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Salad Jars - an unforgettable picnic treat created by Butler’s Pantry’s executive chef, Greg Ziegenfuss sophisticated take on salad that can become the star of the menu. Just place dressing in the bottom of a jar, add a layer of tomatoes or root vegetables like carrots or beets, which can benefit from marinating in the dressing. Top with greens. “You can dump the jarred salads on a plate if you like, but they are designed to be eaten from the jar. Just shake it or turn it upside down to toss, open and eat. A picnic salad is great served with grilled or smoked salmon,” Ziegenfuss said. Impromptu picnics are a favorite of Patrick O’Brien, Cedar Lake Cellars’ kitchen manager, who oversees the newly revamped, lakeside Smokehouse and The Marketplace, located in the winery’s tasting bar. Both operations offer a variety of foods that are perfect for lounging lakeside with a bottle of wine. O’Brien’s perfect vineyard-themed picnic involves creating a balanced menu that includes foods made for easy nibbling. “The Marketplace features local meats and cheeses - all core items SAVVY I SOPHISTICATED I SASSY 59