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Food Ideas For A Picnic

Last month was me and my partner’s four year anniversary. We wanted to do something special and low key. We had done restaurants, theme parks and even bungee jumping the previous years so we were stuck for ideas.

Of course there have been many occasions where we had eaten together outside, on the beach and at the park, but we came to realise that we had never had a “proper” picnic. So this how we came to the idea, we decided to have a posh picnic in the countryside, among the beautiful green fields and the abundant forest. Our motto was “four years and more years” so this had to be something special!

Of course, you may be looking for ideas for a family picnic, or perhaps you want a no fuss picnic. Whatever picnic you are planning, here are some ideas.

Romantic Picnic Menu

Since this was a special romantic occasion, we decided to include red and pink in our menu and our favourite finger food for that no fuss yet special factor. We also opted to bring champagne flutes, but make sure to wrap them up, so you don’t break them!

Drink for romantic picnic

Pink champagne

Food for romantic picnic

• French bread
• Artichoke hearts
• Avocado
• Ripe cherry tomatoes
• A selection of fine cheeses
• Cured Italian sausage

Dessert for romantic picnic

• Strawberries
• Raspberries

Of course, this was our idea of a perfect romantic picnic, for your perfect romantic picnic, splash out on your favourite foods and revel in the romance!

If you are looking for ideas for a family picnic, why not try the ideas below.

Family Picnic Menu

Picnics really do please everyone. The kids can enjoy the outdoors and the fun food and the adults can soak up the sun and delight in some wine and good conversation, so here are some suggestions that will keep the whole family happy!

Drink for family picnic

Kids- Home made lemonade- why not get the kids involved in making it the day before, get them squeezing those lemons!

Adults- Nothing beats a good old bottle of wine!

Don’t forget to bring lots of water, as everyone will get thirsty from all that play in the sun!

Food for family picnic

Kids- Children love classic homemade sandwiches! Make up their favourites, from peanut butter and banana, to cheese and pickle, whatever they like- get them involved in making them!

Adults- Why not make things simple and stick to sandwiches, the adult versions can be more creative: cream cheese and salmon, classic BLT’s or mozzarella, tomato and avocado.

Dessert for family picnic

Kids- Home made cookies!! Again, this is something they will love getting involved in making!

Adults- Home made cookies! You are never too old for home made cookies!

No Fuss Easy On the Pocket Menu

A no fuss picnic can include pretty much anything! How about humous, zaziki and other dips pre- bought? These are cheap, involve no preparation and the only other thing you need are some vegetable sticks, such as carrots, cucumber and celery. You can bring a bag of chips, to double up the use of dips!

Whatever you decide to bring to your picnic, you are guaranteed to have a lovely time! Enjoy the outdoors and picnic away!

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