No plans, no pressure, no overthinking. And naturally, that calls for snacks and drinks that are comforting, unfussy, and require the absolute minimum of effort.
Here’s how to celebrate properly — with snacks and sips that match the wonderfully low-key spirit of the day.
Snacks That Ask Nothing of You
Biscuits (from the cupboard, not the bakery)
This is not the day for baking. A packet of digestives, custard creams, bourbons, or a half-forgotten tin of shortbread will do just fine. Open packet. Eat biscuit. Repeat.
Cheese and Crackers (no styling allowed)
One cheese is enough. Two if you’re feeling wild. Crackers straight from the box, cheese sliced roughly, no garnish. Bonus points if eaten straight off the board while standing in the kitchen.
Crisps or Popcorn
Salted, ready-salted, lightly salted — basically anything that doesn’t require decision-making. Popcorn from a bag, not a pan. National Nothing Day does not reward effort.
Chocolate (whatever’s already open)
That bar with two squares missing? Perfect. A half-eaten box of chocolates from Christmas? Entirely acceptable. This day thrives on leftovers.
Drinks for Maximum Relaxation
Tea (obviously)
A proper mug of tea, brewed exactly how you like it. No novelty blends, no tasting notes. Just reliable, comforting tea doing what tea does best.
Squash, Juice, or Fizzy Pop
Whatever happens to be in the fridge. No glassware upgrades required — the everyday tumbler is more than enough.
Wine, Beer, or Cider (optional, but encouraged)
One drink, not a tasting flight. Something familiar, something easy, something that doesn’t demand your attention while you stare at the wall or rewatch something you’ve already seen five times.
Hot Chocolate (with minimal fuss)
Powder, hot milk or water, stir vaguely. Marshmallows optional, effort not required.
The Rules of National Nothing Day Snacking
No cooking from scratch
No “pairing suggestions”
No social media presentation
Pyjamas strongly recommended
Plates optional
This is a day for snacks that don’t judge you, drinks that don’t challenge you, and an atmosphere where doing nothing is the entire point.
So put the kettle on (or don’t), open a packet (any packet), and celebrate National Nothing Day exactly as intended — quietly, comfortably, and without trying at all.
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