less rather than more.

For example, although the market is overflowing with baby feeding products like baby food steamers/blenders, your baby will not need purees for more than a few weeks. She may not need them at all if you decide to jump right into finger foods.

So unless it is something you can use it to prepare meals for the family later on down the road, spending your money on a gadget designed specifically to prepare baby food may not be necessary.

But while you do not need everything there is in your local store or on Amazon, some baby feeding essentials will make a world of difference.

Here is a list of baby feeding products I recommend to have ready when you are starting solids with your baby. I used most of them myself and recommended them to many families.

If you would like to get the whole framework and all the steps to start your baby on solids using the mixed approach, check my Stress Free Solids program – it’s completely online and has videos of babies eating both finger foods and purees, in addition to recipes, schedules and the latest scientific advice on introducing allergens. 

For Cooking and Storing
Steamer

A simple stainless steel or silicone steamer may be all you need to steam food for your baby and for the whole family. And I guarantee that you will be using this steamer for a long time after your baby does not need it any more.

If you are looking for something more durable, get a two-in-one sauce pot and steamer like this Farberware model.

Farberware Classic Pot and Steamer Insert

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OXO Grips Silicone Steamer

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TWO-PACK vegetable steamer basket set

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Blender

If you do not own one, I highly recommend investing in a brand that you like. Even if you decide to skip purees with your baby, a good blender is such a magical kitchen appliance.

You can use it for making smoothies, pureed soups, blending sauces, stirring batters and even for making your own baby cereal or nut flour.

it’s very important to remember that your baby will not need smooth purees for more than 2 weeks after you start solids, since you will need to keep upgrading the texture all the time in order to boost the development of his skills and help him to self feed. I go through all the steps and the stages in my Stress Free Solids program, so you know exactly what your baby needs to be learning to do right now.  

My absolute favorite is Blendec – I have been using mine for years and years and it still works like new.  But if you are not planning any heavy duty blending projects, less expensive options like Ninja Professional Blender or Hamilton Beach Smoothie Smart Blender can do the job when it comes to baby food.

Some of the baby specific food blenders that can also steam food are Baby Bullet System and Phillips Avent Combined Baby Food Steamer and Blender.

Blendec Total Blender

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Baby Bullet System

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Avent Combined Food Steamer and Blender

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Crinkle cutter

This little gadget makes holding slippery finger foods easier for the little hands. I used it to cut mango, zucchini, avocado, pears and other finger foods.

Beyond the starting solids stage, this handy tool can be used to cut vegetables before roasting or steaming or to create pretty shapes for your fruit salad.

Huji Crinkle Cut Knife Knife Serrator

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Freezer Containers and Bags

Freezing baby food will save you lots of time and stress. You can freeze the food in cube containers, then empty the cubes into a zip lock bag, mark the date and name and store the bag in the freezer.

To thaw,  leave a few cubes in your fridge for a few hours or overnight.

I like Oxo Tot Baby Food Freezer Tray because I could use it to make ice cubes long after my kids stopped eating purees and it is easier to store in the freezer due to its rectangular shape.

Here is how I used to store my baby’s purees:

OXO Tot Baby Food Freezer Tray

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ZipLock Double Zipper Freezer Bags

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Baby Feeding Proudcts for Eating

High chair and booster seat

A good highchair is definitely something your baby needs to safely and conformably eat solids. When choosing your model, make sure that it meets the following requirements:

  • easy to clean
  • has minimal crevices
  • makes it easier for your baby to sit straight
  • has a safety harness which is also easy to clean
  • has a foot stool – many hook on chairs do not have one
  • has a tray at the level of your baby’s elbows when he is sitting in the chair
  • the tray can be removed so the baby can join the family at the dinner table
  • the seat provides extra support around the hips and trunk

I bought a second hand Stokke for my last baby and loved how easy it is to clean it and how it “grows” with my baby so it can used for many more years.

At first I used a baby insert and a lining that allowed my baby to be safe and snug when eating and after I removed both, she is still super comfortable sitting in it at 2.5 years.

I love that you can adjust the height of both the seat and the foot rest so it is usable for older children and provides good support for eating.

But when I did research for my sister who had a baby recently, I found this Phil and Teds high chair and decided to give it a try.

Aside from the the obvious benefits like being very easy to clean and having a foot rest, it can also be converted into a comfy low chair small children can use. And it costs just a fraction of the price of Stokke!

Other chairs I was considering were OXO Tot Sprout High Chair, Mamas and Papas Juice High Chair and Baby Bjorn highchair. These are all the new generation high chairs that are a breeze to clean, have foot rests and do not have a reclinable back. Remember that your baby needs to be sitting upright in order to be safe when eating.

IKEA’s Antilop high chair is a popular option I hear a lot about in parenting groups but I do not recommend it often because it does not have foot support although it is very inexpensive and seems very easy to clean.

