Basic need for the perfect picnic!

One of the reasons that picnics are fun is that you are taking your party on the road, away from your home, but that also makes it tricky. That you won't be able to dash into your house to get the knife for cutting . But if you're organised and have a checklist, your picnic will be a delightful change of scenery from your dining room, restaurant, or your own backyard. Here are suggestions for items you'll want to pack for your next picnic.

A Picnic Basket

Whichever style you choose and whatever you call it, you need something to transport the food, the drinks, and the place settings. If your picnic food isn't perishable and you will be driving your car close to the picnic location, a traditional picnic hamper will be charming. If you plan to hike deep into the woods, a backpack-style picnic carrier may be more appropriate. And if you're bringing along a lot of food and beverages that should remain cold until served, a cooler may be best suited for your needs.

Paper Towels or Wipes

Pack paper towels or wipes to clean the picnic table if you're using one, as well as for your hands before and after you eat.

Plates, Glasses, Utensils, and Napkins

Assemble a proper tables-cape. Your place arrangements could be as simple as disposable plates, cups, cutlery, and paper towels, or as formal as table linens, depending on the event and location of your picnic. To avoid breakage, pack everything securely.

Ice Packs or Thermos

Pack everything with enough ice to keep them cold until they're ready to serve. Similarly, if you're bringing hot food to your picnic, store it in a thermos to maintain it at a safe temperature over 140 degrees Fahrenheit. Any food kept at a temperature between 40 and 140  F is in the danger zone, where germs can thrive and cause food poisoning.

Trash Bags

Your picnic spot may not have a trash receptacle, so bring along trash bags for any food waste or disposable items. Also, bring a plastic bag for your dirty dishes and glasses to keep your lovely picnic basket from getting soiled.