There’s something inherently romantic about sharing a delightful meal in the great outdoors surrounded by nature’s beauty. A picnic date offers a charming and intimate setting to create lasting memories and impress your special someone, especially on a first date. But how do you plan a picnic that will sweep your partner off their feet? Learn how to craft a picnic experience that is nothing short of perfection. From selecting the perfect location to planning a tantalizing menu, these tips will walk you through every step, ensuring your picnic date is an enchanting affair.
1. Sunset Beach Picnic
Pack a cozy blanket, a bottle of chilled sparkling wine, and a basket filled with delectable treats. Head to a picturesque beach, spread out your blanket, and enjoy the breathtaking view as the sun sets. The sound of the waves, the warm sand beneath your toes, and the company of your loved one will create a truly romantic atmosphere. This is for sure one of my own personal favorite places for a romantic picnic date.
3. Secret Garden Picnic
Seek out a secluded botanical garden or a hidden park with blooming flowers. Set up a whimsical picnic with fairy lights, cushions, and an outdoor blanket. Bring along a picnic basket filled with gourmet sandwiches, colorful salads, and decadent desserts.
5. Rooftop Romance
If you have access to a rooftop terrace or a balcony with a stunning view, transform it into a romantic picnic spot. Set up a cozy seating area with soft cushions and twinkling lights. Serve a selection of gourmet bites, such as mini quiches, easy crostini toasts, and chocolate-covered strawberries. Enjoy the city skyline or a starry night with your sweetie. Picnic Basket: The picnic basket you chose depends on your goal. Want a perfectly romantic Instagram-worthy basket? Definitely go with a gorgeous wicker basket. Want something more practical that will carry your food and keep it cool? Go with a thermal picnic cooler. Need to hike a ways to your picnic site? A picnic backpack is much easier to carry. If you’re doing a beach picnic, this is the perfect picnic tray because it folds flat and you can rinse the sand right off it. If you want a more elegant look, this bamboo picnic tray with legs even has spots to nestle a stemmed glass so they don’t tip over. Charcuterie Board: This 7.5 inch charcuterie board is perfectly picnic sized and has a hidden compartment with cheese knives that make for easy packing. Picnic Glasses, Plates, and Utensils:These shatterproof wine glasses come in a variety of colors, I’d personally totally choose the pink ones! You could choose a stemless wine glass to save space in the picnic basket. Salad sized plates are perfect for a picnic and encourage slow nibbling as opposed to a larger dinner sized plate. These classy white dishes are nearly indestructible and very light weight. Napkins and Wipes:For a truly elegant picnic, bring linen or cloth napkins as opposed to paper ones. For a more practical dining experience, you can find gorgeous paper napkins in a wide variety of styles and colors. If you choose those plain white plates and simple goblets, you can mix and match your napkins with the seasons. No matter what, definitely tuck in a few of these fantastic natural soap and water wet wipes. They don’t leave a film on your hands and are perfect for using to both clean up before eating and for wiping up sticky fingers after you’re finished. While not exactly “Instagram worthy,” these hotel picnic supplies are very practical and reusable and a great investment if you and your partner plan to do a serious amount of picnicking together. Portable Speaker:Lighten the mood and play some music with a bluetooth picnic speaker. Portable Projector:If you really want to impress, pack a portable project to watch a romantic comedy or classic film together. Ice Packs:Definitely keep in mind the food safety of your menu. At the very least you’ll want ice packs to keep beverages chilled. Bug Spray & Sunscreen:You are dining in the great outdoors and that will naturally mean some considerations for your skin. Protect yourself from bug bites and sunburn accordingly. Sweet Treat:Every picnic should end with something sweet. It could be as simple as strawberries and a glass of champagne or you could pack old fashioned chocolate chip cookies and a thermos of milk. For 45 totally delicious and easy to prepare recipes, be sure to check out this list of the best picnic food. Orange Juice:This classic fruit juice works as a tasty beverage on its own or works to make mimosas with a little champagne. Warm Drinks:Taking a cold weather picnic? Surprise your date with a thermos of hot cocoa. Don’t forget a package of marshmallows and some mugs. Bottle of Wine:Red wine is great for a picnic because you don’t have to worry about keeping it chilled but white wine is worth the effort for a hot summer evening. In fact, why not try a Rose spritz? If the weather forecast includes rain, why not just host an indoor picnic with all the goodies you prepared for the outdoor picnic? No need to let them go to waste after all that effort. Your date will love the creativity of setting up a blanket on the living room floor, just be sure to have lots of cushions for comfy seating. Light some candles or hang some fairy lights to mimic the starry skies. Stream some romantic music on your picnic speaker and enjoy the quiet time with your special person.
