I'm in and thinking I'll bring some kind of side. May also go in on some Uncle John's hot links with mbh if she's up for that.

Boudreau is sad that he can't be there but understands and hopes we all have a lovely time

Sorry I won't be able to attend this year. I enjoyed the previous two I attended I have a family reunion scheduled the same day and time. NR706 will be there to represent the household. It's a wonderful event and I will miss all the food and company. Cheers!

Sharon

I'm coming +3. Contribution is TBD.

I will be there with Kerensa and wee Jonah the Bacon Baby.

We'll bring .... something bacony.

Cabbagehead and I will be there. Straight from 1959, we will bring Jewish-American sweet and sour meatballs. Besides giving me an opportunity to use the chafing dish inherited from an aunt, the little beauties can be speared with toothpicks and ever so elegantly passed around. Just my little bit to contribute to GAF's chrono-cuisine!

So excited to go to my first LTH picnic. I'm in + 1. No idea yet what we will make

I'm in for 3, still figuring out what I'm bringing, but I'll decide in the next week. Now I need to find the fat pants.

The Wife + 1.

G Wiv + 1

Initial thought is Mapo Tofu, will still bring a smoker for others to use.

mbh wrote:Now I need to find the fat pants.

If you can't find yours, perhaps consider these. Gluttony pants are all the rage.

I am in for 2

I'm in, as is the Chow Poodle. I'll be bringing a sideline cooler with 5 gallons of spring water and, once again, zen method brisket. This year, I'll make two briskets so more people will have a chance to try it.

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irisarbor +5 (may decrease)

thinking I will bring apricot bars that were a huge hit with my family (dessert)
but I might change my mind, too
also sweet tea

Cannot miss this. Haven't missed one yet.

I'm going to bring my ho-made gin. Made in kitchen, not bath tub. [It's vodka infused with gin flavors and makes an ENTIRELY delicious gin & tonic.] I'm tired of bringing vegetables nobody eats because they're filling up on meat & desert . . . which is what I always do, too.
I'm going to be sure my offering gets consumed . . . I'm bringing booze! And tonic water. And limes.

And probably some vegetable or fruit dish to be decided later.

And some water. We ran out of water and ice rather early last year. I had to chase some kids away from some booze . . . they weren't trying to sneak booze, but they were simply thirsty. I found them something safer to drink. [Unless they WERE trying to sneak booze . . . but they were pretty young young 'uns . . . .]

Giovanna

i think mikeG's idea is a brilliant one. last year, the spread was not only overwhelming, but it was awkward reaching over people seated at the tables to get at the food. so i'm probably going to bring a passable dish. i'm leaning towards the greek feta tart from last months Saveur. i'll test it first on myself.
can't wait to try giovanna's gin and tonic. that's my drink! justjoan

I'm in + 1.

Please put us down for 4...two adults two kids...went last year and it rocked!

Still deciding what to create!

happy_stomach wrote:

mbh wrote:Now I need to find the fat pants.

If you can't find yours, perhaps consider these. Gluttony pants are all the rage.

I'm gobsmacked! Who knew these actually existed, I just consider the next size up to be my fat pants. If I could think of things like this I'd be rich.

irisarbor wrote:irisarbor +5 (may decrease)

thinking I will bring apricot bars that were a huge hit with my family (dessert)
but I might change my mind, too
also sweet tea

I love sweet tea.

If anyone is driving in from the west suburbs and might have room for one more skinny girl in the car, please let me know.

And some water. We ran out of water and ice rather early last year. I had to chase some kids away from some booze . . . they weren't trying to sneak booze, but they were simply thirsty. I found them something safer to drink. [Unless they WERE trying to sneak booze . . . but they were pretty young young 'uns . . . .

Giovanna[/quote]
i think everyone should be encouraged to supply their own water. this is in addition to whatever interesting drinks are being brought. personally, i dont approve of bottled water and all the waste it brings. if we each bring some, it wont be necessary to buy a lot of bottled water for the group. justjoan (i'll be bringing water and iced tea or lemonade)

Please count me in.

Last year, the Scottish shortbread vanished in no time, so perhaps I should bring that again.

Please count me in +1 tall and 1 short. Dish TBD.

I'm in. Can't wait to break bread with you all again! I'm bringing a side dish - bbq beans. I'm also thinking a summer cocktail - I'll think about that one and get back to you. Best - Liz!

I'm in + 2. No idea what I'll make yet.

+2 adults and +1 child; not sure yet what we'll bring. Nametags should read "Jon" and "Karen" and "Gwendolyn".

Jazzfood wrote:I'm in + 2. No idea what I'll make yet.

I have to say I can't wait to see what it is you bring. You've been one of the highlights of the picnic for me. I await your inspiration with anticipation.

Please add me + 1 (my better half).
We will most likely bring a version of sogurme and, hopefully, some bounty from the garden.
As we generally use public transportation we would be interested in hearing from anybody passing through the Roscoe Village area who would like to carpool--figure two fat folks and a cooler.

Wendy + 1
Contribution is TBD