Saturday, May 1, 2010

Kitchen Notes #05 - The Perfect Picnic

Here are a few simple trick for a great and worry-free al fresco fun:

1. Pack your cooler carefully. Place the food you'll need last at the bottom and those you'll serve first at the top. That way you don't need to keep taking things in and out when it's time to eat.

2. Keep hot food in the cooler. Just line the cooler with a heavy kitchen towel and place well-wrapped food inside. Try to use a cooler that is just the right size so less heat escapes.

3. Bring just the right amount of food. That way you won't have to worry about what to do with leftovers. If you do have leftovers, make sure you can keep them chilled until you get home.

4. Here's a quick checklist of things to bring:
  • Picnic blankets or mats
  • Eating utensils and serving spoons
  • A sharp knife
  • Napkins, paper towels and moist towelettes
  • Can and bottle opener
  • A small chopping board
  • Plastic bags for leftovers and garbage bags
  • Matches or lighter
  • Insect repellant
  • Folding chairs and tables
  • Deck of cards and other board games

Source: Del Monte Kitchenomics

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