Pat Posted May 13, 2011 Share Posted May 13, 2011 (edited) I think we can expect/hope that there will be some additional RSVPs next week as people finalize their schedules. Unfortunately, the date didn't turn out to be one that worked for some of the folks who have been frequent attendees at past picnics. Maybe it's just my perception, but it seems that there are always people who RSVP kind of late for picnics. Schedules are fluid and change. I often don't know until kind of late (like this time) if I'll be able to make it, even though the date was one I voted for in the poll! I thought I could make it, and then I couldn't, but now I can. Of course, people can show up the day of anyway without RSVPing*. Advance notice just helps in terms of figuring out how many pork products and non-pork products will appear at any given picnic Balanced diets and all that . *If you're not a member or attending with a member, register first, please . Edited May 13, 2011 by Pat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ilaine Posted May 14, 2011 Share Posted May 14, 2011 Will be there. What to bring? Awaiting inspiration. Weather is so variable. Will it be hot, or cold? Rainy, or dry? Sunny, or cloudy? Husband, who usually can be relied upon for heavy lifting, is playing bagpipes at the Virginia Renaissance Faire. Over the years I have found that dishes that taste so good after the short trip from kitchen to dining room don't survive so well in the back of the SUV during the trip to Fort Hunt and hours on a picnic table. Something springlike. European. Vegetable intensive. Awaiting inspiration. I would bring the charcoal grill, for asparagus, portobellos, bell peppers, and other lovelies, but, to be honest, this is the husband's forte, not mine. Risotto primavera? It won't be good after hours on the picnic table. Hmmmm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DonRocks Posted May 14, 2011 Share Posted May 14, 2011 DonRocks will be there with an unspecified number of people. If you've ever wanted to meet The Man, The Myth, The Legend ... I suggest you go to John Holmes' gravesite; if you've ever wanted to meet me ... I suggest you come to the picnic. Possible option: a healthy, somewhat austere (but absolutely genuine!) version of a traditional Niçoise pissaladière. And Gillian, I suggest you don't come, because the olives will be unpitted. Eat at your own risk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catharine Posted May 14, 2011 Share Posted May 14, 2011 We are in. Dish TBD. probably a veggie side of some sort. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chaofun Posted May 14, 2011 Share Posted May 14, 2011 Jenna and I will try to make it, with some sort of bacon dish -Theo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktmoomau Posted May 14, 2011 Share Posted May 14, 2011 So I think one of my guests might be making lasagne, which sounds really yummy and wonderful to me, hope they don't change their mind! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thistle Posted May 14, 2011 Share Posted May 14, 2011 I will be there, solo, as my free labor (aka kids) have other stuff going on. Consequently, I will be lugging less gear -the small camp stove (but it's 1 burner & a grill), cooler & beverages, & I haven't quite decided on the food, but probably some kind of smoked meat. Looking forward to seeing everyone...Thistle/Linda Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goldenticket Posted May 14, 2011 Share Posted May 14, 2011 AGM and NotQuickDraw - Pulled pork, mac n cheese (tentative) Antonio Burrell +1-3 - curry pan, roast pork buns Banco +3 - TBD Barbara and DameEdna - gluten-free almond cookies, salad (Mediterranean potato or watermelon), wine Beachgirl54 +1 - dessert, napkins Catharine +1 TBD chaofun + jchao (tentative) - bacon dish Crackers - deviled eggs, jello mold, mac n cheese (or some combination of these), wine DonRocks +? FunGuy and LuvTeddyBears8 goldenticket +1 - TBD goodeats +1 - TBD Ilaine - spring veg dish? iolaire +1 - mango black bean salad, TBD (maybe a meat item) John William +1 - rice salad, wine (cookbooks) KMango +3 - berry chewy granola bars, seasonal veggie dish Koolpaw +1 ktmoomau +5 - lasagne Legant +3 - TBD lperry (+1?) - GF dessert (and fresh herbs for the asking!) mdt monavano +1 - terrine/pate (?) Pat - lamb meatball sandwiches (?) sparkycom TheMatt - Cheese ball (?) thistle - smoked meat (?) weezy - TBD (chicken marbella as a backup) 1000yregg - plates 22209 +1 - Dan Dan noodles Looks like we might need some desserts... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lperry Posted May 14, 2011 Share Posted May 14, 2011 Looks like we might need some desserts... I could do a GF cake or brownies or something. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheMatt Posted May 14, 2011 Share Posted May 14, 2011 I saw some chocolate covered bacon today. If I can find it again, I might bring that as a desserty thing. Mmm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leleboo Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 A more thorough assessment of the assorted paper goods left over from picnics past reveals the following: 1) We have, approximately, 8 gazillion cups left. This is an estimate, but a close one. 2) There are also lots of plastic utensils. 3) We are frighteningly low on plates. In the sense of, PLEASE BRING PAPER PLATES OF ALL SIZES! 4) We could do with more napkins -- we have quite the motley assortment currently -- and more paper towels. 5) Seriously, we have a lot of cups. A LOT. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
