If you have a long journey by rail, you need to think in advance what items and products to bring with you. The necessary things make any trip much more comfortable, make you feel comfortable and cozy. One of the important stages of overcoming long distances on any transport is the preparation of food and drink on the road.
In this article we will consider what to take on a train, how to organize meals in transport, what foods and drinks to prepare. After all, it is very important not only to fully feed the family, but also to avoid food poisoning and other problems with the gastrointestinal tract.
What can I take on a train from food?
If you have a trip in the cold season, you can not worry too much - all the stored products will not go bad too quickly. But if you travel in the summer, then because of the intense heat, the likelihood that the provisions will become unusable increases significantly. Therefore, we advise you to dine in the dining car in the hot season. So, let's look at what to take on a train to eat.
If you plan to take meat products, then it is advisable to purchase sliced in a vacuum package or uncooked smoked sausage. Treat all sausages with extreme caution, it is they that most often cause poisoning. It’s better not to take sausage, sausages, meat with you at all. If you want to take chicken or eggs, then they should be eaten at the very beginning of the trip, literally after sending the composition! We advise you to bring instant mashed potatoes, instant noodles, soups in glasses, boiled porridge with boiling water (oatmeal, 5 cereals) or cereal. Titanium with hot water always works in any car, so you can easily provide yourself and your family a hot dinner.
If children travel with you, do not forget to take breakfast cereals or cornflakes, which are enough to pour juice. Then you do not have to think about what to feed your child for breakfast. Do not forget about bakery products: crackers, dryers, crackers and whole grain bread crumbs are perfect for a long trip. They will not go bad and will be delicious throughout the journey. If you want to take regular bread, buy sliced or cut it in advance. In no case do not make sandwiches at home - they will instantly become inedible. What to take on a train? take fruits and vegetables. They should be washed and wiped well in advance. It is convenient to put fruits and vegetables in a plastic container so that they do not crumple. Do not cut them into slices, as they will quickly disappear. From fruits, we recommend taking apples, strong, without dents. Soft and juicy pears, peaches or any berries will quickly turn into an unappetizing mass. From vegetables - cucumbers, tomatoes and bell peppers. You should not use onions and garlic on the train, remember that you are not alone in the car.
What to take on a train for snacks?
The most optimal snacking options are dried fruits, nuts, seeds. They will not deteriorate in the heat and perfectly satisfy your hunger. Cookies can also be taken with you, but it is worth choosing without chocolate, glaze, jam or other ingredients that can deteriorate. You should not take chocolates with you, they will melt and stick together. As for dairy products, it is undesirable to take them on the road, because they very quickly become unusable. Maximum - buy some yogurts (with a long shelf life) and eat them at the beginning of the trip.
What to take on the train from drinks?
To ensure a comfortable trip, you need to think about what drinks to take with you. Of course, you can not do without water. Take plain drinking water, no gas. Do not forget about tea, take along a small package of tea bags. If you like coffee or cocoa, buy a few bags of these instant drinks. For children, it is advisable to take juice, it is more convenient to buy a capacity of 0.2 l with tubes. Do not take alcoholic drinks on the train, especially strong ones. Do not overshadow the rest of the compartment neighbors! Be mutually polite. Have a good trip!