You can take solid food such as sandwiches and fruit through security and on board. All liquid food must be packed in individual containers with a maximum capacity of 100 ml (3,4 oz) each and the containers must fit into one transparent and re-sealable plastic bag that is no larger than 1 liter.
When traveling to an EU country, you cannot bring milk, meat, or animal products from a country outside the EU. Food taken onboard must be packed in commercially branded packaging with an expiry date on it. The majority of airlines prohibit passengers from carrying products with a short shelf-life.
Checked Bags: Yes
Solid food items (not liquids or gels) can be transported in either your carry-on or checked bags. Liquid or gel food items larger than 3.4 oz are not allowed in carry-on bags and should be placed in your checked bags if possible.
Can you take food in hand luggage? Generally, as long as it's solid – yes. The main thing you need to remember, at least for now, is that you can't currently take liquids through security in your hand luggage in quantities over 100ml (and more than 1L in total).
Yes, you can take food items in your checked luggage but make sure that the items are permitted by your destination country. Security will check items that look suspicious.
Can I bring my own food and drinks on board? You're welcome to bring your own food and some drinks on board. For safety reasons, we do not allow passengers to board with hot drinks (eg. coffee or tea) or bring their own alcohol for consumption during the flight.
All kinds of snacks such as biscuits, chips, candy and other things that have a solid form, are permitted to be brought through the security check area. However, the goods must be closed in a sealed bag, and it must be clear to the security staff what the bag contains.
You can take solid food such as sandwiches and fruit through security and on board. All liquid food must be packed in individual containers with a maximum capacity of 100 ml (3,4 oz) each and the containers must fit into one transparent and re-sealable plastic bag that is no larger than 1 liter.
You are also allowed to take along one carry-on bag and a personal item (small purse, for example). through security checkpoints. Each container must be 3oz or smaller and be enclosed in only one, quart-size, Ziploc, clear plastic bag. The rest of your toiletries etc.
There is no limit to the amount of food you can bring on board, as long as it can fit in your carry-on luggage! You can also pack your food any way you'd like — in a lunch bag, in resealable plastic bags, in Tupperware, etc.
Taking food and drink into the EU
You cannot take meat, milk or products containing them into EU countries. There are some exceptions for medical reasons, for example certain amounts of powdered infant milk, infant food, or pet food required for medical reasons.
Hand luggage and hold luggage
Liquids carried in the aircraft cabin such as aerosols, drinks, toothpaste, cosmetic creams or gels must be carried in a transparent plastic bag - maximum capacity 1 litre - and no container may hold more than 100 ml. Liquid containers larger than 100 ml must be placed in checked baggage.
Take out isn't common either except at pizzerias. Even coffee isn't ordered to go. Rush. Meals can last hours in Italy—savour them.
Guests often bring me shortbread or other biscuits and that's not a problem.
Answer: The transport of personal cash or equivalent items is permitted for overall amounts of less than 10,000 euro. In excess of this limit, it is necessary to complete a declaration, to be signed and lodged exclusively at the customs office when entering or leaving Italy.
The import of medications into Italy by courier services or by mail is strictly regulated by Italian Customs laws. Italian customs clears all incoming shipments of medications, even small amounts for personal use.
No, you don't have to declare tea bags to customs. Tea is generally considered a food item, and as such, it doesn't require any special declaration when entering the country. However, if you bring other edible items, such as snacks or candy, ensure they meet the applicable regulations.
The main thing is to stay within the total allowable weight of hand baggage. A filling also does not matter: you can take candy with cognac or liquor, but then there is a chance of a little longer delay at customs. Cakes, lukum, and cakes are also allowed. Remember the secure packaging, preferably store-bought.
Travelers are allowed to bring food through airport security. However, you should remove any food and snacks from your carry-on bag, along with your bagged liquids, to be screened separately.
We've carried all sorts of food, including crisps(potato chips), rice crackers, cereal bars, etc. in our checked luggage without any problems at all, either with security or the product itself. Obviously things like crisps could get crushed, hence why we normally take the bags of mini rice cakes as they don't crush.