agm Posted May 15, 2011 Author Share Posted May 15, 2011 We're not feeling particularly inspired, so unless someone has any great suggestions we'll probably do something basic like pulled pork and mac and cheese. Yes, I know, but better too much Mac and cheese than not enough. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
22209 Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 I'm in, +1, and Dan Dan Noodles unless we are otherwise inspired before next weekend ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iolaire Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 My wife Susan and I will show up after Bike DC. I think she has mango black bean salad planned, and I don't have a clue as to what I'll want to make – I’m probably leaning towards a meat but it really depends on what is on sale that week. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beachgirl54 Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 Jeremy and I will attend on the later side, and will bring a dessert - cookies or maybe rhubarb/strawberry compote - and napkins, lots of them. And I will test any and all odd foods on my two year old. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1000yregg Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 I'm planning on coming for the early part of the afternoon, camera in hand. I will bring some plates, but I'm not sure if I'll be able to contribute a dish. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skipper10 Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 A more thorough assessment of the assorted paper goods left over from picnics past reveals the following: 1) We have, approximately, 8 gazillion cups left. This is an estimate, but a close one. 2) There are also lots of plastic utensils. 3) We are frighteningly low on plates. In the sense of, PLEASE BRING PAPER PLATES OF ALL SIZES! 4) We could do with more napkins -- we have quite the motley assortment currently -- and more paper towels. 5) Seriously, we have a lot of cups. A LOT. Please add me and + 2 to the list. I'll either bring homemade sourdough bread (anyone interested in 24 year old sourdough starter speak up now), or a dip and stuffed grape leaves. Skipper Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rkduggins Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 Count me in + 1. I will bring watermelon feta salad and chocolate chip bacon cookies. Dessert and meat in one! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goldenticket Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 Here's the latest list: AGM and NotQuickDraw - Pulled pork, mac n cheese (tentative) Antonio Burrell +1-3 - curry pan, roast pork buns Banco +3 - TBD Barbara and DameEdna - gluten-free almond cookies, salad (Mediterranean potato or watermelon), wine Beachgirl54 +2 - dessert, napkins Catharine +1 TBD chaofun + jchao (tentative) - bacon dish Crackers - deviled eggs,mac n cheese, wine (and maybe pork butt DonRocks +? FunGuy and LuvTeddyBears8 goldenticket +1 - veggies and dip and TBD goodeats +1 - TBD iolaire +1 - mango black bean salad, TBD (maybe a meat item) John William +1 - rice salad, wine (cookbooks) JPW, Nutty Buddy +2 KMango +3 - berry chewy granola bars, seasonal veggie dish Koolpaw +1 - cold cream of carrot soup, homemade bread ktmoomau +5 - lasagne, plates, wine, GF berry cobbler, pea dip(?) Legant +3 - TBD lperry (+1?) - GF dessert (and fresh herbs for the asking!) mdt monavano +1 - terrine/pate (?) Pat - lamb meatball sandwiches (?) Pete, Paula +2 - black and white cookies rkduggins +1 - watermelon feta salad, chocolate chip bacon cookies Skipper10 +2 - homemade bread or grape leaves and dip sparkycom TheMatt - Cheese ball (?) thistle - smoked meat (?) weezy - chicken marbella 1000yregg - plates 22209 +1 - Dan Dan noodles We can always use cases of water, coolers with ice, and drinks for the younger set. Soccer balls or other outdoor games are sure to be put to good use. Also, the Cellar Cull is an ongoing picnic tradition. Bring a bottle of wine (drinkable, please ) to share/sample. The forecast for Sunday looks like perfect picnic weather! There's still plenty of time to sign up - and even if you don't, just show up with something to share. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KoolPaw Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 (edited) We can always use cases of water, coolers with ice, and drinks for the younger set. Soccer balls or other outdoor games are sure to be put to good use. Also, the Cellar Cull is an ongoing picnic tradition. Bring a bottle of wine (drinkable, please ) to share/sample. The forecast for Sunday looks like perfect picnic weather! There's still plenty of time to sign up - and even if you don't, just show up with something to share. We are bringing cold cream of carrot soup and homemade bread. Edited May 17, 2011 by goodeats Reduce post size. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weezy Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 confirm me with the chicken Marbella. I don't make it often, and now that I've said it, I've got a hankering for it. Plus, I haven't come up with any other ideas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 It looks like Paula and I will be able to make it (plus our 3 1/2 year old and 10 week old). I think I convinced Paula to make Black & White cookies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weezy Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 Just a traffic warning -- Telegraph Road, at least up near Duke Street & the Beltway interchange, is going to be closed all this weekend for yet more road work. It probably won't interfere with many folks' routes, but I'm putting it out here just in case. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ilaine Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 After watching news about flooding in Louisiana, I decided to go to the annual Louisiana State Society crawfish boil and show solidarity for my old home state. Wish they were not both on the same day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beachgirl54 Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 Add another adult with me - my cousin is coming too! Here's the latest list: <snip> Beachgirl54 +1 - dessert, napkins <snip> The forecast for Sunday looks like perfect picnic weather! There's still plenty of time to sign up - and even if you don't, just show up with something to share. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktmoomau Posted May 18, 2011 Share Posted May 18, 2011 Ok so we will also be bringing: Plates! And Wine and a berry cobbler type of thing that I am going to try to make gluten free, so hopefully that is successful, will do a test run first. I am also thinking about making a pea dip that I saw somewhere recently that looked good. And my friend Rachel is bringing something, but I don't know what yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanielK Posted May 18, 2011 Share Posted May 18, 2011 BTW - Sunday is Bike DC, so for those arriving early or at the start, be aware of road closures. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RissaP Posted May 18, 2011 Share Posted May 18, 2011 Oh no…all that super good stuff and fun people I’ll be missing? I wish I could join you all, but I’m attending another event. Oh well…maybe next time. The weather is supposed to be great this weekend! Have fun and eat and drink for us who can’t be there!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
napoleonva Posted May 19, 2011 Share Posted May 19, 2011 The other half and I will be attending. Thinking bacon and blue cheese coleslaw. Also will be bringing some nice cold hard cider. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goodeats Posted May 19, 2011 Share Posted May 19, 2011 Am now bringing two or more guests. I think I will just add to beverages this year and bring a few different bottles of something. Can't wait to have a kitchen again. *sigh* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktmoomau Posted May 19, 2011 Share Posted May 19, 2011 If the world ends Saturday and I don't get to eat all the picnic food I will be PISSED, that alone is hell. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Antonio Burrell Posted May 19, 2011 Share Posted May 19, 2011 I am 70% sure I won't be making it now... boo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chaofun Posted May 19, 2011 Share Posted May 19, 2011 Surprise family event came up.... won't make it after all Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darkstar965 Posted May 21, 2011 Share Posted May 21, 2011 It goes without saying, or at least bears repeating, that new members, and members who have never come to a picnic before should really think about coming. Picnics are a great way for new and not-so-new members to gather and enjoy a few hours of great food, drink and socializing. Everyone was a new member at some point. Darkstar in at +1. I feel like a "new member" even though I signed on several years ago. This'll be a first event and only really started posting more actively in the last several months. All that to win sympathy for the stupid questions to follow Maybe it's just my perception, but it seems that there are always people who RSVP kind of late for picnics. Schedules