Stokke Tripp Trapp

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Phil&Teds Poppy High Chair

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OXO Tot Sprout High Chair

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Mamas and Papas Juice High Chair

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Baby Bjorn Highchair

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Booster seats

To help your baby eat comfortably when on a go, you may consider getting one of the booster seats that can be strapped securely to a chair in a restaurant or friend’s house. Below are a few options I  recommend.

I used Fisher Price Healthy Care Booster with my baby number 3 and it was easy to adjust to chairs in restaurants and tote around when we were traveling.

You would not believe the number or restaurants in Spain that do not have high chairs for babies!

Fisher Price Healthy Care Booster

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Summer Infant Sit’n Style Booster

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OXO Nest Booster Seat

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Spoons

If you plan to feed your baby purees, I would recommend getting a few spoons with longer handles.

To practice self feeding,  your baby will need spoons with shorter handles.

Spoons for feeding your baby

There are many different models on the market and I would suggest that you choose ones which are BPA free and have a flat tip to make first feeds easier.

Later, as your baby gets better at scooping food off the spoon, you can pick one with a deeper tip.

Here are a couple I was using with my baby.

Munchkin 6 Piece Lift Infant Spoons

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Nuby 4-Pack Hot safe Feeding Spoons

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Spoons for self feeding

As your baby starts practicing self feeding with a spoon, it is time to switch to one that is lighter and has a shorter handle.

My number 1 recommendation for a novice self feeder would be a Num Num prespoon, because its unique design allows baby to self feed just by dunking it in puree, no scooping skill is required.

Nuby Set is perfect for little hands and I like the fact that it includes both spoons and forks. All my kids learnt to eat with a fork before they were able to manage a spoon.

Num Num Prespoon

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Nuby 4-Pack Spoons and Forks

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Feeding Mats and Bowls with Suction

A bowl with suction or a silicone mat that sticks to the table will help prevent a lot of  mess and make self feeding easier. I like EzPz mat, it made mealtimes with my baby so much more enjoyable.

It also comes in a smaller size, perfect for a high chair tray or when traveling. I have been taking our mat to all our trips in the last 2 years, it has a priority space in our suitcase.

It sticks to the table and is quite heavy so you do not need to worry about plates and bowls flying around the kitchen.

I also like how it helps little ones feel confident feeding themselves because scooping food from bowls molded in a heavy piece of silicone is much easier than from a flat tray or a plate.

I have also been using bowls with suction for my first two kids and you can see a couple of options below.

But honestly, I do not think that they can beat the convenience of a feeding mat. My baby really enjoyed seeing a variety of food on her mat and I did not have to worry about her tipping anything over.

A bonus for picky toddlers – a feeding mat with divisions does not allow the food to touch!

Ez Pz Mat 

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Boon Catch Plate with Spill Catcher

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Munchkin Stay Suction Bowls

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Cups

Did you know that you can use a small open cup to serve a little bit of water with solid feeds from as early as 6 months?

And that although sippy cups are very popular, dentists and feeding specialists have been recently raising the topic of sippy cup overuse?

Aside from limiting the development of oral motor skills, using sippy cups frequently and for a long time  may lead to grazing on milk or juice.  Grazing definitely does not help kids’ appetites or dental health.

In my view, sippy cups are  a good option for a very short period of time while your baby is transitioning to an open or straw cup but they are not mandatory.

You may be amazed how quickly your baby learns to drink from an open cup if you allow him to practice from the start. I used and really liked BabyCup. It fit perfectly my 6 month old’s little chubby hands. You can also use any small light cup you may have in the house.

Some parents I know have been successfully using these Munchkin Miracle 360 Trainer Cups to help their babies transition to an open cup.

Straw cups are very handy when you are on a go but most babies cannot handle them before 8-9 months. Here is a great article by Alisha from Your Kids Table about how to transition your baby to straw cup. 

So I would suggest that you give your baby a small light open cup with a very small amount of water to practice drinking from about 6 months, introduce a straw cup at 8-9 months and use sippy cups only occasionally, as a transitional tool, or avoid them altogether.

BabyCup

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Munchkin Miracle 360 Trainer Cup

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Munchkin Click Lock Flexi Straw Trainer Cup

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Healthy Sprouts Silicone Sippy Lids

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Baby Feeding Products for Minimizing the Mess

It is impossible to avoid the mess when you are starting solids with the baby, but there are a few ways to at least minimize it.

Bibs

Long sleeve waterproof bibs are the best invention ever, especially if your baby self feeds. Do not bother with those made of flimsy cotton or other fabric, you need some hard core water proof solution for the messes that are to come.

These bibs will protect numerous outfits that may end up hopelessly stained otherwise. I used mine for feeding first and when the baby did not need them at mealtimes anymore, we started doing messy crafts in it!

Small bibs will protect your baby’s clothes when you are spoon feeding or at later stages, when your baby is confidently self feeding with a minimal mess.

KLADD PRICKAR Bib

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Bumkins Waterproof Sleeved Bib

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Waterproof silicone bib, set of 2

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Bumkins Waterproof SuperBib 3 Pack

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Floor Mat

Floor mat is a must-have baby feeding product if you have a carpet in the feeding area. I did not have to use one because I either had hard floor or tiles in the kitchen when my kids were babies but here are a couple that may save you a lot of scrubbing.

