Eating well on an adventure

[WhiteThaiGer]

All the good food we had over the weekend while the Baja's were here and we had the party, made us think during Sunday morningsbrunch (another great meal), that the food situation on our trips could be improved. Now it won't be like the weekend with it's All-you-can-eat sushi, Jack's great Brazilian BBQ (also all-you-can-eat http://www.4wdtrips.net/forum/emoticons/wink.gif ), Srisuda's homemade waffles, etc. (I better stop listing things, it's late and I'd hate to have to go down to the fridge http://www.4wdtrips.net/forum/emoticons/burger.gif ).

We were thinking that we often stop for camp early enough to prepare some larger/better/fancier meal, but we never do. Why? Usually the camp sites are set up away from the fire and fairly far apart, every one sets up camp and prepares the food at their camp, eats and then comes over to the fire place. Food prepartion is cut short, because everyone wants to get to the fire and socialize.

So we were thinking that we should have some group meals and to make it work set up a common kitchen area, ie. some tables with stoves were food can be prepared and where the people preparing the food can at the same time socialize with the beer drinking, fire poking, funny-story-tellingcrowd.

Food selection and menu planning could be part of the trip planning.

I think we need to try this. Any thoughts?




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[JackSilb]

Is this for a specific trip or you are trying to start a what to take with you discussion?

-JACK


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[WhiteThaiGer]

JackSilb said...
Is this for a specific trip or you are trying to start a what to take with you discussion?
Just getting something started here. I don't think there is time to plan much for this weeks trip. As far as we are concerned it's Brazilian enough!

Had another thought about the subject: A snaklike the little sausage sliceswould go well at a camp fire too! I don't even know whether everyone saw them, they were practically inhaled as soon as the plate came out.




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[AlWalter]

As with many of Roger & Harry's camping trips, there usually is at least one pot luck meal that everybody contributes to. It does take a little planning & I don't think we have enough time for this week-end. It is smart, with a group to combine resources such as stoves, grills, tables etc.

[BajaTaco]

I don't really mind the potluck concept, but I was thinking more along the lines of doing what we have been doing (plan/bring your own meals), except that maybe we could find a way to get the prep/cooking areas consolodated into a single gathering place near the fire or gathering area.

Worth a try anyway http://www.4wdtrips.net/forum/emoticons/wink.gif


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[JackSilb]

Lets keep this week trip discussion on the Thread OK?

Here I propose we talk about generics on 'tools to cook', what you take to cook, how to cook it, how to keep it safe, how much preparation, how much work, cleaning tips, who to bring along to clean it too (ha ha ha).

Or like me, how o crash on other parties and get some warm breakfast.
Serious now if I may, I would like to buy a portable stove. Can we start at this then?

Suggestions please with associated cost.

Ideally, one that would cook automatically and clean it all after work.

-JACK


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[MrS]

MrsS can is in charge of our eats. I'm not a big fan of Pot-lucks. If anyone wants to make our food stops better I more than happy to pay $$, supply storage area, help prepair, etc.

I myself am more than happy with my chile-cheese-onion hot dogs, 5 nights in a row. http://www.4wdtrips.net/forum/emoticons/biggrin.gif

http://www.4wdtrips.net/forum/emoticons/burger.gif This is making me hungry, I'm going to eat.

KF6YSB

[WhiteThaiGer]

BajaTaco said...
...I don't really mind the potluck concept, but I was thinking more along the lines of doing what we have been doing (plan/bring your own meals), except that maybe we could find a way to get the prep/cooking areas consolodated into a single gathering place near the fire or gathering area.


Yes, that's what we were discussing. I think most of the meals would be everyone on there own, and a pot luck if there is an idea for a good one.

One thing to think about is if it would possible to share resources, like stoves and BBQ's. I think it would particularly help Jack when he brings the family, any qubic inch of room would be appreciated there http://www.4wdtrips.net/forum/emoticons/wink.gif



JackSilb said...
..Serious now if I may, I would like to buy a portable stove. Can we start at this then?
Suggestions please with associated cost.
Ideally, one that would cook automatically and clean it all after work.

Jack, that would be a stove with a maid/cook, and I don't know how you could fit that into the 4Runner with family and all...


We run a coleman 2 burner dual fuel stove, the classic one. I think it costs around $70 these days, you may find it on sale. For lighter trips we use the coleman peak1, also dual fuel, disadvantages: only one burner, less stable, more sensitive to wind.
I know others use the stoves with the gas bottles and yet others just eat what ever cold from the can or bag http://www.4wdtrips.net/forum/emoticons/lol.gif Who needs a stove?


