Manitoba Chamber of Commerce
Issue link: http://publications.winnipegfreepress.com/i/1522365
48 SAVOUR MANITOBA | SUMMER 24 Picnic Planning cont. Sandwiches remain the picnic standard. is is where knowing your crowd is imperative. If you are keen on mimicking an English tea with watercress sandwiches, note that this style takes time to create and may not be inviting to everyone. An easy-to-please option is the large sub made with a French bread or specialty loaf. If you choose this option, keep in mind the juice from lettuce, tomatoes and pickles can seep into the bread — and you don't want a soppy mess. To prevent this, layer cheese slices onto both sides of the sub. en add the meat, lettuce, tomato and red pepper next. Dressing or condiments sit in the middle. Cut these into decent- sized pieces and wrap them for easy distribution. Wax paper or parchment wrapped with string can replace the need for a plate and can be disposed of easily. Having individually packed items also allows you to gauge how many you'll need. Guests typically monitor the food themselves. Few want to be the person to snap up the last item without ensuring others have eaten. Depending upon how many guests you'll have, salads can be individually packaged too. Canning jars with screw-top lids work well. ey serve as a combination of serving vessel and dish. And those with food concerns can have theirs individually labelled to ensure there is no cross-contamination. For lighter options to carry — depending on the salad dressing — individually lined coffee cups with lids may achieve the same goal. Keep in mind, they are not as secure. SANDWICHES An easy-to-please option is the large sub made with a French bread or specialty loaf. Wax paper or parchment wrapped with string can replace the need for a plate and can be disposed of easily.