8 Hacks for Your Long Weekend Getaway (+ The Secret to Easy Cottage Breakfasts)
There’s something special about the first long weekend of the season.
The car is packed, the cooler is full, and everyone is already dreaming about dockside coffees, campfires, card games, and slow mornings at the cottage.
Whether you're heading to the lake, camping under the stars, or escaping to a cozy cabin, one thing is certain: good food makes the weekend even better.
The best getaway meals are simple, comforting, and easy to prepare—so you spend less time cooking and more time enjoying the moments that matter.
To help you make the most of your Victoria Day long weekend (and every summer escape after that), here are eight practical hacks to simplify your trip.
And yes, one of them includes what might become your new cottage craving: Lazy Daisy Foods Bake-at-Home Buttermilk Biscuits.
1. Prep Your Meals Before You Leave
A little prep at home can make a huge difference once you arrive.
Wash and chop vegetables, marinate meats, prepare salads, and portion snacks into containers. If you’re making burgers or kebabs, shape and season everything in advance.
When meal prep is done ahead of time, you’ll spend more time relaxing and less time searching for ingredients.
2. Freeze What You Can
Frozen foods act like built-in ice packs.
Freeze meats, soups, chili, and even water bottles to help keep your cooler cold for longer. As they thaw, they’re ready to cook.
This saves space and reduces the amount of loose ice you need to pack.
3. Pack a “First Night” Dinner
After a long drive, no one wants to tackle a complicated meal.
Bring ingredients for something quick and satisfying like grilled sausages, burgers, chili, or soup.
Having an easy first dinner lets everyone settle in and start enjoying the weekend right away.
4. Use Bins Instead of Bags
Clear storage bins make organizing your cottage kitchen much easier.
Pack one for pantry staples, one for snacks, and another for cooking utensils and supplies.
No more digging through grocery bags looking for the salt.
5. Bring a Better Breakfast Shortcut
Mornings at the cottage should feel easy, but that doesn’t mean you have to settle for ordinary.
Lazy Daisy Bake-at-Home Buttermilk Biscuits are made with simple, wholesome ingredients like real Canadian butter, with no preservatives and nothing artificial.
Bake them up at the cottage for breakfast - just 30 minutes in a 350 oven or 20 in an air fryer or, you can pre-bake them before your trip if you’re going camping. Keep reading for some tips on how to warm the biscuits over a grill or campfire.
Now, with buttery biscuits in hand, all you need to do is slice them open and build delicious breakfast sandwiches with your favourite toppings:
- Crispy bacon
- Fried or scrambled eggs
- Cheddar cheese
- Fresh tomato slices
- Peppery arugula
- Creamy avocado
- Breakfast sausage
- Hot honey or a dollop of jam
You get all the comfort of homemade biscuits with ingredients you can feel good about—and almost no effort once you’re away.
6. Create a Simple Cooking Schedule
If you’re heading to the cottage or campsite with friends, one of the easiest ways to keep meals stress-free is to plan ahead. Before the weekend begins, decide who will be responsible for each meal and what everyone should bring. For example, one person might handle Friday night dinner, another takes care of Saturday breakfast, and someone else brings snacks or drinks. Knowing in advance who’s cooking what means fewer duplicate groceries, less last-minute confusion, and more time to relax and enjoy the weekend together. Plus, everyone shares the responsibility, so no one feels stuck doing all the work while everyone else is out enjoying cottage season.
7. Plan for Rainy Day Comfort Food
A rainy afternoon at the cottage is the perfect excuse for cozy food.
Bring ingredients for soup, stew, or chili so you can enjoy a warm meal no matter what the weather does.
Add a warmed biscuit on the side and suddenly the rainy day feels like part of the charm.
8. Keep One “Wow” Item in Your Cooler
You don’t need to make every meal elaborate.
One standout item can make the entire weekend feel extra special.
Whether it’s homemade dessert, a beautiful cheese board, or warm buttermilk biscuits for breakfast sandwiches, a simple touch can turn an ordinary meal into a memorable one.
Check out some of our previous blogs jam-packed with ideas that can help you whip up insanely tasty (“Wow” factor) eats at the cottage using our Bake-at-Home Buttermilk Biscuits.
6 Buttermilk Biscuit Sandwich Ideas
Tip: How to Warm Biscuits on the Grill or Over a Campfire
If you’ve baked our delicious biscuits at home (350 oven for 30 minutes or 20 minutes in air fryer on high), reheating them outdoors is easy.
On the Grill
- Slice pre-baked biscuits in half.
- Place on the upper rack or indirect heat.
- Warm for 5–10 minutes until heated through.
- Top with butter or your favourite goodies.
Over a Campfire
- Wrap biscuits in foil.
- Place near hot coals, not direct flames.
- Turn occasionally and heat for 5–8 minutes.
Easy Ways to Serve Your Biscuits Outdoors
Lazy Daisy Foods Buttermilk Biscuits are incredibly versatile.
Breakfast Sandwiches
Eggs, bacon, cheese, tomato, avocado, and arugula.
With Soup or Chili
Perfect for dipping.
Strawberry Shortcake
Top with fresh strawberries and whipped cream.
Butter and Jam
Simple and classic.
Alongside BBQ
A delicious side for grilled meats.
Why Lazy Daisy Buttermilk Biscuits Are Your New Cottage Craving
There’s something undeniably comforting about warm biscuits at the cottage. Buttery, flaky, and nostalgic, they have a way of turning simple ingredients into memorable meals and making slow mornings feel extra special. Whether you’re sipping coffee on the dock, gathering around the campfire, or enjoying breakfast on the deck, biscuits just belong.
Lazy Daisy’s Bake-at-Home Buttermilk Biscuits are made with real Canadian butter, all-natural ingredients, and no preservatives, making them an easy and wholesome addition to any long weekend getaway. Bake them at home before you leave, warm them up on the grill or over the campfire, and turn them into unforgettable breakfast sandwiches with eggs, bacon, cheese, avocado, tomato, or arugula.
At the end of the day, cottage season is all about slowing down, soaking up the fresh air, and sharing simple, delicious meals with the people you love.