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Brilliant idea, we do this all the time wherever we travel. Especially when we do the Camino or other long distance hike. We also have a flask and make hot tea to take alongHello, all,
I'm planning my first Camino hike for the second half of August this year. I'll be walking the Camino del Norte, starting around Irún and walking by myself (no bag transport) for two weeks.
Instead of stopping in a town for a midday meal, I thought of buying supplies (bread, cheese, spoil-resistant meat [summer sausage], fruit, drinks, etc) either the night before from a grocery store or during the morning from farmer's and town markets, then eating lunch picnic-style somewhere on the Camino.
Is this a feasible plan? What kinds of foods would I find that would work for this? I'm not big on just fresh veggies (carrots, celery, etc.), but I often backpack with bread, cheese and preserved meats. Other than sodas and water, what kinds of drinks would I find? Juices? I remember one video I saw of a pilgrim who bought boxed gazpacho for lunches; this might be fun once or twice for me, but wouldn't work long term.
Thanks for any suggestions or advice. Buen Camino!
-Kevin
I think u answered most of your questions yourself. FYI u can buy 1€packs of cheese and or ham slices from many supermarkets in Spain. That with small loaf french style bread and fruit u can have delicious picnics everyday. Bon camino.Hello, all,
I'm planning my first Camino hike for the second half of August this year. I'll be walking the Camino del Norte, starting around Irún and walking by myself (no bag transport) for two weeks.
Instead of stopping in a town for a midday meal, I thought of buying supplies (bread, cheese, spoil-resistant meat [summer sausage], fruit, drinks, etc) either the night before from a grocery store or during the morning from farmer's and town markets, then eating lunch picnic-style somewhere on the Camino.
Is this a feasible plan? What kinds of foods would I find that would work for this? I'm not big on just fresh veggies (carrots, celery, etc.), but I often backpack with bread, cheese and preserved meats. Other than sodas and water, what kinds of drinks would I find? Juices? I remember one video I saw of a pilgrim who bought boxed gazpacho for lunches; this might be fun once or twice for me, but wouldn't work long term.
Thanks for any suggestions or advice. Buen Camino!
-Kevin
Yes picnic lunches are the best! It helped my slow down and savour the moment and I met some interesting people both locals and pilgrims. Also you will find like minded people for a shared picnic. Some of my favourite picnic spots were under the olive trees, sitting on a rock with the cows nearby, with my feet in a stream, watching the farmers herding their cattle, and on top of a little rise with a great view and the pilgrims walking just below me (no one knew I was there). And there was plenty of food to choose from. I enjoyed the little packs of olives and individual packs of yogurt keep well for 2 days.Hello, all,
I'm planning my first Camino hike for the second half of August this year. I'll be walking the Camino del Norte, starting around Irún and walking by myself (no bag transport) for two weeks.
Instead of stopping in a town for a midday meal, I thought of buying supplies (bread, cheese, spoil-resistant meat [summer sausage], fruit, drinks, etc) either the night before from a grocery store or during the morning from farmer's and town markets, then eating lunch picnic-style somewhere on the Camino.
Is this a feasible plan? What kinds of foods would I find that would work for this? I'm not big on just fresh veggies (carrots, celery, etc.), but I often backpack with bread, cheese and preserved meats. Other than sodas and water, what kinds of drinks would I find? Juices? I remember one video I saw of a pilgrim who bought boxed gazpacho for lunches; this might be fun once or twice for me, but wouldn't work long term.
Thanks for any suggestions or advice. Buen Camino!
-Kevin
Hello, and I hope you have an excellent Camino walk. I completed a 10 walk on the Camino Frances in early May. I also would by bread and cheese for lunches. There seemed to be a lack of picnic areas for pilgrims to stop rest, and have their lunch. Lots of cafes along the way with outdoor tables and chairs, but if you sit there, you have to purchase something, defeating the purpose of making your own lunch. Sometimes we would buy a beer, but when it was cool, I brought a backpacking stove and espresso pot to make espresso.Hello, all,
I'm planning my first Camino hike for the second half of August this year. I'll be walking the Camino del Norte, starting around Irún and walking by myself (no bag transport) for two weeks.
Instead of stopping in a town for a midday meal, I thought of buying supplies (bread, cheese, spoil-resistant meat [summer sausage], fruit, drinks, etc) either the night before from a grocery store or during the morning from farmer's and town markets, then eating lunch picnic-style somewhere on the Camino.
Is this a feasible plan? What kinds of foods would I find that would work for this? I'm not big on just fresh veggies (carrots, celery, etc.), but I often backpack with bread, cheese and preserved meats. Other than sodas and water, what kinds of drinks would I find? Juices? I remember one video I saw of a pilgrim who bought boxed gazpacho for lunches; this might be fun once or twice for me, but wouldn't work long term.
Thanks for any suggestions or advice. Buen Camino!
-Kevin
Hi Kevin, and Buen Camino!Instead of stopping in a town for a midday meal, I thought of buying supplies (bread, cheese, spoil-resistant meat [summer sausage], fruit, drinks, etc) either the night before from a grocery store or during the morning from farmer's and town markets, then eating lunch picnic-style somewhere on the Camino.
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