Nuby Floor Mat

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Kenley Baby Splat Mat For Under High Chair

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Prices for groceries and food in Turkey 2022

Turkey is one of the countries that combine relatively inexpensive holidays with a fairly high level of service. For many years it has been attracting travelers with picturesque landscapes, beautiful beaches and rich cultural heritage.

This country is ideal for holidays with children. Excellent infrastructure, a high level of service, water parks, cheerful animators, children's cuisine and a popular all inclusive service system - all this will be cordially offered by most local hotels. That is why Turkish resorts are very popular among tourists. nine0003

Contents

  1. What to try
  2. Catering in hotels in Turkey
  3. Product prices
  4. Supermarkets
  5. Fast food in Turkey
  6. Prices in cafes and restaurants
  7. Baby food

Every tourist will find something to their liking: excursions, walks, rafting on the rivers, routes in mountainous areas or a regular beach holiday. The tourism industry of the country is well developed and offers any entertainment and excursions even to the most sophisticated travelers. nine0003

One of the country's most outstanding attractions, along with its architectural and natural heritage, is its amazing cuisine. In our article, we will talk about how food is organized in Turkey and how much food in catering establishments will cost.

What to try in Turkey

Turkish cuisine occupies a special place in world cuisine. This is a whole philosophy, which implies not only special cooking, but also table setting and serving dishes. nine0003

She absorbed the traditions of many nations. Neighboring countries had a special influence on its development: Greece, Syria, Iran. Favorable climatic conditions, geographical location, as well as religious restrictions played an important role in shaping the traditions of local cuisine.

The main ingredients of the dishes are vegetables, meat and seafood, which are usually cooked on the grill . Seasonings and spices are widely used in cooking. However, at the same time, national cuisine cannot be called too spicy. nine0003

So, what are the culinary associations associated with Turkey that almost every tourist has? These are mouth-watering and loved all over the world doner, kebab, dolma, brynza cheese, Turkish delight, baklava. We will tell you a little more about these and other dishes that you should definitely try.

  • Adana kebab – minced lamb dish with onion and spices. Served in the form of long grilled sausages.
  • Patlyjan-kebab - incredibly tasty skewers of meat and vegetables. This is a traditional festive dish, which is usually served at weddings and other celebrations.
  • Jajik – cold soup made from cucumbers and ayran, somewhat reminiscent of okroshka.
  • Balyk-ekmek – fish that is grilled and then wrapped in a flatbread with vegetables or fried in crispy dough.
  • Kefte - small fried meatballs made of meat, onion and spices, served with a spicy sauce. nine0010
  • Turkish Delight is the most famous variety of Turkish sweets. It is said that in this country there are hundreds of Turkish Delight recipes: honey, nut, milk and even rose petals.
  • Syutlach - rice pudding. Incredibly light and tender sweet dish.

We would like to remind you that Turkey is a maritime power with access to four seas. That is why Turkish seafood is widely used in traditional cooking. You will be offered various dishes from them both in hotels and in any restaurant or street stall. nine0003

Catering in hotels in Turkey

Good food in Turkey is one of the advantages that has made the country's resorts a leader in the tourism market for many years.

Most of the local hotels operate on an all inclusive basis. And this applies not only to expensive hotels: all-inclusive meals in Turkey can be offered by any hotel, regardless of the number of stars. The difference is only in variety.

Thus, inexpensive, modest hotels of the category up to three stars will offer three meals a day, soft drinks and alcohol throughout the day. True, it is better not to count on special culinary delights in such places. As a rule, this is a monotonous menu with a minimum amount of pastries and fresh fruit. nine0003

Choosing an inexpensive hotel, you should definitely study the reviews of tourists. Sometimes a two-star hotel can offer more varied food than a three-star hotel.

Four-star hotels provide four meals a day. In addition to breakfast, lunch and dinner, there is also a late breakfast or dinner. Here, tourists will be offered a wider selection of dishes, sweets, pastries and fruits. Drinks are served at the bars throughout the day. And beach bars and eateries near the hotel offer light snacks from 10.00 to 17.00-18.00. nine0003

In addition, in "four" hotels, along with outdoor pools, there may be indoor pools, there are often water slides on the territory, and some hotels even have entire water parks. In hotels of this class, cheerful animators organize various entertainments, competitions, discos and entertaining games.

Five-star hotels are distinguished by even more varied and tasty food, which is organized in the same way as in four-star hotels. In addition, ultra all-inclusive meals in Turkey are found in five-star hotels. In this case, you will be offered drinks not only local, but also imported. nine0003

  • Best Family Hotels in Turkey

This catering concept also includes snacks throughout the day, replenishment of the minibar in the room with alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, room service, and dinner at night.

Entertainment (other than those offered by animators) can include water slides, water parks, as well as rafting or kayaking. Some "five" organize the days of the national cuisine of a country, such as Japanese, Turkish, Arabic, as well as fish days. nine0003

Holidays with children means that you will spend most of your time at the hotel: by the pool or on the beach. That is why the all-inclusive system is very popular in this country.

