A picnic

A picnic is a relaxed gathering outdoors, usually in nature (in a park, forest, meadow or by the water), where people eat, drink, talk and enjoy each other’s company and surroundings.

Food and drinks are usually brought with them in baskets or coolers. They often include simple foods such as sandwiches, salads, fruit, pastries, juices or barbecue.

A picnic can be private (e.g. with family or friends) or an organized event (e.g. school trip, corporate event or celebration).

Characteristics of a picnic include:

• Outdoor location

• Simple food and drink

• Simple equipment (blanket, folding chairs, plastic containers, etc.)

• Sociability – conversations, games, music, sports activities

For a picnic, it is best to prepare simple, tasty and practical food that is easy to carry, serve and eat without utensils. 

🥪 Cold dishes and snacks

• Sandwiches or wraps – with ham, cheese, vegetables, tuna or eggs

• Mini pies or quiches – you can bake them at home and cut them into pieces

• Tortillas with filling – wrapped and cut into rings

• Savory muffins – e.g. with cheese, spinach, bacon

• Cold cuts – cheese, salami, olives, sun-dried tomatoes

• Fruit and vegetable sticks – with hummus, guacamole or cheese spread

🥗 Salads (no mayonnaise, to make them last)

• Pasta salad – with tomatoes, cheese, pesto

• Potato salad – with olive oil, onion and spices

• Quinoa, bulgur or couscous salad – with vegetables and spices

• Tomatoes with mozzarella – with fresh basil and olive oil

🍗 For the grill (if you have it)

• Cevapčiči, hot dogs, chicken wings, vegetable skewers

• Grilled corn

• Halloumi cheese

🍉 Fruit and desserts

• Sliced ​​seasonal fruit – watermelon, strawberries, grapes, apples

• Fruit skewers

• Cookies, muffins, croissants

• Brownies or sponge cake – cut into pieces

🧃 Drink

• Water with lemon, mint or cucumber slices

• Juices or iced tea

• Cold lemonade

• For adults: beer, wine, sangria (if allowed)

🧺 Other equipment

• Picnic blanket or folding table

• Napkins, plates, glasses, cutlery

• Trash bags

• Wet wipes or disinfectant

• Cooler bag or thermos