Warm weather brings lots of opportunities for picnics. And even in a time of social distancing, there are still places where you can settle in and have a wonderful meal outdoors. If you want to level up your next picnic in the park, our correspondent Jillian Tangen has the latest on the 15 luxury essentials to pack for the perfect picnic 2022, including baskets, portable gourmet foods, blankets and (of course) attire. It’s everything you need for a perfect picnic in the sun right now.
the luxury essentials to pack for the perfect picnic
Picnic season is officially upon us. And this year we intend to make the most of it with languorous outdoor gatherings with family and friends that stretch into dusk – never mind allergy season.
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Over the years, we’ve accumulated some basic picnic gear and accessories. But it feels like a refresh is in order this year for a truly stylish and luxurious party.
The luxury essentials to pack for the perfect picnic 2022, including the best baskets, gourmet foods, drinks, blankets, and attire.
So, what are the best baskets, blankets and other accessories for a truly fabulous picnic party? Ahead, we’ve rounded up 15 of our must-haves for spring and summer picnic season. All that’s left to find is the perfect location.
The luxury essentials to pack for the perfect picnic 2022, including the best baskets, gourmet foods, drinks, blankets, and attire.
15 food and other luxury essentials to pack for the perfect picnic right now
1. picnic time canvas basket tote
No picnic outing is complete without a charming basket. Our pick is the Canvas Basket Tote ($45) from Picnic Time. It’s fully lined and has leather straps so it’s much easier to carry than a traditional wicker basket.
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2. marimekko tiiliskivi picnic bag
If baskets aren’t your thing, this Marimekko Tiiliskivi Picnic Bag ($160) is both stain resistant and insulated.
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3. fable new york bamboo plates
Eco-friendly dinnerware? Count us in with these reusable Bamboo Plates ($48) from Fable New York to enjoy snacks and food on.
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4. pendleton roll up blanket
Grab this classic Roll Up Blanket ($319) from Pendleton and you’ll be ready for any type of outdoor event. Made in the USA, it’s composed of two separate and removable layers of virgin wool and waxed cotton for extra moisture resistance, as well as easy maintenance.
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5. business and pleasure portable outdoor teak wood table
No place to set your drink? Level up your picnic game with this Portable Outdoor Teak Wood Table ($199) from business and pleasure. It even has a hole in the middle for your umbrella.
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6. w&p utensil set
Unless you are serving finger foods you are going to need utensils. This W&P Utensil Set ($25) comes with a fork, spoon and knife so you and your guests will have everything they need on the go.
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7. crate & barrel liv acrylic drink glass
Serve icy cold refreshments in these Crate & Barrel Liv Acrylic Drink Glasses ($4). They’re break resistant in the event of any accidents.
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8. vinglacé wine bottle cooler and wine glasses
Keep your wine the perfect temp with a double-walled, vacuum-insulated Wine Bottle Cooler & Wine Glasses ($140) from Vinglacé. Simply unscrew the adjustable top and pop in your fav chilled wine, bubbly or even sparkling water and it’ll stay cold for about four hours.
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9. yeti tundra 35 hard cooler
You didn’t come to play. The rugged Yeti Tundra 35 Hard Cooler ($275) is suited for the picnicking demands of your hungry crew. It boasts up to three inches of PermaFrost Insulation to keep things cool.
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10. sunnylife folding beach seat
While picnics are charming, after a while they can become a little, well, uncomfortable. Relax in comfort with this Folding Beach Seat ($76) from Sunnylife. It’s lightweight, folds and is easy to carry.
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11. anthropologie tamra bottle opener
Be the hero when everyone else forgets the bottle opener! We love this handcrafted Tamra Bottle Opener ($14) from Anthropologie.
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12. fatboy tjoepke lampe
Safer than candles, set the mood with Fatboy’s modern, rechargeable Tjoepke Lamp ($64) should the party last into the evening.
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13. ultimate ears wonderboom 2
Every picnic needs some tunes. You can’t go wrong with the Wonderboom 2 ($90) by Ultimate Ears. It’s small enough to hold in your hand, and it comes with a small built-in strap you can use to suspend it from a hook or attach it to your bag when you’re out and about.
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14. les jardins de la comtesse marine picnic basket
For a one and done option when it comes to plates, glassware and utensils, we love this Marine Picnic Basket ($212) from Les Jardins de la Comtesse.
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15. fortnum & mason spring feast hamper
Why runaround shopping when you can have your picnic foods sent to you? Fortnum & Mason’s Spring Feast Hamper ($415) has everything from cheese to truffles, wine to tea to enjoy sent to you in a beautiful basket.
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15 foods and other luxury essentials to pack for the perfect picnic
That’s our take on the luxury essentials of every type for the perfect picnic, including the best baskets, blankets and accessories. 15 buys to make this picnic season a one to remember. Have fun, dear reader. And bon appetit!
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Jillian Tangen is the Head of Research at Dandelion Chandelier and a former Senior Research Analyst at McKinsey & Co and Analyst at Shearman & Sterling. She is an avid fan of Nordic design, having owned an independent lifestyle store and sales agency focused on emerging Scandinavian design. Jillian lives in New York and is married with three young children. She loves cross-country skiing, the New York Rangers, reading, travel and discovering new brands.
