Buy a large rectangular, plastic storage container. Wrap a large table cloth around the container and fill it with ice. Then nestle bowls and serving trays in the ice. Be sure to pack the ice around each serving vessels.
How do you keep food covered outside?
Cover Dishes with Plastic Wrap When transporting outdoor party food, keep everything fresh by wrapping it with plastic wrap. Plastic wrap also is a good idea to keep food covered until ready to eat.
How do you serve food outside?
- LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Thoughtful placement will keep the food fresh and your guests well-fed. …
- SET UP A SEPARATE DRINK STATION. …
- REST COLD SALADS ON ICE. …
- PUT CONDIMENTS ON BOTH SIDES OF THE BUFFET. …
- SET OUT TONGS SO GUESTS CAN SNAP UP FOOD WITH ONE HAND.
