Romantic Valentine’s Day Picnic

By Photographer, Writer and Seeker of Beauty Simie Seaman

Valentine's Day is fast approaching and you can never go wrong with romantic picnics. It’s fun, it's casual and gives you the opportunity to spend quality time with your date.

Imagine sitting down on a blanket with your lover, surrounded by all your favorite romantic foods and sipping a glass of wine. It’s an idyllic setting, for certain, and many romantics enjoy picnic dates because of their privacy and the opportunity they present to bond with one another. Even eating out at a restaurant doesn't provide the same kind of alone-time that picnicking does. Hopeless romantics are sure to enjoy a picnic date!

Picnics are ideal for couples who have been together for a little while but who understand the value of continuing to get to know one another in a romantic setting. No matter how long you've been married, there is still power in spending time together and learning more about your partner. You'll never know everything there is to know about each other and any time you open up the lines of communication during a date, you will have the benefit of getting to know your partner better and deepening your bond with one another.

Planning a picnic can be a ton of fun. Your goal when planning a romantic picnic is to make sure that you and your sweetheart have the space that you need to enjoy the time that you're spending together.

It's all about setting the scene and creating the perfect atmosphere. A bouquet a roses will certainly set the scene for an intimate picnic. Instead of using a blanket use a rug. You definitely want be comfortable so opt for posh pillows. Instead of plastic cups and paper plates, use the real deal. Select some casual dinnerware and wine glasses for instant elegance.

Depending where you are, you can hang lanterns in the trees overhead to add another dimension that's both unique and whimsical. Nothing says romantic more than a candlelit dinner if you wish to go for an evening picnic.

No picnic is complete without delicious food and snacks. You want to choose foods that are portable and won't make a lot of mess. Finger foods like olives, nuts, fruits, cured meats, gourmet cheese cured meats and cheese and dips like hummus are easy snacks that can be purchased at our fresh food retailers. Lay these out on a wooden small table or platter to create the perfect antipasto.

Celebrate your love with a bottle of sparkling champagne or Chateau Miraval Cotes De Provence Rose. Rose and white wines are great choices for a daytime picnic. For non-wine lovers, you can bring your favorite craft beers

If you were planning to tie the knot anyway, why not pop the question on Valentine's Day. I hope these beautiful images will inspire you. Now this is what a romantic picnic is supposed to look like!

HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY

Bio

Simie Seaman, enthusiast amateur photographer, history buff and collector of beautiful things. Simie is President of the Wilmington Historical Society.

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