In all the local hotels, the food system is organized according to the "buffet" principle. And this is an additional plus when young travelers are resting with you. Many parents are well aware that it can be quite difficult to please little picky ones.

However, with a large selection of dishes, pastries and fruits that can be tasted in unlimited quantities, this difficult task is greatly simplified. On the second or third day of rest, children usually already decide what they like. Thus, you can organize baby food in hotels in Turkey without any problems. nine0003

It is rather difficult to single out hotels in Turkey with good food, because the way of cooking, taste and serving of dishes depend on the skill of the chef who currently works in the hotel restaurant. If this aspect of relaxation is important to you, then even at the stage of travel planning, you should definitely study the latest reviews of tourists on selected hotels.

  • Turkish resorts for families

Almost all tourists note the huge variety and incredible presentation of dishes that chefs of restaurants try to surprise with. Food in hotels in Turkey will not leave anyone indifferent, so be careful not to gain a few extra pounds. nine0003

The tourist season in this country starts at the end of April and lasts until October. At this time, the largest number of tourists arrive. With the onset of cold weather, ski resorts in Turkey begin their work.

Prices for accommodation in hotels are reduced by two or three times. At the same time, service, food and service quality remain at a high level. Some travelers claim that this is the best time for walking, sightseeing and shopping, but these are those who do not care about a beach holiday. nine0003

  • National cuisine of Turkey: how to feed a child?
  • Description of food types in hotels

Food prices in Turkey

In general, Turkish food is relatively inexpensive, prices in shops are average for Europe, and in some regions even much lower. However, with the start of the tourist season, prices rise.

If you are planning to book an apartment with a kitchen and cook your own meals, or if you want to travel a lot around the country, eating in cafes and restaurants, then you will probably be interested to know what are the prices for food in Turkey. Let's dwell on this important issue in more detail. nine0003

Grocery prices 2022

Basic foodstuffs are best purchased in large supermarkets, and fruits in bazaars. Kidpassage devoted a separate article to local fruits and vegetables, their ripening seasons and prices.

Be sure to plan a trip to the market for fruit or souvenirs. Feel the oriental flavor, bargain. Unlike supermarkets, here you will be allowed to taste the delicious, juicy fruit before you buy it.

The behavior of salespeople may seem a bit intrusive, but that's how it is here. This is an old tradition of all oriental bazaars - to invite buyers and bargain. Treat it as a pleasant pastime. nine0003

Prices for fruits and vegetables are lowest in summer, when a huge variety of local fruits ripen. And after lunch, merchants are usually more accommodating and can give up almost half the price.

The table shows the approximate cost of products in Turkey (in Lira):

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Name Quantity Price
Eggs 10 pcs.
Pasta 500 g 7.90
Sugar 1 kg 21.90
Vegetable oil 1 l 32.5
Butter 1 kg 99.5
Airan 1 l
Milk 1 l 7-15
Classic yoghurt without additives 1 kg 23.65
Kefir 1 l 12-15
Yogurt Activia with additives 150 g 8. 95
Margarine 11
Hard cheese 1 kg 140
Feta cheese 200 g 16.5
Bread 1 kg 16.90
Lavash 1 kg 40-60
Simit pcs.
Chicken wings 1 kg 62.90
Chicken breast tenderloin 1 kg 67.90
Sausages 1 kg 67.90
Ground beef 1 kg 130
Veal cut 1 kg 150
Sea bream 1 kg 130
Shrimps 0.5 kg 56.99
Grouper 1 kg 140
Fresh smoked salmon, pieces 250 g 75
Whole fresh Turkish salmon 1 kg 79. 99
Potato 1 kg 13.90
Bow 1 kg 5.50
Carrot 1 kg 13.90
Cucumbers 1 kg 8.99
Tomatoes 13.90
Green 1 bunch 3.99
Cabbage 1 kg 12.9
Pepper 1 kg 16.90
Oranges 1 kg 12.90
Apricot 1 kg 29.90
Kiwi 1 kg 29.95
Avocado 1 pc. 9.90
Watermelons 1 kg 12.90

* Prices for fruits and vegetables can vary greatly depending on the season.

** Prices taken from Carrefour 9 online storefront0042

Seafood is better to buy at the market, as there is a wider range than in supermarkets. That's just coming to the fish markets is early. In addition, in the morning on the piers, fishermen sell fresh catch of horse mackerel, shrimps, red mullet, mackerel and other types of fish.

  • Turkish fruit

Supermarkets in Turkey

Turkish resorts have many chain stores and supermarkets. Next, we list the most famous of them and talk a little about the pricing policy of these stores. nine0003

Migros is the most famous and popular supermarket. This is due to the fact that many tour operators advise shopping here, because this supermarket has relatively low prices.

