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[quote=Anonymous]We've hosted 5 au pairs for almost 8 years.  Food has never been an issue.  I think it's in part because we have had nice young ladies be part of our family and also because I didn't even open the door to food being an issue.

Yes, the first few days/weeks as you get to know your au pair you ask her what she likes to eat (or more importantly any things that she/he detests) and you try to generally accommodate.  After that, she's part of the family.  And, that means that if I'm cooking (which is the vast majority of the time), I make things from our usual dinner repertoire and she eats with us.  I'm not a great cook, but I haven't had any complaints.  Our new au pair is offering to cook once a week for the family, and I'm taking her up on it - providing money for the groceries and not asking what she's making; I've informed the kids that we will treat and eat that dinner as if we are guests at a friend's house (e.g., no complaining).

A au pair that demands special foods or different meals is a sign of a high-maintenance au pair.  Do not let it become an issue.  [/quote]

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