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[GoodTimes]

Personally, when camping, I like to keep my meals quick and simple. It is often times difficult to keep to a schedule when out exploring, because you never know what you will find that will take up a extra hour or three. As those who have camped with me often can attest, I survive on cold fried chicken if it is hot out, and Campbells chunk soup if it is cold out.
This way, if we end up rolling into camp near sunset, I can set up camp and eat dinner in about 1/2 hour. If we get there earlier, well, then I have more time to steal 007's bud light. http://www.4wdtrips.net/forum/emoticons/devil.gif


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[WhiteThaiGer]

GoodTimes said...
Personally, when camping, I like to keep my meals quick and simple. It is often times difficult to keep to a schedule when out exploring, because you never know what you will find that will take up a extra hour or three. As those who have camped with me often can attest, I survive on cold fried chicken if it is hot out, and Campbells chunk soup if it is cold out.
This way, if we end up rolling into camp near sunset, I can set up camp and eat dinner in about 1/2 hour. If we get there earlier, well, then I have more time to steal 007's bud light. http://www.4wdtrips.net/forum/emoticons/devil.gif
</div>Good point. I don't want the meals or any other special requirements to take away from the exploring. I think one has to be flexible in these matters. Take our Thanksgiving trip. We had the cheese fondue and Feuerzangenbowle, but we were prepared to skip it if we couldn't find the right spot or the weather would not cooperate. We also did not set up camp early just to be able to do the meal. So it has to fit in and everyone has to be prepared for the different possible outcomes. I think everyone liked it, well we had one person who does not like cheese and did not drink... Sorry, got to plan that better next time.

We also can setup camp and have dinner ready in under 1/2 hour (day light or dark), even with a more elaborate dinner than soup. That's the advantage of having 2 people. I set up the kitchen first, then when I'm done with setting up the tent and fire (fire only if SteveS is not there of course!) dinner is ready http://www.4wdtrips.net/forum/emoticons/burger.gif


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[Salsita]

Ha my favorite subject. http://www.4wdtrips.net/forum/emoticons/hop.gif Fooood! As some of you know that I love to cook. I really don't mind if you want me to do some food /cooking at the camp. The only thing I would like you ( or Uwe) to set up the cooking area not to far from the fire. I don't want to miss the laughs and Steve's stories! http://www.4wdtrips.net/forum/emoticons/rofl.gif Actually Steve's suggestion is not bad either. I canput out the menu before the trip and ask for $ or some ingredients or cooking toolsto take along. If you don't like the menu justcook yourown and don't have to give me any $. If you havesome thing in mind you want to eat just let me know. I will do the best. I have so many menus I want to try out but don't have opportunity to do. The only down side of this is you have to eat what I cookhttp://www.4wdtrips.net/forum/emoticons/lol.gif For the eating tools every one will have their own and clean up on your own.http://www.4wdtrips.net/forum/emoticons/biggrin.gif Drinks,appatizers, or some extra snacks you will have to bring on your own. Again we should beflexible on the schedule of eating when we traveling. I don't want to miss the fun and the exploring part either.

[JackSilb]

You are correct,

You know the cooking business with class. Lets make sure the cooking location is close to fire. Or the fire is close to the super light post (pictures will come about this) to start off.

Planning the food a head will be fun. It adds even more to the whole experience.
We will have some feijoada next time.

-JACK


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[GoodTimes]

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WhiteThaiGer said...
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We also can setup camp and have dinner ready in under 1/2 hour (day light or dark), even with a more elaborate dinner than soup. That's the advantage of having 2 people. I set up the kitchen first, then when I'm done with setting up the tent and fire (fire only if SteveS is not there of course!) dinner is ready http://www.4wdtrips.net/forum/emoticons/burger.gif Yea, you are lucky to have a second person that will go camping with you (and cook too!). My passenger seat is still empty. Based on my past luck finding a "second person" who likes camping, I think I'll go get a dog. At least a dog will go camping, and not complain about riding in a jeep all day (probably won't help set up the tent or cook though). http://www.4wdtrips.net/forum/emoticons/notme.gif


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Price is soon forgotton, quality is not.

[JackSilb]

The dog is good company.
Besides that, when it is a puppy it can bring you a nice passenger for the Jeep. The puppy charm ...
-JACK


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[GoodTimes]

JackSilb said...
...a puppy it can bring you a nice passenger for the Jeep. The puppy charm ...
-JACK
</div>Don't think for a second I have not thought of that.

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[WhiteThaiGer]

JackSilb said...
The dog is good company.
Besides that, when it is a puppy it can bring you a nice passenger for the Jeep. The puppy charm ...
-JACK
</div>Hm, and you have 2 dogs, I guess they were puppies onceshttp://www.4wdtrips.net/forum/emoticons/headscratch.gif http://www.4wdtrips.net/forum/emoticons/devil.gif
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[MrsS]

Great idea Srisuda. We will be happy to give you money for food. You are an excellent cook. We can help clean up and prepare. Thanks for the fondue and the "drink" (I'm not even going to attempt trying to spell it). We had a great time as always. Looking forward to the next trip.</div>
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