Finally, the warm season has returned, when you can relax in the fresh air. A great idea for a sunny day – a picnic in a cozy place under a shady tree! There’s no need to plan ahead – a sudden outdoor meal can be a lot of fun and surprisingly easy. Whether you’re on the road or working indoors, there’s a way for you to get out for a picnic and warm up in the warm spring sun.
You are on a trip. Why not stop for a picnic?
Take a break from a long drive by stopping for a bite to eat at a roadside rest area. A picnic is not necessarily a full basket of varied foods. Enough and just sandwiches prepared for a snack on the road! If you don’t have food to take with you, look for groceries at the nearest grocery store. Make your picnic cozy by sitting at a fold-out table or spreading a blanket over the hood of your car.
Morning picnic in the backyard.
The quiet hours of the morning are a great time to lay out a picnic blanket in the clearing near your home. The very idea of a picnic seems to make mealtime magical, especially in the eyes of children. Pour tea or coffee into a thermos and prepare a simple breakfast for the whole family. For example, you can prepare porridge with berries and nuts in advance, pour water or milk over oatmeal at night, or tofu omelet, or muffins, or just snack on fresh fruit. Serve breakfast on a tray (easier than carrying everything in a basket) and enjoy a warm and pleasant morning.
Treat your significant other with a sunset picnic in the park.
It may seem hackneyed, but everyone will be happy to have a picnic in the park. Surprise your special someone with an unforgettable evening with a picnic in the park at sunset. Find a comfortable spot with a view of the western sky in advance, and you can prepare your groceries that same evening by simply stopping by the store along the way. You won’t need much – crackers and vegan cheese, sweets and wine will be enough. But don’t forget a big warm blanket and bug spray! Also bring candles or a flashlight with you to continue enjoying the picnic and socializing after sunset.
Spend your lunch break outside.
A picnic is not necessarily a day off or a holiday. Going out for lunch during a break during the working day is also a great idea. Find a picnic table, public park, or just a cozy clearing near your office. Bring food that doesn’t need to be reheated – salad, sandwiches, raw vegetables and sauce, and fresh fruit. Also bring a small blanket and a book with you if you’re dining alone, or invite a colleague to join you.
Have an indoor picnic.
On days when the weather is not conducive to having a picnic outside, you can sit comfortably with blankets and candles on the floor in the living room. Invite friends or people close to you and enjoy the meal – because the kitchen with a choice of dishes is at your fingertips! Watch movies while snacking on popcorn or vegan pizza, or treat yourself to traditional picnic foods like sandwiches or sweets. And if there are a lot of people, you can have fun playing board games!