Every great picnic needs a great sweet treat. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios Don't sweat it if you've been assigned the sweets for the summer picnic. Cakes, pies, cookie, cheesecakes, and so many more ...

Packing for picnics is a true art form. Yes, these outings are an ideal way to celebrate warm weather by sipping on wine and munching on charcuterie boards -- but with all the heat and transportation ...

As July arrives, so too does National Picnic Month, a celebration of al fresco dining, leisurely afternoons and the art of packing delightful meals to enjoy under the summer sun. This month invites us ...

Note: Short on time? This quick topping is also delicious on store-bought angel food cake. Topping: 1 1/2 pounds strawberries, sliced (about 2 pints) 2 tablespoons thinly sliced basil Basil Simple ...

When the grill cools and the sun starts to dip, that’s when dessert takes the spotlight. I’ve pulled together my go-to summer cookout desserts—from no bake summer desserts that chill in the fridge to ...

Potluck picnicking, everyone’s favorite way to celebrate summer, is as American as – would you believe? – bouillabaisse. Yes, that’s French and so, too, le pique-nique (pique from the French verb “to ...

On the subject of picnics, my late mother could be relied upon for two contributions. The first was her potato salad, which will forever be the one that I measure against all others. The second was a ...

Stay-Put Cooking is a frequent kitchen dispatch while you're stuck at home social distancing. Check out the archive for more tips and tricks. Picnics have been top of mind lately, with social ...

When it comes to packing a picnic, the savory items are easy. Sandwiches and wraps. Potato and pasta salads. Chips and dips. It’s all very transportable and all very easy to eat while perched on a ...