Tuesday, June 17, 2008

Creating the Perfect Picnic Checklist


Make a menu ahead of time and keep it taped to your refrigerator. Check off each dish as you pack it into your basket.



A picnic basket, hamper or tote bag for carrying food and equipment
Food chests to keep food hot or cold
Frozen blue ice for chilled foods
A tablecloth, quilt, sheet or any other cover if you plan to eat on the ground
Large cloth or paper napkins
Wicker holders for paper plates
Plates for appetizers, soup, main course and dessert
Coffee cups, water glasses and wineglasses
Flatware
Serving pieces
Bottle opener, corkscrew and can opener
Paper towels
Plastic bags or plastic wrap for leftovers
Large plastic bag for trash
Large plastic bag for used dishes and utensils
Small cutting board and knife
Condiments: salt, pepper, sugar, cream for coffee, mustard, relish, etc.
Fuel and matches if you are using a hibachi
Ice, liquor and mixes
Thermos filled with hot coffee
Soft drinks, sparkling water, beer or wine
Jug of cold water
Whole lemons and limes
Candles, candle holders and matches
Flashlight

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