How to Pack the Perfect Picnic

Transform your picnic into an elegant affair by following tips from Real Simple .

• Sittings is for sissies–Encourage lounging with weather-resistant pillows spread around the blanket.

•Sip in style with shatterproof wine glasses that feature removable stems. Nothing says "upscale" like ditching the plastic cups.

•Add mood lighting with a tealight lantern, or a pretty cintronella candle that casts a lovely glow while keeping the bugs away.

Check out our collection of summer appetizers, perfect for a night on the lawn or an evening on the back porch.