We occasionally shipped a package to D with granola bars/bags of trail mix, etc. Saved her a trip to TJ’s. Make sure your kid and roommates rent a fridge/microwave and he stocks up on stuff if the late-night options are minimal. Also, never underestimate the college student’s ability to source free food, be it Caltopia, club meet-n-greets, dorm events, etc. My D is doing a paid internship this summer. What got her excited? They fed the interns twice on their first day! You would have thought she’d won the lottery :))