The Winter Olympics in Milan Cortina have not only showcased exceptional sporting talent but have also left fans impressed with the reasonable food prices. The games have already commenced, with the opening ceremony scheduled for Friday.
Team GB is aiming to surpass their previous Winter Games performance, where they secured a gold and silver medal in Beijing. UK Sport has set a target of winning between three to seven medals at the current Winter Olympics.
Viewers can catch all the action live on BBC and TNT Sports in the upcoming weeks. Attendees have lauded the Winter Olympics for providing affordable food options, a rare find at major sporting events known for high prices.
Contrary to the usual trend of inflated prices at sports events, social media images have revealed that the Winter Games offer pocket-friendly food choices. For instance, an nduja pizza is priced at around £7.82, while other options like margherita, ham and cheese, and vegetarian pizzas are priced at £6.95 each.
Additionally, drink options include americano coffee and hot tea at £2.62, with alcoholic beverages such as prosecco at £6.95 and a spritz cocktail at £7.82. Snack options range from crisps at £2.61 to popcorn at £2.17, while sweet treats like candy at £1.74, assorted muffins at £3.04, and a gluten-free brownie at £3.48 are also available.
In another photo, burgers including cheeseburger, cheese and bacon burger, chicken burger, and vegetarian burger are priced at £8.69 each, and a classic hot dog is available for £6.95.
Social media users have praised the Winter Games for their affordable food prices, with many expressing surprise at the reasonable costs compared to other sporting events. The general sentiment is one of appreciation for the accessible pricing, with some users noting that these prices are significantly lower than what they are accustomed to at similar events.
The Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics will run from February 6 to 22, offering over 850 hours of live action on discovery+ via Prime Video. Fans can access 24/7 Olympic coverage on TNT Sports 2 with a £3.99 discovery+ Entertainment subscription throughout the games.