It’s National Picnic Month so naturally, we had to plan our own little spread! I am spending SO much time outdoors these days, and I am loving it. For all my fellow work-from-home folks, you may feel slightly stir-crazy being confined in your same four walls all day and just have to get outside whenever you can (who’s with me?!) I am loving the excuse to take my spread outside, the challenge of getting creative with entertaining and spending more time in the sunshine – because hey, we have to make lemonade out of lemons – right?
For those of you with kiddos, I am sure backyard hangs, fort-building, camping and all the outdoor activities are right up your alley these days, and what a positive opportunity to expose the family to nature and getting back to our roots.
When it comes to entertaining, we are having mostly social-distance style BBQ’s – it’s easy, casual, and we feel comfortable outside at a safe distance from our closest family and friends while maintaining some level of social and connectivity. One thing I love doing lately to spruce up the week and adding a date night into the mix within my own household is setting up a simple picnic at our local park. We grab our favorite items and just relax in the sun, play some light music and unwind after our day while snacking on some yummy foods and refreshing drinks. It doesn’t always have to be glamorous – sometimes we admittedly just bring a box of Wheat Thins, cheese and an apple or two! But, the opportunity to make it look extra special sometimes brings back the ambiance of a restaurant setting to our own very backyard!
There you have it! Those are our top picks and essentials for planning a summer picnic. Gather the troops and get packing for your next outdoor adventure, and let us know how it goes in the comments below!
For those of you with kiddos, I am sure backyard hangs, fort-building, camping and all the outdoor activities are right up your alley these days, and what a positive opportunity to expose the family to nature and getting back to our roots.
When it comes to entertaining, we are having mostly social-distance style BBQ’s – it’s easy, casual, and we feel comfortable outside at a safe distance from our closest family and friends while maintaining some level of social and connectivity. One thing I love doing lately to spruce up the week and adding a date night into the mix within my own household is setting up a simple picnic at our local park. We grab our favorite items and just relax in the sun, play some light music and unwind after our day while snacking on some yummy foods and refreshing drinks. It doesn’t always have to be glamorous – sometimes we admittedly just bring a box of Wheat Thins, cheese and an apple or two! But, the opportunity to make it look extra special sometimes brings back the ambiance of a restaurant setting to our own very backyard!
So, whether you’re planning a date night with your partner in the backyard, the local park, or even a fun afternoon lunch with your kiddos – here are our top picnic ‘picks’ to include in your next outing!
- KORU Apples – Talk about a refreshing snack on a warm day. Our KORU apples exude what summertime should feel like. They’re sweet like sugar, crunchy, juicy, and last forever! You can snag these well before you plan a picnic and always have them readily available for your next spontaneous spread. Pack them whole or slice them beforehand and store in Tupperware along with a scoop or two of creamy PB.
- Picnic Blanket – or a towel, tablecloth – anything to keep you comfortable!
- Cheese & Crackers – Because who doesn’t like an assortment of fresh cheeses to pair with fresh fruits and savory salamis? I personally love anything peppery – I encourage you to step out of your comfort zone with your cheese options when planning your next spread. There are so many varieties and fun flavors that pair wonderfully with different wines and fresh fruits!
- Cherries & Stone Fruit – What’s summertime without seasonal fruits like cherries, peaches and apricots? All these fruits not only make your spread pop with color, but they’re so refreshing to snack on and pair amazingly with your cheese, crackers and meat selections.
- Bluetooth Speaker – Food AND entertainment? We’re there! We personally enjoy having music play softly in the background during our picnics.
- Reliable Cooler or Picnic Basket – You want to make sure your beverages stay cool, right? We also love bringing Koozies for our drinks.
- Nuts & Dried Fruit – The fresh stuff is best, but we like options! I am currently all about dried figs and marcona almonds, and always have a stash ready for picnics.
- Pack the Essentials – This includes utensils, glasses, corkscrew, bottle opener, plates, trash bags and napkins. Not so glamorous but always helpful to be prepared.
There you have it! Those are our top picks and essentials for planning a summer picnic. Gather the troops and get packing for your next outdoor adventure, and let us know how it goes in the comments below!