Beach, countryside, mountain: what a picnic for the holidays?
No matter where you are, do not forget to pack your cutlery, tablecloth or mat, napkins, glasses, trash bags, mosquito repellent, can opener, bottle opener and many more. 'fresh water.
Picnic at the beach
If you are at the beach, it is (inevitably) that you are at the sea. Why not enjoy the pleasures of the ocean to refuel fish and trace elements? It all depends of course on the region or country where you are. That said, nothing prevents you from bringing a perfume from elsewhere to your salads even if you are in the Arcachon Basin. For example, bet on salad raw tuna with Tahitian (with lemon and coconut milk) or Asian with soy sauce and raw vegetables.
In the Mediterranean basin, make salads with the vegetables of the market: salad green, tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers, black olives, feta and mint leaves. Take with you a small bottle of olive oil mixed with balsamic vinegar.
To take also in your cooler, gaspacho in bottle. This cold soup from Spain will quench your thirst in the sun!
For dessert, plan a watermelon (or half). It's extremely refreshing and friendly!
Picnic in the countryside
Take out your pretty wicker basket in the peaceful atmosphere of the countryside and enjoy the cultures of the land.
The picnic that has proven itself and will always work is the good roasted farm chicken and potato chips. To add vitamins and fiber to the meal, make a vegetable macedoine and homemade mayonnaise.
You can also make cakes and mix cheese, olives, nuts, dried tomatoes ... and everything you find at the market!
Get some local products: rillettes, terrines of homemade pâté and goat cheese, to eat on traditional baguette sandwiches from the baker's oven!
If you are on a vineyard, enjoy the wines of the region. Choose rosé, lighter in summer, which you can enjoy alone or with angevine grapefruit syrup.
For dessert, make a clafoutis with cherries from the orchard. Simple and efficient !
Picnic in the mountains
The mountain requires meals that fit the body, especially if you plan to hike or swim in the water of the frozen waterfall. Pack your picnic in an adventurer's backpack. Bring strong gourds and airtight boxes in which you will hold all kinds of salads consistent. Your best ally form? Starchy foods! Prepare a base of rice, potatoes or pasta and add beans, carrots, zucchini, onions, boiled eggs, bacon and parsley.
The mountain is home to good local products, enjoy! Enjoy sausages, country hams and cheeses in a baguette bought in the village. Do not forget your Swiss army knife!
Also think of hot water thermos that will allow you to drink coffee (dehydrated) or tea bag.
A few blueberry muffins slipped into the bag will be welcome at tea time!
