Anyone fancy a picnic?

[Zemke Fan]

I have been a long-time believer that there isn't a meal created anywhere that doesn't taste better on a picnic blanket, underneath a shade tree, beside a lazy river...

My fantasy picnic baskets are these:

Edwardian Picnic Hamper:

Only £575.00! From Distinctly British

'WARWICK GREEN OR BLUE' FINE BONE CHINA PLATE STYLE

• TRUNK LIDDED HAMPER WOVEN IN ENGLISH WILLOW
• IVORY WHITE' HANDLED STAINLESS STEEL CUTLERY
• MICHELANGELO CRYSTAL WINE GLASSES IN ENGLISH WILLOW TRAY
• STAINLESS STEEL FLASKS
• COLOUR CO-ORDINATED FOOD BOXES WITH INSULATED COVER BAGS
• SALT AND PEPPER MILLS
• BOTTLE OPENER
• NAPKINS AND TABLECLOTH
• ALL WOOL TRAVEL RUG
• LEATHER HANDLE WITH MATCHING TWO-PIECE LEATHER LID STRAPS
• SIDE FINGER HOLDS

GREEN OR BLUE COVERED LIDBOARD WITH MATCHING
LEATHER PLATE/CUTLERY STRAPS
AVAILABLE IN 2, 4 OR 6 PLACE SETTINGS

And a more affordable version:

£75.00 Also from Distinctly British

White Plates & Earthenware Mugs x 4
· Blue Handled S/Steel Cutlery
· Acrylic Wine Glasses
· Stainless Steel Flask
· Air Sealed Food Boxes
· Cruet Set
· Bottle Opener
· Napkins & Tablecloth
· Navy Blue Lid Board

 

[The Wingnut]

*twitch* MEIN GOTT! 1200 smackers for a glorified picnic basket? Are they mad?

 

[Orgetorix]

Are they mad?

Of course they are, they're Brits.

If they were Americans, they'd just be crazy.

 

[John in Covina]

Picanick Baskets by Yogie Bear and Little Boo-Boo Bear

An organized picnic with friends is a delightful time. It has been ages since I have been on a good picnic!

Nice baskets, I think LL Bean had some baskets too.

 

[RAF Man]

*twitch* MEIN GOTT! 1200 smackers for a glorified picnic basket? Are they mad?

I think that might include the fees for the use of a Butler and a Maid too

 

[HadleyH]

I can't even remember when was the last time i went to a picnic..... hmmmmmm!!!! Chicken and champagne..... under a big pine tree... close to the water....

 

[Tomasso]

Who could forget the picnic scene in "To Catch A Thief"?

 

[PADDY]

I love the idea of...

The wicker hamper strapped to the back of the open topped sportscar, hood down, beautiful woman with the wind in her hair or a wee Grace Kelly type scarf over her head, racing around hairpin bends in the Yorkshire Dales!! bliss.

Now what delights would you have in the hamper?

 

[Zemke Fan]

You've got the spirit, Paddy!

Hadley's suggestion of cold chicken and champagne sounds about right... I also love a good selection of salads (tomatoes, basil, and mozarella; broccoli, cauliflower, bacon, and cheese; Helen's famous shrimp salad with eggs, cheese, and mayo!) a loaf of crisp french bread, fresh fruit!

MAN, it's only 6:30 and already I'm starvin'!

 

[PADDY]

I forgot to point out...

That gorgeous woman...well...she's driving!! Nothing as drop dead beautiful as a lady taking that wee sportscar around those bends with the biggest smile on her windswept face

In the hamper: I'm totally sold on going on a picnic with Hadley!! that sounds great. (you've done this before haven't you!! )

But what about...the strawberries and whipped cream? Maybe a bottle of Pimm's No.1 Cup (just so British!!)

I love old English rough cut baked honey roast ham that I've cooked the night before, soaked in cider and glazed in honey and mustard. Mmmmmm, with some old country French bread it's delicious!!

 

[HadleyH]

But what about...the strawberries and whipped cream?

Yes of course!!!!!!!!!!! Strawberries and cream . How silly of me, how did I forget that??? So... the hamper will have in it the following: cold chicken, a selection of nice salads, crisp French bread, a few sweets and/or cheeses and .....Champagne! Does that sound good?

There is only one little change in the program that I'd suggest, can we race around hairpin bends in the Riviera instead??? You know, like Cary Grant and Grace Kelly?

 

[Tomasso]

If you recall, their basket contained chicken and beer. Yummy!

 

[CanadaDoll]

Don't forget the coconut cake! It's a little fussy, but beside a cool blue lake, it's a perfect summer picnic treat
And for those who don't drink a fizzy combination of Raspberry juice and Soda, veeeerrry refreshing.

Oh wow, I wish the snow would melt........

 

[Mojito]

Mmm. Champagne. Nice salads. Some fresh fruit and Petits Fours!

 

[cooncatbob]

No need to spend a fortune on a basket, remember Google's your friend.
http://www.picnicbaskets.com/acatalog/Picnic_Baskets_for_2.html
I think the Dynasty for 2 would fit in the small trunk of my Miata and Daffodil Hill is in bloom.

 

[Zemke Fan]

Nice Site, CCB...

Here are some more good options:

Westbury Gardens $85.49 (on sale)

This roomy hand woven willow Sutherland basket is lined in hunter green. The roomy compartment holds plenty of picnic delights for a fabulous picnic for 4.

Components
4 7" ceramic plates
4 ceramic mugs
4 napkins
4 stainless steel knives
4 stainless steel forks
4 stainless steel spoons
1 stainless steel waiter's corkscrew
1 set plastic salt and pepper shakers
1 cotton tablecloth (43" X 43")

Dimensions
9" H x 21" W x 14" D

100% Lifetime Warranty

 

[PADDY]

It's gotta be Grace in the driving seat now!

I'd forgotten just HOW GORGEOUS Grace Kelly was. She's just got to come to the pic nic!! (if you could only turn back time!).

 

[Zemke Fan]

Turn back time...?

Paddy, I say this with great affection and respect: YOU DOPE!

You've got three absolute DOLLS just pining to join you in that convertible: Mojito, Hadley H, and CanadaDoll... Now the fact that they live on different CONTINENTS from you should not deter.

 

[PADDY]

The REAL PADDY has been uncovered then...

I do try Fred...honest...just hard sometimes being a wee DOPEY Paddy-man...

However...The fringe benefits are the picnics & dances with Snow White!

 

[CanadaDoll]

Paddy, I say this with great affection and respect: YOU DOPE!

You've got three absolute DOLLS just pining to join you in that convertible: Mojito, Hadley H, and CanadaDoll... Now the fact that they live on different CONTINENTS from you should not deter.

lol I'm sure we'll make a trip for a picnic with Paddy anytime