Picnic Picks
For a successful picnic.......
Tips
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Freeze a bottle or two or water. You can use them as an ice pack for the food and then have a cold beverage as it melts.
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Make sure to put any items that are wet at the bottom of your bag and dry items on the top.
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Pack a roll of paper towels and an empty plastic bag for trash.
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Bring a knife to cut fruit, cheese, bread, etc.
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Don’t forget a wine or beer opener.
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Pack deposable cutlery, plates and cups for no clean up.
Food
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Cold pasta salads
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Chicken, tuna or salmon salad on a baguette or in a pita (use whole wheat for a healthier choice)
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Veggie Wraps
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Fruit skewers, such as melon balls or kiwi, strawberry, pineapple on skewers
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Non-lettuce marinated salads with couscous, orzo or farro
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Fried chicken (after all, we’re from the South!)
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Sushi (vegan is best for an outdoor picnic)
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Vegetable salads, such as broccoli or bean, tabouli,
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Cold soup, such as gazpacho or cucumber
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Veggies and dips, such as humus and cut veggie stick