Ah, summer! The warm sun and summer breezes, sitting on a picnic blanket in the park or even in your back yard with your loved ones, enjoying delicious, mouthwatering food, and refreshing drinks. Chatting and laughing with the people closest to you, making beautiful memories, and having a relaxing, fun day, letting all of your worries slip away. Doesn't that sound nice? Even though we are currently facing a pandemic, we can still enjoy this beautiful season outdoors safely.
Here are some ideas for your next picnic! (HInt: All of the following food items can be ordered with us Aurora Catering, so if you want an easy food fix, we'd love to help you host a nice themed picnic with your loved ones).
All American Classic BBQ
We're starting with the traditional park picnic barbeque. Classic beverages like lemonade and iced tea are also a must! And perhaps beer and a chilled chardonnay!
- Pulled Pork
- BBQ Beef
- Housemade Rolls
- Cole Slaw
- Potato Salad
- Cheesy Mac n' Cheese
- Tomato Watermelon Salad
- Chocolate Covered Strawberries
By the Sea
We are calling all seafood fans! Seafood is a great picnic theme option for you and your guests at home! There are many options for packing a delicious, healthy picnic meal that all seafood lovers will enjoy.
- Skewered Shrimp with Cilantro Lime Butter
- Poached Salmon with Dill, Crème Fraîche & Fennel Cucumber Salad
- Crab Cakes
- Butternut Squash & Kale Salad
- DIY Ice Cream Sundae Bar
¡Fiesta!
Did someone say fiesta? Enjoy Mexican and Latin based dishes at your next picnic. With the right fun and festive music, you'll surely do the "salsa" at this fun picnic! A variety of meats can be found at these fiestas as well: Carne Asada, Carnitas, Beef, and Chicken. Sangria is a must!
- Empanadas
- Taco Bar
- Honeydew Melon Basil Gazpacho
- Chocolate de Mexico, with cinnamon and chili peppers
Mediterranean
Bring on the hummus and kebobs! This regional cuisine highlights the best food the Mediterranean has to offer. From Spain to Morroco, here are some foods you can't miss at this picnic. Take this easy & portable picnic oceanside! Nothing like a relaxing day with a sea breeze flowing through your hair and hearing the ocean waves! Negative ions, anyone?
- Pickled & Grilled Vegetable Platter, Hummus
- Marinated Chicken Skewers
- Caprese Skewers
- Lentil Salad with Dried Cranberries & Pumpkin Seeds
- Tomato, Watermelon & Feta Salad
Brunchtastic!
You can't go wrong with brunch. With a brunch themed picnic at home, you can combine both of those breakfast and lunch favorites into one spectacular meal! Brunch foods also provide a lovely combination of midmorning sweet and salty food combinations that you and your picnic pals will be sure to love! Add a mimosa bar and you're all set!
- Mini Muffins: Blueberry, Cinnamon, or Banana
- Spinach Mushroom Quiche
- Chicken Salad Wrap
- Seasonal Fruit Salad or Sliced Fruit Platter
- Yogurt Parfait
Remember, any of the shortlists of dishes underneath each picnic theme are easily ordered at Aurora Catering. Just contact us at (510) 582-9529 or dawn@auroracateringbayarea.com to get started on your excellent picnic. Happy picnicking, and stay safe! www.AuroraCateringBayArea.com
