“I transform ordinary ingredients into picnic recipes that survive real-world conditions, delivering joy and safety far beyond the kitchen.”
Hi, I’m Sarah Mitchell, a 38-year-old food specialist from Portland, Oregon. I spent years in a professional test kitchen, but my true passion emerged after a soggy, hot picnic incident turned me into an outdoor dining evangelist. Now, I run the ‘Pack & Picnic’ blog, sharing recipes that are rigorously tested against real-world factors: bumpy car rides, unpredictable Northwest weather, and the ultimate test my picky 7-year-old, Liam. I’m obsessive about the ‘danger zone’ temperatures, durable ingredients (like farro over rice!), and finding the perfect containers. Join me as we conquer the cooler, minimize stress, and elevate your next outdoor meal!
🔗Portland, Oregon, USA
🏠Married
🎓Culinary school graduate, French Culinary Institute, New York (2011)
🏅Credibility & Awards
- ✅Former Test Kitchen Assistant (2013-2017)
- ✅Bon Appétit (Online Contributor)
- ✅Food52 Contributor
- ✅Serious Eats Contributor
- ✅Owner/Editor: Pack & Picnic Blog (45K monthly readers)
Call to Action
Don’t just cook for the kitchen; cook for the adventure. Join me and pack your perfect picnic!