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Potluck picnic ideas

It's no surprise we've mastered the art of picnicking. It fits perfectly with Aussie culture: relaxed, outdoors, fun and fuss-free. Why not make the load even lighter, and get everyone to bring a plate? We're big fans of Donna Hay's picnic food ideas, especially her falafel burgers with pickled red cabbage, and Asian-style pork sausage roll bites.

Picture perfect​
Visually impressive food doesn't have to be difficult. Check out Jamie Oliver's Greek-style quinoa salad bomb, which is simple, yet cleverly shaped into a mould for a point of difference.

Otherwise, it's all about colour. Chef Matt Moran's heirloom tomato, watermelon and confit lemon salad (below) is a cinch to make, and is a refreshing picnic salad to go with a roast chook. 

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Transport tip 
Given this salad is all about the simplicity of a handful of ingredients, it's worth transporting each of them separately to ensure each component stays as fresh as possible. To avoid the basil wilting, wrap in paper towel or a clean tea towel. ​

Sweet talk
For dessert, wow the crowd with a Persian love cake (below). Pumpkin pie meets Middle Eastern dessert, this flourless sweet features cinnamon-laced roast pumpkin, yoghurt and almond meal with hints of rosewater. 

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Transport tip 
This cake is conveniently quite sturdy and un-iced, making it much easier for transportation, but to ensure it doesn't move around in your car, transfer it to a large container and place it on a non-slip shelf liner (or yoga mat) on the floor of the front seat.

From picnic baskets with the works and food storage sets, to picnic chairs and hammocks, we've got everything to make picnicking a piece of cake. All you have to do is decide on the spot!
Selma Nada Rajah 03 March, 2020

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