However, some experienced travelers claim that the locals consider these stores expensive and that only tourists shop there. "Migros" is not only supermarkets, but also shopping centers, which even have been assigned a "star rating" from 2M to 5M. "Star" depends on the size of retail space and the range of goods. On their territory there are usually bakeries offering a huge selection of delicious Turkish pastries. nine0003

Metro is a relatively inexpensive store. Metro offers especially favorable prices for fruits and vegetables. No special documents or buyer's card, like ours, is required. In Turkey, they simply ask you to fill out a form with the name of the hotel.

Carrefour is the world's most famous supermarket chain. It is famous for its excellent design, average prices, wide selection and pleasant service.

Kipa - supermarkets with a huge selection of goods, but with rather high prices. nine0003

Tesco is a world famous supermarket chain. It is famous for a wide variety of goods and favorable prices. In the stores of this trading network, locals prefer to shop. Promotions and sales are often organized.

Supermarkets Bim is a chain store with low prices. Some types of goods here are almost a third cheaper than in other stores in the country. True, the choice is relatively small. In addition, there are no alcohol and tobacco products. nine0003

Sok Supermarkets, A101 are the most budget stores in Turkey. They specialize in selling locally produced goods. Here you can buy sweets, water and fruits relatively inexpensively.

Fast food

No matter how tasty the food is in hotel restaurants, no matter what delights the chef offers, you will definitely want to have a bite to eat on excursions or while walking around the city.

Street food in Turkey is a separate culinary section that no hotel will offer you. Local fast food dishes have proven themselves all over the world. Of course, you can visit McDonald's, where you will order a completely familiar menu. But Turkish street food is something you should definitely try. nine0003

Kokorech is the king of fast food.

The main ingredient is fried lamb giblets with spices. Cooked on a spit over hot coals. Kokorech is served with chopped vegetables in a crispy bun or with some kind of side dish.

The second most popular and famous street food dish is Dener kebab. We know it better as shawarma. This hearty and tasty dish in Turkey, as well as all over the world, is prepared from fried meat, fresh salad, tomatoes, pickles, onions and sauces. nine0003

This dish is called dener kebab in a white crispy bun. But the same thing, but in a thin dough - this is durum . On the piers you can enjoy such a dish as balyk-ekmek . This is fried fish with vegetables in a bun.

Borek - layer cake with filling. Locals prefer to eat it for breakfast. The fillings are very diverse: meat, cottage cheese, potatoes. Borek cigar (sigara böreği) - borek in the form of a tube filled with cheese. Su berei (su böreği) is a cheese borek that has a square shape. There are also square-shaped borek with meat filling (kıymalı börek), with potatoes (patatesli börek) and spinach borek (ıspanaklı börek). nine0003

Dondurma ice cream is a very unusual ice cream made from mastic and goat milk. It is viscous, like caramel, and a bit like chewing gum. From preparing delicacies, sellers put on a show and are guaranteed to improve your mood.

Simit – bagel made from yeast dough, covered with molasses and sprinkled with sesame seeds.

And here are other incredibly popular delicacies that are sold as fast food: mussels stuffed with rice, roasted corn, roasted chestnuts. nine0003

Approximate prices for street food:

  • kokorech - 15-20 lira;
  • Dener kebab - 20-45 lire / 200 g;
  • iskander kebab - 45-65 lire / 200 g;
  • dolma - 20 lira;
  • stuffed eggplant karniyarik - 25 lira;
  • kefte - from 45 lira;
  • sandwich with various fillings - 10-15 lira;
  • balyk-ekmek - 20-30 lira;
  • mussels, 1 pc. - 2-3 lira;
    • nine0009 borek, 8 pcs. – from 20 lire;
  • gozleme - from 30 lira;
  • corn - 8-10 lire / piece;
  • roasted chestnuts - 20-25 lire / 100 g;
  • simit - 4. 5-5 lira;
  • tea - 5-10 lire;
  • coffee - 15 lire.

Prices in cafes and restaurants 2022

Cafes and restaurants are ubiquitous in Turkish resort towns. They are designed for any tourist, regardless of income. Away from the beaches and popular tourist routes, there are catering establishments where you can eat relatively inexpensively and tasty. In such places, the townspeople prefer to eat. In institutions where there are many visitors, prices are much higher. nine0003

The difference in prices is quite large and depends primarily on the location or prestige of the institution. For example, breakfast in a bakery or bakery will cost about 25-40 liras per person, but on the seashore - from 125 liras. Lunch for two in an inexpensive restaurant will cost you 140 lire.

Cafes with home cooking are popular, usually decorated in the national style and specializing in traditional cuisine. The price of dishes offered by such establishments is from 12 lire. nine0003

Please note that in many canteens and cafes, closed bottles of water will immediately be placed on your table, which will then certainly be included in the bill. If you do not need water, inform the waiter and they will be removed from the calculation.