are fluid and change. I often don't know until kind of late (like this time) if I'll be able to make it, even though the date was one I voted for in the poll! I thought I could make it, and then I couldn't, but now I can. Hmmm, "people who RSVP kind of late" I'm clearly that but, as a kinda new member who spends most of my time on the DC Restaurants thread...yada, yada Questions: Wanting to do my part but not sure after going through all the posts. Do we still need plates? Bottled water? Can do a simple but decent tomato/avocado salad. Or, very rich but usually popular (decidedly not gluten free) brownies? Guidance needed! Looked at 1000yregg's photos from last year. Wow! Kind of daunting for folks who are more about consumption than creation. Whole roasted pig? That's not happening this year, I take it? Haggis--really? Guess this isn't really a question. Looking forward to meeting a bunch of you offline--sounds like great fun! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DC Deb Posted May 21, 2011 Share Posted May 21, 2011 Have fun everyone! I wanted to come and meet you in person but I have to work. Can't wait to see the pictures. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goodeats Posted May 21, 2011 Share Posted May 21, 2011 Questions: Wanting to do my part but not sure after going through all the posts. Do we still need plates? Bottled water? Can do a simple but decent tomato/avocado salad. Or, very rich but usually popular (decidedly not gluten free) brownies? Guidance needed! Looked at 1000yregg's photos from last year. Wow! Kind of daunting for folks who are more about consumption than creation. Whole roasted pig? That's not happening this year, I take it? Haggis--really? Guess this isn't really a question. Glad you can join us! There are usually enough plates, but with 85 degree weather predicted for Sunday, bottled water contributions are greatly appreciated. This is odd, but we're actually lacking in the dessert dept., so my vote is for brownies. Haggis really happened. Otherwise, even without the pig, it's a fun time for all. Just remember to bring some tupperware. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goldenticket Posted May 21, 2011 Share Posted May 21, 2011 It's not too late to join us tomorrow - even if you don't reply on the thread, feel free to come on out and bring something to share. And don't be intimidated by pictures of previous picnics - it is a picnic, after all. Food of any type/caliber is welcome! Water or other non-alcoholic beverages won't go to waste, nor will paper goods. As a reminder, we do ask everyone to kick in a few bucks toward the cost of the picnic area rental - this year we wound up a larger (and more expensive) area. There will be a container where you can leave your donation. Previous suggested donation levels have been ~$5 for adults and ~$2-3 for kids. Thanks! Here's the list as it stands now: AGM and NotQuickDraw - Pulled pork, mac n cheese (tentative) Antonio Burrell +1-3 - curry pan, roast pork buns (may not be able to make it ) Banco +3 - TBD Barbara and DameEdna - gluten-free almond cookies, salad (Mediterranean potato or watermelon), wine Beachgirl54 +2 - dessert, napkins Catharine +1 TBD Crackers - deviled eggs,mac n cheese, wine (and maybe pork butt) darkstar965 +1 - brownies or tomato avocado salade DonRocks +? FunGuy and LuvTeddyBears8 goldenticket +1 - veggies and dip and TBD goodeats +2 - beverages iolaire +1 - mango black bean salad, TBD (maybe a meat item) John William +1 - rice salad, wine (cookbooks) JPW, Nutty Buddy +2 KMango +3 - berry chewy granola bars, seasonal veggie dish Koolpaw +1 - cold cream of carrot soup, homemade bread ktmoomau +5 - lasagne, plates, wine, GF berry cobbler, pea dip(?) Legant +3 - TBD lperry (+1?) - GF dessert (and fresh herbs for the asking!) mdt monavano +1 - terrine/pate (?) napoleonva +1 - bacon-blue cheese coleslaw Pat - lamb meatball sandwiches (?) Pete, Paula +2 - black and white cookies rkduggins +1 - watermelon feta salad, chocolate chip bacon cookies Skipper10 +2 - homemade bread or grape leaves and dip sparkycom TheMatt - Cheese ball (?) thistle - smoked meat (?) weezy - chicken marbella 1000yregg - plates 22209 +1 - Dan Dan noodles All are encouraged to bring a bottle of (decent) wine to share in the "Cellar Cull" - corkscrews are probably a good idea too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanielK Posted May 21, 2011 Share Posted May 21, 2011 Since this is the first picnic I am missing in a while, the portable soccer goals that I bring will not be there. So those of you bringing kids, please remember to bring some outdoor games, balls, etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
agm Posted May 21, 2011 Author Share Posted May 21, 2011 Whole roasted pig? That's not happening this year, I take it? No pig this picnic. Maybe in the fall. Or maybe a goat, instead. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
