So today I hosted a picnic event for my Chicago Cookers & Bakers group. It was a delicious success and I’m continually amazed and impressed with the talent of my members. It’s truly amazing how in only 2+ months, my group has grown to 140 members and counting! Here is our picnic menu:
Bruschetta 
Nori Wrapped Shrimp
Turkey Sandwiches with Basil Mayo
Buttermilk Ranch Oven Fried Chicken
Honey BBQ Country Pork Ribs
Tropical BBQ Chicken Drumsticks

Grandma’s True Southern Mac & Cheese

Roasted Green Beans & Onions
Black Bean & Corn Salad
Fresh Rice Salad
Island Shrimp Salad
Raspberry Chocolate Swirl Muffins
Chocolate Caramel Flan Bundt Cake


Nori Wrapped Shrimp

Turkey Sandwiches with Basil Mayo

Buttermilk Ranch Oven Fried Chicken

Honey BBQ Country Pork Ribs

Tropical BBQ Chicken Drumsticks

Grandma’s True Southern Mac & Cheese


Roasted Green Beans & Onions

Black Bean & Corn Salad

Fresh Rice Salad

Island Shrimp Salad

Raspberry Chocolate Swirl Muffins

Chocolate Caramel Flan Bundt Cake


Here are pics of our total spread:



Here are some candid shots from our event:
YUM! everything looks so good. i wish i had been there.
Everything looks so great. I wish the distance between us was only half of what it really is. I would love to attend these functions.
That flan & chocolate bundt cake is incredibly impressive, and looks delish!