Here is the approximate cost of dishes in cafes and restaurants:

  • soups - 12-25 lire;
  • kebab - 50-110 lira;
  • steak - 75-100 lira;
  • chicken kebab - 35-45 lire; nine0010
  • omelet with additives - 15-25 lire;
  • spaghetti carbonara/bolognese - 30-35 lire;
  • stuffed mussels – from 3 lire/piece;
  • salads - 15-30 lire;
  • dishes with squid, shrimps, fish - 60-100 lire
  • coffee - 15-25 lira;
  • tea - from 4 lire;
  • ayran - 12 lira.

Baby food in Turkey

Parents who travel with their children are usually concerned about the state of affairs with children's food, and whether to stock up on groceries or rely on the range of local shops and pharmacies. nine0003

Undoubtedly, the locals also have children whom they feed with something. But still, I would like to know in more detail about the baby food that is sold in stores, as well as what to eat in Turkey for little travelers.

For the youngest tourists, any supermarket offers milk mixtures presented by Hipp, Humana, Bebelac, Milupa Aptamil. If your baby needs any special food, then it is best to bring it with you.

Instant cereals are presented by Hipp, Hero Baby, Milupa, Bebelac, Humana. It is problematic to find gluten-free, dairy-free and monocaches. There are practically no cereals from buckwheat on sale. On the shelves of shops and pharmacies, you can mainly see instant multi-cereal cereals with various fruit fillings. nine0003

Canned purees are from the same companies as cereals. In Turkey, fruit, vegetable and meat and vegetable purees are widespread.

However, it is rather difficult to find meat purees, as well as monocomponent canned food. Most vegetable purees consist of several types of vegetables. So if you are just starting to introduce complementary foods into your baby's diet, they are not a good fit.

  • What to take with you to Turkey: a checklist for tourists with children
  • Turkey for children

When buying canned fruit purees, pay attention to the ingredients. Often the composition includes apricots, peaches, tangerines - fruits that can cause allergies.

There are practically no fermented milk products developed and adapted for children in this country. However, it should be noted that food in Turkey is of excellent quality, which is controlled without fail.

Therefore, you can buy dairy products in supermarkets and cook cottage cheese and cereals from them yourself. Usually for kids they buy yogurt, which is sold here without additives and fillers, as well as kefir or ayran. Older children can be offered dairy and yoghurt products from Danone, but you should pay attention to the composition. nine0003

If the child is already old enough, then feeding him is not a problem. Cafes and restaurants offer children's or dietary menus. Children usually enjoy eating Turkish pastries, sweets, fruits.

And if you eat in a hotel on an all-inclusive basis, then no worries at all: the choice of dishes is huge, and many hotels offer a separate menu, which includes boiled vegetables, cereals and dishes without seasonings, suitable for delicate children's stomachs. Read about what to feed a child in Turkey in our special article on this topic. nine0003

We will be very happy if our article helped you learn about what to eat in Turkey and how much it costs. We wish you a pleasant journey and a good rest!

The best powdered milk formulas | Rating of Roskachestvo

About products

As part of a rolling study, dry adapted initial milk formulas (as close as possible in chemical composition to breast milk) produced on the basis of cow's and goat's milk, intended for healthy children from 0 to 6 months (18 products) and from 0 to 12 months ( 3 products). nine0003

The choice of brands was determined by mothers - the most active audience of the Roskachestvo portal. For a whole year, they sent the names of the brands they were interested in. As a result, experts tested the products of 21 brands in 82 quality and safety indicators. At the same time, the geography of the production of dry milk mixtures turned out to be quite extensive. We tested milk powders from Belarus (1), Germany (2), Denmark (3), Ireland (1), Spain (2), the Netherlands (4), New Zealand (1), Russia (4), Finland (1 ), Switzerland (1) and Estonia (1). The cost at the time of purchase ranged from 53.43 to 288.25 rubles per 100 grams of the product. nine0003

According to the results of the study, dry milk formula "Bellakt Optimum 1" (Republic of Belarus) met not only the requirements of current standards for quality and safety, but also the advanced requirements of the Roskachestvo standard. However, this product cannot qualify for the Russian Quality Mark, as it was produced abroad.

RUSSIAN QUALITY SYSTEM STANDARD

The standard of the Russian quality system for dry adapted milk formulas for children from 0 to 6 months has tightened the requirements for the content of some components: nine0003

  • the mixture does not contain starch;

  • the mass fraction of moisture in a dry product should not exceed 3.5%;

  • the index of the solubility index of the raw sediment (for dry mixtures) should be no more than 0.2 cm³;

  • the level of active acidity is 6.6–7.4 pH. nine0003

  • the required level of product localization for awarding the Russian Quality Mark is at least 25%.

These requirements are not mandatory for manufacturers, however, products that do not meet the specified requirements cannot qualify for the Russian Quality Mark.

Safety first

nine0002 According to Rosstat, today about 40% of children in the country are bottle-fed. The parents of these babies can easily purchase milk formulas, since there is no shortage of them on the shelves of Russian stores. The choice of the consumer is offered both imported and domestic products.

However, consumers have concerns about this product. For example, it is believed that milk mixtures may contain antibiotics (from raw materials), E. coli, heavy metals, preservatives and impurities that can harm the health of the child. nine0003

The experts checked the adapted dry milk formulas (breast milk substitutes) for microbiological safety, for the presence of preservatives and antibiotics.

