Nando's Guide to Freshers 2025

Nando’s Guide to Freshers 2025

Students, Freshers week just got hotter…

And our guide’s got you covered. Like finding your nearest restaurant for those study sessions, quick and easy recipes that won’t break the bank and saucy tips to help stretch that maintenance loan.

Quick tips

Starting uni’s a bit like trying Extra Hot for the first time. A lot going on but guaranteed to keep you coming back for more. The good news? We’ve got a few tricks to help you squeeze the most out of student life (and your budget).

Hit the shops

Late-night shopping isn’t just for snacks and instant noodles. Supermarkets often have a reduced section full of good stuff. Keep an eye out and you could snag some bargains for the week.

A little meal planning goes a long way. Make a shopping list or plan your meals to avoid overspending or buying something random. It’s also the perfect excuse to try some of your Nando’s faves at home. Think easy PERi-PERi chicken recipes or adding the finishing touch to a classic with our sauces.

Hot tip: Freeze your food. It lasts longer, costs less and saves you from the heartbreak of discovering your flatmate nicked your dinner.

Make your money go further

Supermarkets

Clubcards and Nectar cards are your best friend for the good deals.

Coffee Shops

You’ll basically be fuelled by flat whites, so why not get rewarded for it? Coffee shops like Costa and Starbucks all have apps that give you stamps or discounts for repeat orders. Every little helps when you’re three espressos deep.

High street shops

From clothes to toiletries, brands love students. Unidays and Student Beans unlock discounts across loads of high street faves. Pair that with loyalty cards like Boots Advantage and suddenly your shampoo’s a bargain.

Restaurants

Lots of chains offer student discounts. And don’t forget, Nando’s Rewards means every three visits = free food. Keep the Chillies coming and you'll be racking up the free food, fast.

Getting social

Freshers isn’t just about big nights out. Some of the best memories are made over card games in the kitchen, binging reality TV or a chilled dinner that turns into hours of fun. But when you do head out, finding your local Nando’s is always a solid shout. Because nothing brings people together like PERi-PERi. Keep an eye out for societies, free campus events, local meet-ups and park runs too. Some of your closest mates might come from your five-a-side team, running club, or even the queue for a late-night takeaway.