We are officially in gorgeous weather mode and that means endless opportunities to picnic! Be it beach, park or pavement there is always a reason to gather your crew and celebrate the great outdoors. And there’s no need to hire professionals to make it happen, because here’s a quick guide to help you make the most of it with the least amount of fuss.

It could be a concert, beach day, someone’s birthday, romantic date, leaf peeping or just because – the list goes on. Biotuff Dog Waste Bags

Here are some items to keep in the trunk of your car for when the mood strikes:

Whenever possible, go for utensil-free finger foods with the least amount of drip. Here’s some inspiration:

Just add friends and enjoy!

Mary Connolly is also known as “Marie Fromage”. Follow her in Instagram @MarieFromage

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