5 ways to save money at Christmas time.

Looking for some Christmas food ideas? One of the things we at tastecard look forward to most about Christmas is the food, of course. Whether it’s a Sunday roast with the family, an after-work meal to celebrate Secret Santa with your office pals, or festive food and drinks with the besties, the Christmas season is packed with excuses to dine out. 

That’s where tastecard comes in. Our restaurant deals mean that you can enjoy 2 for 1 deals or25% off the total bill at 1000s of restaurants, including all your favourite big-name chains. . So, take that special someone out for a Christmassy date night or pay your nearest British restaurant a guilt-free visit for pub grub and a few drinks. With our deals, you can save an average of £23 per meal and, trust us, that’ll add up in no time during Christmas.

Christmas isn’t complete without a visit to the cinema to see the latest festive feature. The perfect seasonal tradition to enjoy with the family, a trip to the cinema at Christmas is the perfect way to bring out your inner child before the big day.

But after all your cinema tickets are purchased – and the popcorn and Ice Blasts – your wallet can be left feeling a little thin. Luckily, those of you with a tastecard can enjoy cinema ticket discounts at the UK's most-loved chains like ODEON, Vue, Cineworld, and more! With deals on both tickets and snacks alike, you can enjoy the cinema the way it was intended to be enjoyed - just without the huge expense! 

Now, your biggest concern should be settling on which film to see. Whether you’re keen to catch a Christmas flick or are dying to see films like ‘Wicked: For Good’, ‘Zootropolis 2’, or ‘The Housemaid’, get yourself seated for less with tastecard.

The cinema trip matters, but so does a cosy night in. Whilst summer calls for evenings in the park or cooking sausages on the BBQ, winter is quite the opposite. It’s a time to get wrapped up, turn up the fire, and settle down for a classic Christmas movie in front of the TV with those nearest and dearest to you.
Now we know just as well as anyone that once you’re covered up by the fleece blanket and halfway through Home Alone 2, there’s no getting you off that sofa to cook dinner. Why not help yourself to our pizza delivery deals to enjoy a massive 50% off your pizza? Choose between Papa Johns, Pizza Hut, and Domino’s, because Santa isn’t the only one delivering the goods this Christmas.

A stroll through your local Christmas markets is an absolute must at Christmas time. With seasonal songs, spiced sweet treats, and a holly-jolly atmosphere, they’re the epitome of the Christmas spirit. Now, whilst we’d never advise you to skip visiting, we do recommend being somewhat savvy when it comes to spending at the markets. Between games, food, and drinks, costs can seriously add up.

Instead of picking up a hot chocolate at the Christmas markets, why not make use of tastecard’s coffee deals? We’ve partnered with some of the UK’s favourite coffee spots, like Caffè Nero and Black Sheep Coffee, to offer you 25% off barista-made drinks near you.

Or, if you’re considering eating at the markets, you could always eat beforehand at one of our partner restaurants to keep up the savings. Download the tastecard app to discover local restaurants and get inspiration for Christmas food ideas.

Whether you’re trying to keep yourself and the kids busy in your hometown or have taken a Christmassy vacation to another UK city, tastecard has plenty of days out deals to make your stay both memorable and affordable. 

The kids have plenty of time off over Christmas, so you might be looking for ways to keep the entire family entertained, without chipping into the Christmas budget too much. From major thrills at spots like The Dungeons to insightful and educational days out like SEA LIFE, there is so much fun to be had during the festive period with tastecard.

Now that you know how to save money at Christmas with tastecard, start making some plans for the festive season. December is a busy month, so schedule in some events to look forward to and enjoy counting down the days, instead of your bank balance!