Italian Summer Picnic
A Moveable Feast
One of the surefire signs that summer has arrived in Italy is the sight of families and friends savoring delicious meals together al fresco in the warm Mediterranean sun. Whether it’s in the bustling piazzas and cafes of the city or in the tranquil vineyards and valleys of the countryside, Italians everywhere take advantage of the season’s slower pace by lingering over lunch or dinner in the open air <<more>>   

Setting the Scene    

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Enjoying a picnic is one of the most relaxing and simple pleasures of summertime.  It's a great way to appreciate the  splendors of nature and escape the chaos of today's hectic lifestyles.  Planning ahead is the key to making sure your guests are as comfortable outdoors as they would be indoors.  Traditionally, outdoor entertaining tends to be casual but we came up with effortless ways to make this experience a little more elegant. <<<more>>>

Bevande        

Pasta Party - Bevanda

Cocktails

  Bellini

Fresh lemonade

A selection of red and white wines

Sparkling Water

Still Water



 




Things to Do           

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Between the taking the kids to various activities, meeting deadlines at work and making sure your laundry is done, life can be hectic. For someone with a busy lifestyle, hosting a dinner party can be overwhelming. Enjoying the conviviality of an authentic Italian meal with family and friends shouldn’t have to be a lot of work. We have put together a simple outline of things you need to do and buy to host this dinner party – we’ve done the work here, so you don’t have to.  <<more>>

 

 

 


 

 Italian Summer Picnic
Overview |Setting the Scene |To Do/Shopping List |Il Menu |Bevande |Element of Fun