Autumn picnic

Tomorrow is October. Brown leaves, chilly afternoons, soft sun- or in our Greek case, scorching weather! Anyhow...I've been meaning to host a picnic for a year now, but somehow it didn't came out. Full schedules, bad weather, or any other obstacle one can think of!

In my opinion, this is the ultimate picnic basket! I wish I had one!
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 Hopefully the time has come, as all my friends were positive to hear my suggestion of a picnic around mid October up on the mountains, at the lake, and promised that they will try to make it as they all live far away, in other cities.

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As I want to enjoy ourselves  the most and make it an uforgettable occassion, I've started to plan it already in my mind at least and to surf the net a little. I'm thinking of a perfect, classic picnic: rustic hampers and cloths, warm checked blankets and must-have food such as sandwiches, meat balls, cake, lemonade. I'm also thinking of asking my friends to contribute with a dessert, finger food or drinks.

Here are some nice suggestions I read and found useful. Common sense, really, but good to have them all listed. 

• Choose food that travels well, that don't need cutting. Finger food is the best.Otherwise, do any cutting at home beforehand.
• Pack food in bowls or tins.
• Bring real glasses & dishes not just for style,but to avoid garbage and have a more eco-friendly picnic! Be sure they're break-resistant, though! 
• Colourful napkins add style.
• Cushions will help everyone relax.
• Bring a camera to keep the memories alive.
• Wear comfortable clothes and shoes. It's a pity to want to explore the countryside on high heels!

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 How about you? Do you have picnics?

Any ideas that have worked for you in the past?

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And a Happy October everyone! 

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