The Winter Olympics in Milan Cortina have drawn attention not only for the athletic performances but also for the affordable food prices. With the games officially starting soon, Team GB aims to surpass their previous medal count. UK Sport has set a target of winning between three to seven medals at the current Winter Olympics.
Viewers can catch all the action on BBC and TNT Sports, while attendees at the Winter Games are delighted with the reasonable food prices available. Unlike many major sporting events where food and drink prices are inflated, photos circulating online show that the Winter Games offer more budget-friendly options.
For instance, an nduja pizza is priced at around £7.82, with margherita, ham and cheese, and vegetarian pizzas all priced at £6.95 each. Additionally, a gluten-free sandwich is available for the same price. Drink options include americano coffee and hot tea at £2.62, and alcoholic beverages like prosecco for £6.95 and spritz cocktail for £7.82.
Snack choices range from crisps at £2.61 and popcorn at £2.17 to candy at £1.74, assorted muffins at £3.04, and a gluten-free brownie at £3.48. A separate photo reveals that cheeseburgers, bacon cheeseburgers, chicken burgers, and vegetarian burgers are all priced at £8.69, along with a classic hot dog for £6.95.
Social media users have praised the Winter Games’ food pricing, noting that they are surprisingly affordable compared to other sporting events. Some users even joked about the comparatively higher prices at American events. The general consensus is that the Winter Games offer great value for money.
The Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics will run from February 6-22, with over 850 hours of live action available on discovery+ via Prime Video. Throughout the event, a £3.99 discovery+ Entertainment subscription will grant access to TNT Sports 2 for continuous Olympic coverage.