legant Posted May 21, 2011 Share Posted May 21, 2011 Still looking for a ride from NW DC or Red line stop or any VA metro stop. Send a PM if you're able to help out. ~ louise Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darkstar965 Posted May 21, 2011 Share Posted May 21, 2011 OK. I'll be bringing gourmet (er, at least made with good quality chocolate/cocoa/valrhona) brownies, bottled water, maybe some extra utensils and a few bucks for the kitty. Weak on the culinary creation front I realize but, hey, I usually know a decent restaurant when I see one Thanks for the input--looking forward to it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leleboo Posted May 21, 2011 Share Posted May 21, 2011 Glad you can join us! There are usually enough plates Just as an FYI for all, we had approximately 12 plates left over from last picnic. While goodeats is right that there are usually enough, for the past several picnics, that's been because we've had the luxury of using up remainders while we supplement with more. So take that information as you will. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skipper10 Posted May 21, 2011 Share Posted May 21, 2011 A more thorough assessment of the assorted paper goods left over from picnics past reveals the following: 1) We have, approximately, 8 gazillion cups left. This is an estimate, but a close one. 2) There are also lots of plastic utensils. 3) We are frighteningly low on plates. In the sense of, PLEASE BRING PAPER PLATES OF ALL SIZES! 4) We could do with more napkins -- we have quite the motley assortment currently -- and more paper towels. 5) Seriously, we have a lot of cups. A LOT. Lelebo, Do you need my large oversized white cooler? We used it last year. Last year I had at least 10-15 large bags of ice leftover from my Saturday's party. Unfortunately, I am not having a party tonight. Do you want cooler sans ice? I want to bake my sourdough bread in the morning, attend Mass and be at the picnic site by noon. If I am to buy ice, I won't make it to the picnic till it will be half over. Please advise! skipper Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leleboo Posted May 21, 2011 Share Posted May 21, 2011 Lelebo, Do you need my large oversized white cooler? We used it last year. Last year I had at least 10-15 large bags of ice leftover from my Saturday's party. Unfortunately, I am not having a party tonight. Do you want cooler sans ice? I want to bake my sourdough bread in the morning, attend Mass and be at the picnic site by noon. If I am to buy ice, I won't make it to the picnic till it will be half over. Please advise! skipper I don't actually know if we have another cooler coming and/or any other ice, but it won't be terribly useful for it to arrive mid-afternoon, so I would say don't bother. Goldenticket, any other ideas? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barbara Posted May 21, 2011 Share Posted May 21, 2011 I can bring my regular-sized cooler with a couple of bags of ice in it, if that will help things. ALSO, the gluten-free cookies are made, but they unfortunately don't compare favorably to the regular Toll House cookie, alas. They aren't bad, but I would suggest they be saved for the GF folks, so they can have some dessert. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pat Posted May 21, 2011 Share Posted May 21, 2011 I don't have access to my coolers right now, including the one I brought the last time I attended. I do have a small and odd assortment of paper plates I can bring, some paper towels, and some bottled water. (I can also bring some trash bags.) It looks like I'll be bringing more meatballs than rolls, but I'm also bringing toothpick-type devices for eating meatballs sans bread. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skipper10 Posted May 21, 2011 Share Posted May 21, 2011 I don't actually know if we have another cooler coming and/or any other ice, but it won't be terribly useful for it to arrive mid-afternoon, so I would say don't bother. Goldenticket, any other ideas? My large cooler leaves in the car, so it will be at site D-001 around noon. It might come handy n case you are short on coolers and others bring ice. skipper 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DonRocks Posted May 21, 2011 Share Posted May 21, 2011 Pissaladière being prepared now ... (It's not too late to RSVP, everyone!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lperry Posted May 21, 2011 Share Posted May 21, 2011 Switching gears and thinking a chickpea and roasted sweet potato salad would be nice. I hope it's as gorgeous as today! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barbara Posted May 21, 2011 Share Posted May 21, 2011 Clarification: I will be bringing a Mediterranean Potato Salad, since Rachel is bringing a watermelon-feta salad. Don't forget to bring containers--leftovers are almost guaranteed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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