Hooray! The rain stopped for a little while... not that I'm complaining about the rain. With Australia still in drought, and Brisbane with level 6 water restrictions (remember when we thought level 3 seemed significant), we can never complain about rain. But, it was lovely to get a break in our wet, tropical summer to head off to the mountains for a family picnic party.
The occasion was Debbie's (sister-in-law's) birthday, and we pulled together a fabulous party for her. A 'party palace' was erected at our picnic spot - complete with bunting and billowing sheer curtains. Colourful rugs covered the ground, cushions were scattered, and a clothed table raised our picnic sophistication level.
The occasion was Debbie's (sister-in-law's) birthday, and we pulled together a fabulous party for her. A 'party palace' was erected at our picnic spot - complete with bunting and billowing sheer curtains. Colourful rugs covered the ground, cushions were scattered, and a clothed table raised our picnic sophistication level.
The provision of food and drink was shared around, with everyone bringing a part of the meal. A selection of cheeses, pate, dips and crackers to start. Then Roast Vegetable salad, Bacon and Egg pie, pastrami, salami and chicken cold cuts, and a fresh fruit platter.
Everything was very HH (Horizontal Hostess) - nothing to be done on arrival, other than lay out our banquet, pop a champagne cork (or two) and fill our plates.
Of course, nothing is ever perfect, and the crusty french bread was a no-show (sorry, my fault!), and a cheesecake didn't make the journey. But, never mind, a delicious, filling meal was had by all.
Picnic Lessons:
- Everyone bring something... and co-ordinate the menu between you for better results
- Don't fret if something is forgotten
- Freeze water bottles the night before, and use to chill your esky... as they defrost they provide lovely chilled water
- Ant bites really, really hurt... iced water helps soothe the pain!
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