6 products to make your family picnic more fun

6 products to make your family picnic more fun

There’s nothing quite like a family picnic to get everyone out of the house, refreshed and re-connected. An outdoor lunch or dinner is the perfect way to inspire quality family time with something for all ages to enjoy. Pack your favourite plates, condiments, utensils and snacks… and head outdoors! Whether it be a nearby park on a sunny day or in the back garden with a BBQ grill, picnics are an easy way to break away from the indoors and share quality moments as you snack on local favourites and reminisce about past times. Have fun exploring your area and finding unique spots for each of your picnics; you never know what memories will be made!

1. A colourful picnic blanket

A family picnic can make a memorable event even more special when you have the right products to make it a comfortable and safe experience. A colourful picnic blanket is essential as it provides a cushioned surface and gives the picnic area an eye-catching visual. This blanket is practical, lightweight and easy to carry, allowing it to transport wherever your family goes conveniently. With the durable little handle that makes it easier to take it with you on trips and its variety of captivating colours and patterns in different sizes for everyone’s comfort, this colourful picnic blanket will add loads of joyfully-hued fun to your family outing!

2. A large and sturdy picnic basket for storage

Having a reliable picnic basket is an essential part of any family outing. A sturdy and spacious design allows plenty of space to store food, drinks, supplies and everything else needed for outdoor fun. The perfect picnic basket should be made with high-quality materials for maximum durability, so it can hold up against any wear and tear over the years. Additionally, going for a model with handles and shoulder straps makes carrying it effortless and comfortable. Investing in a large and sturdy picnic basket is one of the ideal ways to make your next family picnic even more enjoyable.

3. THC-O products

THC-O products can be the perfect addition to your family picnic. Whether you are looking for a unique appetizer, a refreshing beverage, or a sweet dessert, THC-O products provide all that and more! With so many delicious flavours to choose from, you will indeed find something for everyone. From raspberry lemonade to mango smoothie and from salted caramel ice cream to peppermint swirl brownies – THCO products will make your picnic vibrant and fun. And better yet? These treats are made with natural ingredients, so there is no need to worry about added preservatives or artificial flavours. Make your picnic unforgettable by adding these tasty THC-O treats!

4. Fun and festive napkins, plates and silverware

When having a successful family picnic, you need fun, festive napkins, plates, and silverware. Not only do today’s disposable tableware options come in various vibrant colours and styles, but they are also surprisingly durable and leak-proof! You can even find sets of matching plates and napkins for an especially eye-catching look that your guests will love. Plus, there’s no need to worry about spending hours washing dishes afterwards – toss them away when the picnic is over! Add decorative napkins, plates, and silverware to your next family picnic for maximum fun.

5. Plenty of food and drink for everyone

Nothing helps put the picnic cheer into full swing quite like delicious food and drink! A well-stocked spread of yummy treats is essential for any successful family outing. Whether you crave cold beverages, a warm meal, sweet pastries or savoury snacks, having plenty of options available and enough to go around will ensure everyone enjoys the event. But it’s important to remember that when selecting food and drinks for your picnic, all ingredients should be healthy and natural, as any medical claims or health benefits should not be included in the content.

6. Games like frisbee or badminton to keep everyone entertained

A family picnic is perfect for spending time with loved ones, making incredible memories and creating amazing stories. Ensuring plenty of food and drink is ready is essential for a successful gathering. With various options, including healthy choices, snacks, and desserts, you can provide something to accommodate everyone’s taste while providing enough sustenance to keep hungry bellies full throughout the day. There are also beverages to suit all tastes – punch for kids and cocktails for adults will up the fun factor even further. It’s best to plan how much food each person at the event will consume so there won’t be any surprises or shortages on the table come picnic time.

How to choose the best products for your family picnic?

With the summer months approaching, it’s time to start planning a family picnic. Choosing the best products for your family picnic can be tricky, but smart shopping and creative planning can create an unforgettable outing with your loved ones. To get started, set a budget and decide how many people will join so you can figure out how much food to buy. Some classic picnic staples everyone loves include chips and dip, sandwiches or wraps, drinks or lemonade, fruit salad, cookies or cake and ice cream for dessert. If you’re looking for something more unique, consider stocking up on smoked salmon, roasted vegetables and gourmet cheeses for a delicious platter inspired by restaurant-style dining. For those hot summer days, bring along items that help keep people cool, like sunscreen, insect repellent, umbrellas and hats – all of which will come in handy as soon as the temperature rises!

Conclusion

A family picnic is an excellent way to spend quality time together and make lasting memories. With some planning, it can be an enjoyable, fun-filled event for everyone. To make your family picnic more enjoyable, plan activities that all ages can enjoy, bring plenty of healthy snacks and drinks so that no one runs out of energy, and have a few games for those looking to add some competition. Additionally, don’t forget to have plenty of sunscreens available for everyone since sunburns can happen in as little as 15 minutes. Pack some bug spray in case bugs buzz around your picnic area. All these steps will help ensure that you and your family have a safe and happy gathering – with many beautiful memories made!

