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Here are 6 easy tips to ensure that your outdoor picnic is the event of the summer.
This post is sponsored by Mackenzie-Childs , As always, all thoughts an ideas are entirely my own.
We have been spending so much time outside recently and one of our favorite things to do during the summer months is to have an outdoor picnic. Nothing beats spending an evening outdoors, invite your besties, or have a family night in your own backyard. Enjoy an outdoor picnic while dining on tasty nibbles, refreshing cocktails, and talking the night away.
My littles have been asking me to have an outdoor picnic for weeks! They love the idea of packing a basket, and sitting outdoors on a blanket. I treated them to a mommy and daughter date night and I set up an outdoor picnic of their dreams.
Setting up a perfect outdoor summer picnic, is not only fun but it can be so simple! Today I am sharing some of my favorite tips and tricks to create the a picnic to remember!
Picnic blankets create a cozy vibe! They protect your food and your self from the outdoor elements. If you are in your backyard, consider using an outdoor rug.
This is when the fun part comes in! Adding pillows, balloons, poufs, hanging lanterns and more can make your outdoor picnic become a magical dream.
Let’s not forget the outdoor DIY tent to create a cozy atmosphere. Use a wire or string and a 2 king sheets to make your own outdoor tent! Add clothespins to the top to secure the sheets in place.
Every picnic has a picnic basket or cooler to bring along all the essentials! I love this boat tote from Mackenzie-Childs. Not only is it practical but it is oh so pretty!
Buy a bouquet at the farmer’s market or the local grocery store. Then, display them in a vase or large bowl to add a sweet and elegant touch to the picnic.
The food is the most important part when planning your picnic. Set out the perfect picnic spread by selecting things that are easy to share and eat. Think finger foods, fresh vegetables and fruits, and small appetizers.
Don’t forget to make sure your food is colorful, too. Cheese board are my favorite things to make for any party!
For a fun treat, I packed ready to eat ice cream sundaes that was the perfect end to the evening.
Selecting the right lighting can bring your outdoor summer picnic to the next level. Add battery operated twinkle lights to create a cozy and magical vibe. When the sun sets, outdoor lights will create a touch of elegance to your evening.
An outdoor summer picnic is the perfect way to enjoy an evening at home this summer. The girls and I had a night to remember and they can not wait to do it again!
Below I added some of my favorite picnic essentials from Mackenzie-Childs for your shopping convenience:
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Picnics are the perfect way to entertain during the summer —and while store-bought salads and snacks are great, you can always splurge on a special themed picnic menu that'll elevate your outdoor eating . Whether you're enjoying an outdoor concert and fireworks, or spending the day at the beach with the kids, we have the perfect picnic food ideas for you. (And don't be afraid to mix and match dishes from these picnic menus to create your perfect meal!)

A rustic, Italian-style meal al fresco is heavy on fresh produce. You can also include an antipasto spread with meat, cheese, olives, and roasted veggies to snack on.

Want an easy way to do individual servings for your picnic? Try these hearty flatbreads with fresh mozzarella, baby arugula, and pesto-tossed rotisserie chicken nestled inside. Pair these sandwiches with any of your favorite veggies (or even some pasta salad) and you're good to go!

Bread salad? Yes, please! This version has grilled bread, pieces of meaty eggplant, slices of Manchego cheese, and plenty of cherry tomatoes. It's all tied together courtesy of a bright, lemony vinaigrette.

This elevated take on a classic caprese salad swaps out tomatoes and mozzarella for nectarines and burrata, respectively. An easily pickled onion, fresh mint leaves, and salty Marcona almonds complete this colorful spread.

Try a traditional Italian dessert with a tart, summer-perfect flavor profile—the crostata won't get too messy if you're picnicking on a warm day. If you're not a raspberry fan, use peach or blueberry jam instead.

Splurge on high-quality olive oil and fresh-from-the-farm nectarines or peaches for this simply delicious picnic dessert.

Many classic picnic recipes use the kinds of foods that kids really like. But if you have picky eaters at your picnic, opt for a grazing menu with kid-friendly options like cheese and crackers, fresh fruit, and other goodies they can pick and choose from. Sandwiches also make good kid-friendly picnic food—you can always leave off any ingredients that your little ones won't eat.

