• National Trail Mix Day - August 31, 2018 Everyone loves a great snack break at a meeting and the concept of ‘build your own’ and ‘make your own’ keep attendees active and mingling. In honor of National Trail Mix Day, here are some items you may want to have at your next break, so your attendees can mix and mingle. |
Legumes: peanuts, soybeans
Dried fruit: cranberries, raisins, apples, pineapple, banana, strawberries
Chocolate: M&Ms, chocolate chips
Seeds: pumpkin, sunflower, sesame
Crunchy carbs: pretzels, corn chips, rye crisps
Cereal: granola, Cheerios, Chex
Sweet extras: mini marshmallows, chocolate covered coffee beans, yogurt covered fruit
Savory items: wasabi peas, dried ginger,
Seasoning: sea salt, curry, cinnamon
This is just the tip of the trail, so to speak, to help you start thinking. Prepare your items based on your budget and any potential attendee allergies. Create a few recipes to fit your meeting or event theme and post for those who like directions. Provide small cups or baggies to hold each individual’s mix of choice to take to the next session. Enjoy!
A few recipes you may like:
Traditional: peanuts, raisins, M&Ms
Asian Spice: almonds, wasabi peas, sesame seeds, dried ginger, Chex cereal
Beach Bum: macadamia nuts, white chocolate chips, dried pineapple, coconut flakes
Autumn Bliss: almonds, pecans, maple granola, dark chocolate chips, dried cranberries
Banana Split: dried banana chips, dried strawberries, dried pineapple, cashews, peanuts, pumpkin seeds, chocolate chips