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Price Points: Travel condiment sets

Travel condiment sets

Often, when we drive somewhere for a day out, we stop for a drink or bite to eat. Instead of stashing a hodgepodge of sachets of sugar, sauces, salt, pepper etc in the jumbled glove box, these travel condiment sets is a much smarter option.

When we go to the seaside, we often have takeaway fish & chips. A bit of extra salt & vinegar as you work your way through to the lower layers is often desirable. And when we visit a new town with a nice looking bakery or butchers, Justin always likes to try out the local sausage rolls and pork pies. I often sample their cheese & onion versions. A bit of tangy chutney adds an extra twist.

Also, we’ve started travelling with a rucksack containing vacuum flask of boiling water, two travel mugs and a couple of Kenko flat white sachets. They’re perfect for a quick brew en route. Justin has sugar in his coffee, and has taken to putting two spoonfuls into his mug before putting the lid on it. One day, the lid is going to pop off and scatter sugar all round the inside of the rucksack.

When I think about what condiments and additions we generally need on a trip away, the 7-piece set would be the best fit. We’d need somewhere for all the aforementioned sugar, salt & vinegar, ketchup, chilli sauces, chutney and the like.

  1. Camping/picnic organiser: £8.18, eBay
  2. 7-piece condiment set: £14.60, eBay
  3. Travel condiment set: £24.99, Amazon

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Travel condiment set
Travel condiment set
£24.99
7-piece condiment set
7-piece condiment set
£14.60
Camping/picnic organiser
Camping/picnic organiser
£8.18
Travel condiment set
Travel condiment set
£24.99
7-piece condiment set
7-piece condiment set
£14.60
Camping/picnic organiser
Camping/picnic organiser
£8.18
Travel condiment set
Travel condiment set
£24.99
7-piece condiment set
7-piece condiment set
£14.60
Camping/picnic organiser
Camping/picnic organiser
£8.18
Travel condiment set
Travel condiment set
£24.99
7-piece condiment set
7-piece condiment set
£14.60
Camping/picnic organiser
Camping/picnic organiser
£8.18
Travel condiment set
Travel condiment set
£24.99
7-piece condiment set
7-piece condiment set
£14.60
Camping/picnic organiser
Camping/picnic organiser
£8.18

Price Points: Eco picnic items

Three eco picnic items

Summer is officially here (that’s what they tell us, anyway!) so picnics and barbecues are coming back again. Ditch the single-use serveware, eco picnic items are the way to go.

We’ve picked out a trio of bamboo ‘crockery’ ranges that would be a far greener choice than plastic or polystyrene. Bamboo is a grass, so products made from the material are biodegradable, compostable and it’s a renewable resource.

  1. Bamboo cutlery set: £9.99, Amazon
  2. LEON bamboo picnic plates, assorted, dia. 25cm, set of 4: £18.00, John Lewis
  3. Vango 4-person bamboo dinner set: £39.99, Very

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Vango 4-person bamboo dinner set
Vango 4-person bamboo dinner set
LEON bamboo picnic plates
LEON bamboo picnic plates
Bamboo cutlery set
Bamboo cutlery set
Vango 4-person bamboo dinner set
Vango 4-person bamboo dinner set
LEON bamboo picnic plates
LEON bamboo picnic plates
Bamboo cutlery set
Bamboo cutlery set
Vango 4-person bamboo dinner set
Vango 4-person bamboo dinner set
LEON bamboo picnic plates
LEON bamboo picnic plates
Bamboo cutlery set
Bamboo cutlery set
Vango 4-person bamboo dinner set
Vango 4-person bamboo dinner set
LEON bamboo picnic plates
LEON bamboo picnic plates
Bamboo cutlery set
Bamboo cutlery set
Vango 4-person bamboo dinner set
Vango 4-person bamboo dinner set
LEON bamboo picnic plates
LEON bamboo picnic plates
Bamboo cutlery set
Bamboo cutlery set

Charity Vintage: Guzzini picnic set

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Orange vintage Guzzini picnic set for sale on eBay for Charity by Kiveton Park & Wales Community Development Trust(ends 12 Apr, 2015 18:42:32 BST)

This Guzzini picnic set (or Pic Boll to give it its proper name) epitomises the 1970s! It’s orange, it’s moulded plastic and it’s a perfect space-saving bit of design. It was designed in 1977 by Carlo Viglino, here’s a great vintage ad from the time. This example is for sale by Kiveton Park & Wales Community Development Trust* with a starting bid of £9.99. They generally sell for between £20 & £30.

*The mission of Kiveton Park & Wales Community Development Trust is to provide the means by which the communities in Wales Parish can play an active part in the regeneration of their neighbourhoods so as to improve facilities, increase opportunities and enhance the quality of life of all residents.