7 Meal Ideas to Feed at Brood in an Orlando Vacation Rental

Planning meals for a large group during your Orlando vacation can be a breeze with a bit of preparation. Here’s a guide to help you feed a crowd, including kids, while staying in a vacation home or Airbnb.

Breakfast

Start the Day Right For breakfast, keep it simple yet satisfying. A big batch of overnight oats is easy to prepare in advance and can be customized with different toppings like fruits, nuts, and honey. Another option is a breakfast casserole—assemble the night before and pop it in the oven in the morning. Serve with fresh fruit or smoothies. Here’s a recipe for a hearty breakfast casserole.

Lunch

Easy and Quick When you’re on the go, pack something easy like wraps or sandwiches. Make a variety of fillings such as turkey and cheese, hummus and veggies, or peanut butter and jelly for the kids. Pair with fruit salads or veggie sticks with dip. If you’re staying in, a big salad bar allows everyone to customize their plate. Consider this guide to a perfect salad bar for inspiration.

Dinner

Feed the Crowd Dinner can be a bit more elaborate. Sheet pan dinners are great for feeding a large group with minimal cleanup. Roast chicken breasts or thighs with potatoes and vegetables on one pan. Alternatively, a pasta bar with different sauces and toppings can cater to various tastes and dietary restrictions. Try one of these simple sheet pan dinner recipes that can feed a crowd.

Snacks

Keep the Kids Happy For snacks, think about items that are easy to grab and go. Trail mix, granola bars, and fresh fruit are healthy and convenient. Prepare a big batch of popcorn or homemade chips and salsa for afternoon munchies. Here’s a quick trail mix recipe to keep everyone satisfied.

Groceries

What to Stock Up On When grocery shopping, focus on versatile ingredients that can be used across multiple meals—think eggs, bread, pasta, fresh fruits, vegetables, deli meats, cheese, and snacks like crackers and chips. For beverages, consider juice boxes for kids, coffee, and tea for adults, and a variety of water and soft drinks. Please read our blog that has your essential vacation rental grocery list.

By planning ahead, you can ensure that everyone in your group is well-fed, happy, and ready to enjoy all that Orlando has to offer. Don’t forget that Magical Arrivals offers pre-arrival pantry and fridge stocking in Orlando for your vacation rental so that you don’t have to worry about grocery shopping when you get here! Happy cooking!