Now’s the time for picnics. But have you got all the basics in your hamper? Here’s our picks of the must-packs as you hit the parks and beaches this summer.
When it’s time to pack your hamper and hit the wilderness, there are foods and drinks you must pay particular attention to. Cheese, wine and sandwiches spring to mind first. But where do you go to get the best for your basket? Head to these shops to make the most out of your alfresco gourmet chow-down...
What’s a picnic without cheese? The stuff was made for the outdoors. Try to buy it just before you head out, though, to get the best out of the cheese. Harder varieties such as mimolette, pavé toulousain and comté are no-brainers, but softer cheeses like camembert or bonde en gatine are quite resilient in the heat too. There are plenty of places to buy gourmet cheeses but getting them direct from importers online guarantees fresh produce and honest prices. Check out gourmet-en-provence.com or repertoireculinaire.vn.
Preferences tend to lean towards reds when it comes to outdoor eating because they taste just as good in the sun as they do at room temperature. Our fave is McWilliam’s Hanwood Estate cabernet sauvignon. The bold flavours hold their own against the stronger notes of hard cheeses. This sip also pairs well with charcuterie boards. $99. Available citywide inc Great, LG/F, Two Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Admiralty, 2918 9606; reatfoodhall.com.
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