The mixtures were also checked for the presence of melamine in them. After more than 6,000 babies were poisoned with infant formula in China in 2008 (in those mixtures, the melamine content was 500 times higher than the permissible norm), the very word “melamine” terrifies consumers.

The results of our study allow us to state that there is no melamine in the mixtures. nine0003

FOR REFERENCE

How did the chemical get into baby food in 2008?

“According to the most common version, the reason for the Chinese melamine crisis was the deliberate addition of melamine to baby food and dairy products,” explains Dmitry Makarov, senior researcher at VGNKI, Rosselkhoznadzor. - This was done in order to increase the protein value of products. The fact is that the generally accepted method for determining protein does not distinguish between protein and melamine. Apparently, therefore, the manufacturers hoped that their scam would go unnoticed. However, they did not take into account the fact that in high concentrations, melamine causes the formation of crystals in the urinary tract, which leads to disruption of the kidneys. nine0003

Based on the results of testing mixtures for safety, it can be concluded that all products are safe. It does not contain antibiotics, heavy metals and toxic elements. Microbiological indicators meet the established requirements. There are no preservatives (including sorbic, propionic and benzoic acids) in the composition.

Special production

nine0002 Many people think that powdered milk mixtures are made from ordinary milk powder, to which various vitamins, micro- and macroelements are added. This, of course, is not true.

First of all, it must be said that all mixtures are divided into adapted - as close as possible to women's milk, partially adapted and the so-called subsequent formulas - mixtures for feeding children older than a year. Also on the market is a category of adapted milk formulas with average indicators for feeding children from birth to 12 months. nine0003

Age distinctions of mixtures are as follows:

  • The prefix "pre" in the title refers to mixtures for premature or low birth weight babies.

  • "1" - for children from birth to 6 months.

  • "2" - for babies from 6 months to 1 year.

  • "3" - for children older than a year. nine0003

  • "4" - as a rule, starting from 18 months.

“The choice of optimal nutrition for children in the first months of life seems especially difficult, because the stomach of babies does not yet have the enzymes necessary for digesting food,” says Tatiana Butskaya -pediatrician. - These children often have functional digestive disorders, and they are at high risk of developing various forms of food intolerance. nine0003

That is why pediatricians insist on a mandatory consultation with a doctor before transferring a child of the first year of life to full or partial artificial nutrition.

The main principle that must be observed when creating adapted mixtures for children of the first year of life is their maximum approximation (adaptation) to the composition and properties of human milk and compliance with the characteristics of the child's digestion and metabolism. To achieve this, manufacturers are constantly improving blends. nine0003

Read HERE about the benefits of breastfeeding and how it affects your baby's health.

What makes formula closer to breast milk?

For the health of the baby, it is important that the mixture is balanced in terms of the content of proteins, fats, carbohydrates, polyunsaturated fatty acids, amino acids, vitamins and minerals, which must be present in the composition of the mixture.

nine0002 Proteins, fats, carbohydrates

In the course of the study, the experts found that in mixtures of all brands, the content of proteins, fats and carbohydrates complies with the requirements of the law.

Vegetable fats and polyunsaturated fatty acids

– To improve lipid metabolism, milk fat is partially or completely replaced with vegetable oils (corn, rapeseed, soybean, coconut, sunflower, etc.)0701 Head of the Department of the Research Institute of Baby Nutrition of the branch of the Federal State Budgetary Institution "Federal Research Center for Nutrition and Biotechnology" Elena Simonenko.

In this regard, two more consumer fears are worth mentioning:

In our study, soy with GMOs was not found in mixtures.

In addition, experts have dispelled consumer fears about the inappropriateness of vegetable fats in baby food.

– The main essential fatty acid in human breast milk is palmitic. It is found in the fruits of the oil palm. Palm oil is about half made up of palmitic acid. Infant formulas are made as close as possible in composition to breast milk, and palm oil is an important ingredient. The requirements for the indicators of raw materials used in the production of infant formula are established in the technical regulation of the Customs Union "On food safety" (TR CU 021/2011), says Executive Director of the Association of Fat and Oil Producers and Consumers Ekaterina Nesterova.

– It should be emphasized that the level of palmitic acid in breast milk is 25%, and by refusing palm oil in the composition of infant formula, the manufacturer must ensure that its content is close to that of mother's milk. Meanwhile, in some milk "palm-free" mixtures, it is below 10%, - specifies General Director of the National Union of Milk Producers "Soyuzmoloko" Artem Belov. nine0702

Also, the child in the process of growth and development requires energy. The body receives a significant part of it from the breakdown of fats.

- Polyunsaturated fatty acids are very important for the baby. These substances ensure the normal development of the organs of vision and hearing of the child, are responsible for the harmonious physical development and behavioral functions. Omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids play a special role in the maturation and functioning of the central nervous system in children and have a direct impact on brain development. They are involved in the construction of the myelin sheaths of the brain and play a critical role in the transmission of signals between nerve cells. All this is extremely important for the development of intelligence, mindfulness, memory, psychomotor function, - clarifies Anastasia Kirillova, pediatrician at the Children's Clinic MEDSI (Moscow).