Even the pickiest of eaters won't be able to resist the classic combo of crispy bacon, crunchy lettuce, and fresh tomato slices. This version of a BLT also calls for creamy avocado slices and a savory garlic mayo, but you can easily omit any components that your kids don't like.

Ditch the classic PB&J for this fun toast that's packed with bold colors and a variety of textures. While this might not be the easiest item to travel with, try wrapping it in tin foil or plastic wrap to keep all of the ingredients secure.

Cheese, tomatoes, pasta—this summery salad includes all the kid-favorite ingredients and has a mild honey mustard vinaigrette that adults will love.

These easy-to-pack blondies look gorgeous and travel well, making them the perfect picnic treat. It certainly doesn't hurt that they're packed with Nutella.

A buttery almond crumb base and raspberry preserves come together to create a kid-approved dessert that isn't just pure sugar. The best part about these bars is that they require just 10 minutes of hands-on time.

The French really know how to eat—and while a baguette, great cheese, and a bottle of wine may be all you need for a French-style picnic, these dishes will make for a festive fete.

The classic dish can be served cold or at room temperature—and is a traditional picnic dish in France.

This classic French dish combines tart apples with caramelized onions on a frozen puff pastry base. Serve it as a meal of snack, depending on what else you include in your picnic spread.

A bright and flavorful salad, our tweak on Nicoise includes chickpeas, smoked trout, and sugar snap peas.

This custardy cake is easy to pack along, and can be made with your favorite fruit. (Cherry is traditional, but our recipe uses fresh strawberries in its place.)

Cold noodle salads, flavorful slaws, and other Asian-inspired dishes travel surprisingly well. Plus, many of these picnic options can be made without meat (or are meat-free to start with) which is ideal for vegetarians and vegans.

This quick and easy take on the classic Vietnamese sandwich is super-easy to prepare. (Just leave the cilantro on the side if you have guests who aren't into it.)

The classic cold noodle salad can be customized with your own favorite veggies—carrots, cucumbers, and peppers are also great if you're not feeling the cabbage or snow peas.

This Thai take on the classic picnic side dish includes a fish sauce vinaigrette, cilantro, scallions, and roasted peanuts. And don't worry about grilling the cabbage, thinly sliced raw cabbage works well too.

A colorful fruit salad made with papaya, pineapple, mango, and kiwi, makes a fun picnic dessert that works for vegetarians. The dish also features toasted coconut flakes, and a creamy coconut yogurt base.

Pair a pretty cake with fresh fruit like mango or berries for a simple dessert.

Sometimes you shouldn't mess with what works. This classic picnic menu includes all the essentials (hello, potato salad!).

Chicken salad is a picnic favorite. Chopped dill pickles and a shallot add a briny punch and a kick, respectively, while lemon juice adds some freshness. Speaking of freshness, don't skimp on the fresh tarragon, which is a chicken salad staple. And while this recipe calls for you to cook chicken breasts, you can also use leftover rotisserie chicken if you want to save time. This dish also gets bonus points because it can be stored in the fridge for up to five days.

Let's face it—a picnic isn't a picnic without a little potato salad on the side.

Watermelon is the it fruit of summer—here it's paired with cantaloupe , honeydew, lime zest, and fresh ginger for a vibrant yet simple picnic side.

These sweet-tart treats add a fresh palate cleanser at the end of your meal.

No picnic is complete without dessert, but sweet treats with frosting and/or a whipped topping aren't exactly picnic-friendly. Luckily, these fudgy brownies travel well.

If you need picnic foods that can sit out for hours without spoiling, this picnic menu can take the heat and won't disappoint.

A green salad that won't wilt? Start with hardy, flavorful watercress—ricotta salata, a harder cheese, can also stand up to time on the picnic table.

This refreshing, healthy side provides plenty of vitamin A, and won't put you at risk of food poisoning.

This flavorful salad features grilled and fresh broccolini and tart lemons.

Skip the mayo—but don't skip the classic picnic dish!

Roasted veggies, dried fruit, and spices make up a festive picnic salad.

A tasty pound cake is an easy-to-share picnic dessert that won't disappoint.

For a mess-free picnic dessert that won't melt in the sun, try these peanut butter-filled blondies.

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