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A picnic is a great way to get everyone together in the fresh air. It may seem like a normal summer activity but after being under lockdown and quarantine, everyone is craving fresh air and warm sunshine. Why not take advantage of a warm, sunny day to spend a few hours outdoors? Here’s a guide that will help you get your delicious picnic food onto a blanket and enjoy the outdoors.
You may be a keen outdoor enthusiast, but this could be the first time that you have done something like this. We have also provided some useful tips to keep the food warm and safe, as well as free of bugs. Our handy guide will make your first picnic in the summer as fun and easy as possible.
What Food Should I Take to a Picnic with My Family?
It’s not necessary to be an expert in order to pack a picnic basket full of tasty food for your children. What you choose to bring depends on the amount of time you have available and how far you plan to travel. Bring warm or cold food, but be careful when packing and storing.
Cold foods can be prepared and consumed outdoors more easily. Cold picnic foods include:
- Wraps are delicious when served cold
- Pre-cut finger foods that are easy to pack with your favorite dip
- Sandwiches
- Fruit or a ready-made fruit salad for the season
- A cold and refreshing pasta salad
- Potato salad
- Fried chicken
- Fresh lemonade
You can buy these in your local grocery store deli if you are spontaneous or have little time. Why not let your kids get involved since this is a trip for the family? You can fill tortillas and make sandwiches together. It takes more time to make potato salad with fried chicken, but the classic dish is worth it. Fried chicken is served cold or hot.
You can choose to serve warm food at your picnic if you want everyone to be happy. You can include the following foods in your picnic:
- Baked beans
- Muffins, muffins and other baked products
- Hot dogs
- Hamburgers
- Pizza
- Hot chocolate or tea
Prepare the hot food as soon as possible before the picnic. The food will stay warmer and fresher for longer.
What Food Should I Take to a Romantic Picnic
These ideas are great for a picnic with the family. If you’re planning a picnic with someone special, go for something romantic and serve small, fancy bites rather than the classics. You don’t have to be an expert in the culinary arts to impress.
Here are some ideas for picnic foods that you may want to consider when planning a romantic picnic.
- Small sandwiches with cherry tomatos and basil
- Avocado Bruschetta
- Apricots, cherries strawberries and pineapple – all in bite-sized size
- Pasta salad
- Spinach and Feta Muffins
- Chocolate
- Wine
Bring other romantic food to your picnic. You can ask your date to tell you what they enjoy eating and then make a portable and compact version. You can find small versions of almost any food. Just pack it very carefully. Bring a tablecloth or blanket and enjoy the nature.
If you don’t want to use a picnic basket, place these into a backpack.
Keep Picnic Food Safe and Warm
How do I keep picnic food warm?
You might think it’s difficult to keep your picnic food warm without a camp stove. There are also other portable options, such as thermal bags, thermoses, and warming plates. Some warming plates are made of natural stones, and they can remain warm for several hours after being placed in the microwave.
Insulated picnic baskets and heat packs are also good ideas. If you heat up aluminum foil just before leaving, it will keep food warm.
Did you know that coolers can also keep food warm? Portable coolers can be used for camping, travel, and longer picnics because of their insulation.
There are many insulated bowls and containers that can be used to keep picnic food warm while traveling a long distance. If you are hiking far from home for a picnic, don’t forget to purchase a hiking bag.
How Can I Keep Flies Away from a Picnic and Bees?
All of us have dealt with insects like flies and bees that love to eat the food we’ve carefully prepared for picnics. Wasps, bumblebees and ants are among the most annoying (and notorious) insects. Things can get out of control if you’re not paying attention.
We’ve put together some helpful tips to help you protect your food from insects.
- Avoid areas that have wet grass, as this attracts insects and mosquitoes.
- When outdoors, citrus scents can be used to deter insects.
- Some natural products such as onion, vanilla and mint can also repel insects.
- Wear neutral colors or white clothes instead of bright colors and floral patterns.
- You can set up a special area where you can dispose of sweet food leftovers. This will prevent insects from feeding on you.
- Use a portable fan, since insects will not fly in the wind.
Wearing sun hats and clothing that protects you from the sun is a great idea. You’ll enjoy your picnic more if you wear neutral-colored outdoor clothing that is designed to perform. You won’t have to worry about sweating or overheating. Browse our The One ™ collection of lightweight outerwear that is top-notch for both men and women.
How do I keep my picnic food safe?
Remember to first wash all produce before packing it for your picnic. The same goes for cutlery and plates. Use separate plates and utensils if you are planning to grill meats or seafood.
If not stored correctly, some picnic foods can spoil very quickly. Food should not be left out at temperatures over 90 degrees F for more than one hour. Coolers, ice and frozen gel packs can be used to keep cold food cool.
Choose Your Picnic Location in the Wild
All that is left to do after reading these tips and ideas is choose the location of your picnic.
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