- It should be noted that polyunsaturated linoleic acid (omega-6 family) is not synthesized in the human body, it is one of the essential nutritional factors, including for young children, therefore it is used in infant formulas and is normalized by technical regulations, - specifies Elena Simonenko .

According to the requirements of TR TS 033/2013, in the dry milk mixture of linoleic acid should be from 14 to 20% of the total fatty acids. The study showed that in milk mixtures Nutrilon Premium (Ireland) and "MD mil SP Goat 1" (Spain) insufficient amount of linoleic acid, which does not meet the requirements of TR TS.

Amino acids

Particular attention should be paid to the presence of taurine in the composition of the mixture - an essential amino acid necessary for the proper development of the child's body, - notes Elena Simonenko .

Our research has shown that all brands of products meet the required taurine content. nine0003

Vitamins and minerals

Any adapted milk formula, according to the recommendations of the FAO/WHO Codex Alimentarius Commission, must contain at least 11 minerals and 15 vitamins. We checked whether the content of vitamins and minerals meets the established standards.

According to the results of the study, it turned out that in the product Frisolac (Netherlands) the content of calcium and magnesium in the diluted mixture is below the established norms: nine0003

  • According to the requirements, the calcium content in the reconstituted mixture should be 330.0–700.0 mg/l, in fact it is 300.31 mg/l.

  • Magnesium should be 50.0-150.0 mg / l, and in fact - 6.75 mg / l.

In the products of other brands, the experts did not find violations in terms of the content of minerals.

The level of vitamins in adapted mixtures should be higher than in human milk, on average by 15–20%, since their digestibility is lower than from breast milk. According to the requirements, in the reconstituted adapted mixture of vitamin C there should be at least 55-150 mg / l. nine0003

The audit showed that the products of nine brands of vitamin C are less than the established norm TR TS 033/2013: "Kid Istra" (Russia), Bebi Premium (Denmark), Frisolac2 (Netherlands), Frisolac (Netherlands), Humana Expert (Germany), Nestogen (Russia), Nutricia Malyutka (Russia), Nutrilon Premium (Ireland), Similac (Denmark). However, this cannot be attributed to violations: due to the volatility of dry components, it is incorrect to say that this indicator turned out to be lower due to the fault of the manufacturer, the content of vitamin C could decrease during storage.

Read HERE for how to choose and store powdered milk formula.

Taste, color, smell and texture

Products of all brands fully met the organoleptic requirements.

Smell - pleasant, barely perceptible.

The taste of is delicate, slightly sweet, without foreign aftertastes.

Consistency. All mixtures were a fine homogeneous powder without lumps (or with a small amount of lumps that easily crumble with slight pressure). In the restored form, the liquid is homogeneous. nine0003

Color also met the requirements - from white with a slight creamy tint to a light creamy yellow.

We checked the level of active acidity (pH) in the mixtures and whether they dissolve well in water.

The results of the study showed that the products of all brands are highly soluble in water, and the level of acidity (pH) corresponds to the advanced standard of Roskachestvo. This means that all mixtures are well absorbed. nine0003

Compliance with marking

And finally, one more concern: many are convinced that the ingredients of powdered milk mixtures declared on the label may not correspond to the actual composition. Our experts have checked whether such concerns are justified.

“According to the requirement of the TR CU for product labeling, the manufacturer is obliged to place information on the composition of micronutrients (they determine the development of the child), as well as the amount of proteins, fats and carbohydrates in the volume in which they are present in the dry milk formula, on the package,” says Elena Saratseva, Deputy Head of the Russian Quality System . – At the same time, it is important for consumers to obtain information about the composition of the mixture in the finished (reconstituted) form in accordance with the recommendations indicated by the manufacturer. It is important to note that the rationing for infant formula is based on the diluted product. Therefore, labeling on mixtures is often put through a fraction or in two columns in the table: on the dry matter contained in this package, as well as on the finished (diluted) product. nine0003

During the study, it was found that there are certain discrepancies in the indication of prebiotics, minerals and vitamins in the labeling.

Only one manufacturer indicated absolutely reliable information in the labeling of his product - in the mixture "Bellakt Optimum 1" (Belarus).

“The problem of inconsistencies in labeling may be related to the dry mixing method in production,” says Elena Saratseva. nine0702 - This method of manufacture does not allow achieving uniformity of the composition. Thus, in almost every package, the actual concentrations of trace elements differ from those declared. This creates an inconvenience when choosing baby food, since, for example, mixtures where a high content of calcium or vitamin C is declared may not turn out to be such, therefore, they will not meet the expectations that the consumer places on it.

At the same time, despite deviations from the information stated in the labeling, the products of most brands will provide a healthy child with the necessary amount of all substances, the content of which is normalized in milk mixtures.

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