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Yep, there's definitely going to be a learning curve.
Incidentally, I don't remember the exhaust temp of those engines offhand, but I'm thinking that it might be a tad too high for gourmet-class cooking.
Besides, I've heard rumors that they get all bent out of shape if they catch someone out on a wing.
Tex
It is suspected that some of the hardest material known to science can be found in the skulls of GI specialists who insist that diet has nothing to do with the treatment of microscopic colitis.
Joe
i carried liquids and containers with liquids thanks to the doctors letter i carried.
i thought you did this last time??
i also made sure that my itinerary had stated that 'specialist meal request are not guarenteed'
as long as you are only take 1 or 2 meals worth of stuff you will be ok.
Gabes Ryan
"Anything that contradicts experience and logic should be abandoned"
Dalai Lama
Gabes I had the doctors note and my other card... but I did not carry any liquids I stuck with tea, water and I checked their apple juice which for that trip worked out OK.
I figured we would get some response with the Aussie language discussion
Another trip to Australia? You're an adventurous guy!
Here are suggestions from my 12-hour trip to Hawaii last November. You're in survival mode while travelling and can't expect to eat foods with optimal nutrition.
Lunch: turkey sandwich and corn chips.
Snack: rice cakes and almond butter packaged in small, sealed packets.
Dinner: Sealed package of Boar's Head ham, cooked rice and a muffin.
If I could eat fruit, I would carry on a frozen package of fruit and eat it once it defrosted.
I skipped bringing cooked veggies because the ones I can eat are pretty unappetizing when cold.
If I could eat potatoes, I might consider making a potato salad. I don't think the mayo will spoil if it doesn't contain eggs.
Breakfast: You're able to carry on 3 - 3oz. containers of liquid (mine was almond milk). You could use the milk with GF cereal the next morning. It shouldn't spoil. You also could eat a muffin or two for breakfast with the leftover ham. I can't eat eggs, so my options are probably different from yours. Bacon is another meat that won't spoil.
Gloria
You never know what you can do until you have to do it.
Think you misunderstood - I didn't suggest taking any liquids on the plane. You could freeze a precooked chicken breast (or steak or whatever) and it will be fine for a few hours. When you get on the plane you could ask for ice (for the hot water bottle) so if you want to keep your food at a safe temp for a longer period you could place the meat in a bag with the hot water bottle that is now a cold pack. Also the canned chicken with the pop top may not be gourmet treat, but it will work in a pinch and also gets by security.
Mary Beth
"If you believe it will work out, you'll see opportunities. If you believe it won't you will see obstacles." - Dr. Wayne Dyer
Gloria thanks for your list. You know I did not think of a sandwich, what type of GF/SF bread do you use. I was thinking of Udi's but that also needs to be kept refrigerated... I think? You buy it frozen. How long can that stay out?
Overall a good sandwich would be great. I did not know you could bring (3) 3oz containers. I can eat bananas and did eat about 8 of them each way last time.
I had tried some of the nut butters during the last trip and they did not settle that well, no major problems but I was cautious. Now that I have had some time on the Imuran I might be able to try those again, they were tasty when spread onto a rice cake.
Overall I am just trying to get a reasonably filling meal that will help during meal times when everything smells so good. I certainly can go without the protein for a day, this is just to satisfy the protein desires at meal times.
I make my own bread and I've had it last for several days when I've travelled. It gets dry, but doesn't spoil. I don't use any eggs, so there isn't really anything in it that can spoil quickly. I don't use egg in my salad dressing, either, so it's safe unrefrigerated for a while, too.
Gloria
You never know what you can do until you have to do it.
The GF breads are kept frozen because they're usually shipped a long way, and they're not fast sellers, so the freezing extends their shelf life. As Gloria says, it will dry out, but it won't spoil for a while. Putting the slices in ziploc bags, and not opening them until you're ready to use them, should help to retain the moisture.
Tex
It is suspected that some of the hardest material known to science can be found in the skulls of GI specialists who insist that diet has nothing to do with the treatment of microscopic colitis.
My store sells Udi's unfrozen and I do not keep it frozen - however in fridge - once it is open. You should be fine and if you can, I would add a bit of GF mustard to the sandwich and it would not be so dry.
Love, Maggie
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I would assume that most GF bread is made without any preservatives, so it's not going to have the shelf life of conventional breads, but it should last as well as most any homemade bread, especially if you keep it cool, as Maggie suggested, and make an effort to prevent it from drying out, or use a spread to counteract some of the drying.
Tex
It is suspected that some of the hardest material known to science can be found in the skulls of GI specialists who insist that diet has nothing to do with the treatment of microscopic colitis.
Good points.. I am liking the idea of a good hearty sandwich on the plane. I think working on this early like this will give me time to test the ideas. Since last April, I have not strayed too far from sticky rice with chicken, lamb or fish and a well cooked veggie for just about every meal. It would be great to have a sandwich added to the menu.
Hi Joe, thanks for sharing all your preparations with us. I'm going on a little trip in May (nothing like yours) but it is helpful to revisit this topic and helps us all plan better and feel more confident when we venture out of our comfort zones. I don't have anything new to contribute, but it helps me a lot to read it. JoAnn
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Yep, there's definitely going to be a learning curve. 
