Tips for Meals During the Middle of a Move

There are so many things that go through your mind while you’re preparing to move. You want to make the process as seamless as possible and that often includes hiring professional movers to get the job done right. Shleppers has been in the biz since 1978, “shlepp-ing” around NYC, doing the tedious work of dragging your stuff from one place to the next (carefully, of course). Not only does our team of professional movers have four decades of hauling experience, but we’ve picked up some hacks along the way that make your life easier in ways you hadn’t even thought of. 

One of the “last minute” after thoughts we tend to forget while making a move is: what’s for dinner? Shleppers is here to break down our most helpful tips and tricks for meal prepping before and after moving. 

Easy, Accessible Meals in the Days Before Moving

Whether you’re moving alone or with your family in tow, you’ll want to prepare meals that require minimal effort, are easy to grab, and have simple clean up solutions. Take out is a convenient choice, but it can get expensive, especially in NYC. Try prepping some quick meals and treating yourself post-move for a job well done. It’s always a great idea to try to utilize what you have in your pantry already, clearing out the final foods that are lingering around. You’ll want to pack dishes and cutlery ahead of time, so pick up paper plates, napkins, and plastic silverware for your last week of meals.

There are tons of ideas for eating while moving, and a lot of them include foods that are mobile and easy to eat on the go. Think of breakfast, lunch, snack, and dinner ideas that you can have on hand and won’t need to sit down at the table to enjoy. Frozen (or fresh) breakfast sandwiches are perfect picks for the whole family. You can have the hand-held meals while you’re doing last-minute duties around the house. A bonus is your professional movers might also enjoy a tip in the form of a bacon, egg, and cheese (we’re just saying).

Shleppers highly recommends sandwiches for lunch time options as well. Having cold cuts, cheeses, mayo, mustard, and bread makes meal prepping quick and painless for you and your whole family. You can prepare sandwiches the night before and have them ready to go when everyone gets hungry. Snacks like bananas, granola bars, baby carrots, and cheese sticks are prime grab-and-go options while moving. Once dinner rolls around, you’ll probably be ready for a more hearty meal and luckily, there are recipes that are repeatable and re-heatable.

For simple but nourishing dinners, the only thing you’ll need to not pack is the crockpot. Prepping chili, stew, or seasonal soup can be done at the beginning of your last week in your old home and will sustain your meals for days at a time. You can switch things up as the week goes on and throw in add-ons like bread or rice to change the menu. Putting cheese or chicken into a chili base can pump up the flavors and make a nutritious option for tacos or paninis. You’ll have to think creatively and ask your family to weigh in, but a crockpot will be your companion in making sure everyone’s hunger is satisfied while moving.

How to Eat Well in Your New Home: Meals on the Move in NYC

The hard part is over and it’s time to celebrate in your new digs. Shleppers Moving & Storage knows how to eat in NYC, and the options are truly endless. There is no better city to be hungry in than the Big Apple, and our professional movers recommend that you take the time to relax and indulge in your favorite foods.

The same ideas apply as before making the move: convenient meals, no dishes, easy clean-up. You’re probably not going to unpack your entire life in the first days after moving, and that includes the many boxes that belong in your kitchen. New York City is famous for having some of the best slices on the planet, so take this opportunity to try out a new pizza joint or grab a pie from your family’s favorite place. Chinese takeout is also an excellent choice for takeout, especially when it comes to cutlery and cleanup. Have a feast with your family and make it fun; sit on the floors with your takeout and talk about where you’ll set up your furniture or how you’ll decorate. Finally, moving in New York City means you might find yourself in a brand-new neighborhood. Shleppers suggests that you check out the local deli, get accustomed with the community hotspots, and grab some dinner to go from a place near your new home.

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