Picnicking is a great outdoor tradition that can be done anytime of year. A romantic winter picnic, a green springtime picnic, a casual summer picnic, and a colorful fall picnic. It's also a perfect way to connect with friends and family in outdoor settings.
Choosing the right picnic spot is easy, just keep your eyes open while out on your daliy routine. Any place that you can sit down comfortably and relax, preferably with a good view, can make for a perfect picnic (check your local parks). One of my favorite spots for those of you who want an Urban Adventure, is a rooftop observation or a high rise balcony. This makes for a very romantic and spontenous getaway.
A perfect picnic is not complete without a picnic basket filled with all of the essentials (William Sonoma's Wine Lovers Picnic Basket $200 at www.williams-sonoma.com). Keep your picnic simple, don't choose complicated foods. Choose finger foods that are creative and fun . If you're planning a romantic picnic, wine or champagne with fruit and cheese is always a nice touch, but don't forget your wine glasses, cheese knives and bottle opener. For a more casual feel, sandwiches, chips and sodas are fine. Looking for a rustic theme? Try slices of cold roast beef, focaccia bread, dried fruit or trail mix and iced tea. For winter picnics, bring a a loaf of crusty bread and a thermos of your favorite soup. A second thermos of the hot chocolate will go perfectly with fresh baked brownies!
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