Perfect Picnic Provisions

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 One of my fondest childhood memories are the picnics that my mom prepared. Most were in the backyard, and nothing super fancy. But I remember that red coca-cola cooler, the metal pitcher of Koolaid, and just being happy.  This post features picnic perfect provisions that will find you making your own stylish spring memories.

Two's Company Chinoiserie  Plates

They are melamine which means almost unbreakable. And aren't they so lovely?

Amazon

Gingham Ruffle Midi

You'll want to wear something easy and cool like this ruffled midi dress. It's 100% cotton and just adorable. Available in six shades.

Free People

Business & Pleasure Picnic Set

Chic in canvas and complete with everything you need for a stylish spread. 

Anthropologie

Gingham Napkin Set

Can't have a picnic without these charming checks. 

Over The Moon

Mon Oncle Barbecue

Modern to the max and oh so good looking. The perfect way to grill in the grass!

2 Modern

Splendid Gabriella Jumpsuit
Adorable and affordable. Was $228 and now marked down to $57!

Shopbop

Country Canvas Wine Bag

Plan a romantic day or evening and throw this bag over your shoulder. The Bag holds two bottles. It comes with a hardwood cutting board, corckscrew, and cheese knife.

West Elm

Juliska Acrylic Glassware

I don't think there is any better looking acrylic glassware out there. I especially love the pitcher. Find it all at

Neiman Marcus and Bloomingdale's

Sanderson Wicker Insulated Picnic Basket & Blanket

A beautiful gift or buy it for yourself. It's so fabulous for picnics, concerts in the park, a day out with your partner or Mom!

Picnic Basket     Waterproof Blanket

Vintage Sea Glass Disposable Dishes

When you want your dishes to match your picnic blanket..... I have been extremely pleased with the elegant selection and service at this Etsy Shop!

Pret A Party NY

Kinfield Deet Free Bug Spray

This product has been written up everywhere. I just received my two bottles. It literally had a king bee run for the hills! It's safe and does the job. Now 20% off at

Credo Beauty

Handmade Collapsable Food Tents

These handy helpers will keep your food safe from non invited guests! They come in sets of two and in three sizes. A great host gift for a BBQ.

Food52

Gourmet Wine Chips

One must have chips at a picnic! If you really want to impress, try these. Choose a trio of your choice.

Williams Sonoma

Nina Handwoven Wine Basket

A beautiful basket with colorful retro vibes. Under $100.

Anthropologie

Vinglace Wine Wine Chillers

When you want to enjoy Rosé all day, you need to keep it chilled. Enter Vinglace, the OG chiller. These make the greatest gifts for any wine lover.

Vinglace    and   Nordstrom

Parisian Insulated Picnic Basket

Tres chic, don't you think? It's on major sale now and less than $60

Macy's    Amazon

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Serving Up Spring Style At Home

 

Stock Your Outdoor Kitchen

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 Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial start of summer and grilling. Are you ready? It's time to prep for patio parties and alfresco afternoons. Here are a few "must have" tools  for entertaining this Summer. 

Tava Handwoven Serving Trays

Aren't these good looking? The trays have matching placemats for a well coordinated look.

Pottery Barn

Nonstick Mesh Grilling Bags Set

These are rather genius! They allow food to be grilled with a smoky flavor without falling through the grates. You get three bags in three sizes.

Sur La Table

Cuisinart 13-Piece Grill Tool Set 

Here's everything you need to be a grill master. It's well priced and presented for gifting.

West Elm

Le Cadeaux Outdoor Dinnerware

Why shouldn't your outdoor dishes look good, too?  These offer a shatterproof French flair to eery outdoor affair. It's all 25% off at 

Horchow

Sauce Dispensing Basting Brush

I can just see my Dad with his open pan of BBQ sauce and what he called his "mop." This will be way less messy.

Williams Sonoma

Fluted Acrylic Pitcher

I own these glasses. They are good looking and lightweight. This pitcher is on sale for only $10! Ships for free, too.

West Elm

BBQ Shells, Set Of 6

Serve up a proper appetizer on these stylish shells. Just perfect for grilled scallops, shrimp, or even cerviche.

