The idea for my new book came to me over the course of a few months, as I planned outdoor adventures with my family, including days out with friends, short camping trips and picnics in the park ...

Packable foods that travel well. Packable picnic food is durable, flavorful and simple to serve. You should avoid foods that get soggy, melty or fall apart.

These foods travel well, taste great and will make eating outside the best part of summer. Photo credit: Depositphotos. The perfect picnic can be served on a gingham blanket or a picnic table.

A full picnic basket, beautiful weather and alfresco dining are the epitome of summer. Google searches for picnics jumped more than 170% since January, as people prepare for outdoor meals. Plan ...

Instead think hardy foods that travel well and can be enjoyed on your lap or picnic table.” Here are nine easy picnic menu ideas for your next alfresco meal: 1.

Pick foods that will travel well A picnic is all about the food. So, when preparing ahead, choose dishes and snacks that travel well and require little finishing touches.