FOOD & DRINK
POSH PICNICS
REVEL IN SOME OUTDOOR DINING PLEASURES By Melanie Carden
icnic season has arrived with all its storybook bliss. Find a quiet woodland grove, or perhaps a lively park, and indulge in the elegance of outdoor dining. Picnicking is imbued with wonder and timelessness. So, go ahead and make some snacks and take to the grass with these posh picnic provisions. MAJESTIC WICKER PERFECT PIE Al fresco dining at-the-ready—plates, flatware, and the everimportant wine glasses. Frontgate’s Belmont Picnic Basket makes it a breeze with this perfectly designed, classic picnic basket. It even has a zippered cooler compartment. Info: frontgate.com.
Piedaho makes scrumptious homemade pies. They offer a dozen varieties including classic strawberry rhubarb, inspired edible flower berry, and savory veggie galette. Keep one in the freezer for impromptu picnic outings. Info: piedaho.com.
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Packing your picnic food in U-Konserve’s containers is as classy as it is organized. The see-through lids allow for an Instagramworthy presentation—even before you unpack your goodies. Info: ukonserve.com.
Picnic tip: keep an al fresco-ready blanket in your car. Coalatree’s Kachula Adventure Blanket is coated to keep you dry and protect from spills. Spontaneous rain showers? Use the removable water-resistant hood to convert it to an emergency poncho! Info: coalatree.com.
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