Sur La Table

Grill Prep Trays

Safety first! These lightweight melamine trays help prevent the cross contamination of uncooked and cooked meat while you’re grilling. I need them.

Williams Sonoma

Infinity Kamado Grill

I found this grill to be mesmerizing to the eye. This one in Bedford Grey was made just for Martha Stewart. If interested, click on over to her website to hear her praise all of the innovative details.

Martha.com

Cuisinart Grill Top Pizza Oven Kit

I will take pizza any way I can get it,  but a grilled pizza is something special. I found the best price at

Home Depot

Hammered Metal 5 Wick Citronella Candle

Keep bugs at bay with glam style in gold or copper.

World Market

Char Broil 3 Piece Grill Set

Now you can close down the indoor kitchen and cook everything at the same time. Perfect for veggies, seafood and more. The set is on sale and less than $14!

Target

Weber Grill Cedar Planks

If you haven't tried these, you should. They infuse whatever you cook on them, with the sweet and smoky scent and flavor of cedar. My tip: Give your meat or salmon a quick hot sear, before you use the plank. These are great!

Home Depot

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Boozy Barbecue Recipes For The Long Weekend

Dove deep into the archives for this Foodie Friday with a few updates. The best use of leftover booze just might be boozy barbecue sauce. I always add some kind of wine or liquor to all of my sauces, especially when it calls for water. Why not add flavor in your liquid? The above recipe for Coffee Bourbon BBQ Sauce can be found by clicking the photo. This saucy selection of recipes will spice up your weekend and your summer.

Grilled Peach & Lemon Rum Cocktail

Let's begin with a cocktail, shall we? Grilled fruit is the easiest and best way to add flavor to anything.

She Knows

Grilled Margarita Shrimp Skewers

Love. a margarita? Me too. I think we are going to love this easy recipe. So go ahead and shake up a margarita and start grilling and sipping.

A Farm Girls Dabbles

Spicy Beer BBQ Chicken Skewers with Avocado Corn and Feta Salsa

Isn't everything better on a stick? I just can't imagine anyone not loving this dish.

Half Baked Harvest

Grilled Scallops With Bourbon Sauce

Scallops are the perfect seafood to grill, but you don't want to over cook them. This sauce is super easy and sounds yummy!

Champagne Tastes

Grilled Whiskey Glazed Cedar Plank Salmon

"Fresh Atlantic salmon is grilled on a whiskey-soaked plank of cedar and then slathered with a deliciously sticky homemade whiskey glaze." This is a must make for me.

Simply Scratch

Five Boozy Brines For Weekend Grilling

Isn't that a picture perfect platter? These brines or marinades are super creative. Think, Moscow Mule, White Wine, Beer, Manhattan Cocktail, and Cider. Don't ever throw away leftover wine or beer. Marinate with it!

Food and Wine

Bourbon Bacon Burger

What a picture perfect burger! In this case, the booze is in the barbecue sauce AND the bacon, which has been literally soaked in it. 

Broma Bakery

Chili & Beer Barbecue Ribs

Beer and Ribs just go together, don't they? This recipe creates meltingly tender ribs on the inside while being crispy on the outside. 

Wholesome Cook

Crockpot Bacon Bourbon Baked Beans

These beans are the real deal.  They are made from scratch, and look like the perfect topping to homemade cornbread. These are said to be loaded with bourbon. Who could be mad at that?

How Sweet Eats

Mezcal Marinated Fajitas

A five star reviewed recipe, that is smoky, earthy,

and a bit salty. Sounds fab!

Bon Appetit

Drunken Lamb Chops

I haven't had lamb in years, but this recipe  just might change that. The 'booze" involved is actually brandy. An interesting recipe.

Imbibe Magazine

Bacon Bourbon BBQ Chicken Kebabs

You just can't have too many skewer recipes. This one had me at "bacon."

Host The Toast

Brisket with Ancho Chocolate Barbecue Sauce

The char on that brisket is amazing looking! Besides ancho peppers and chocolate, there is beer involved in the "mop" on top. Click through to read more about this important step.

Williams Sonoma

Tequila Grilled Pineapple

An easy grilled pineapple recipe with a grown up twist. Love this sweet and savory idea for serving as an appetizer, dessert or an a companion to your margarita or pina colada!!!

Easy Week Night Recipes

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