Valentine’s Day Indoor Picnic
Create a cozy and romantic indoor picnic with a customizable menu of comfort foods and beverages, perfect for celebrating love on Valentine's Day or any special occasion.
Ingrédients
Charcuterie Board
- 200 g Assorted cheese (cheddar, brie, gouda)
- 100 g Cured meats (salami, prosciutto)
- 1 box Crackers
- 200 g Fresh fruits (grapes, berries)
- 100 g Olives
Main Dish
- 12 pieces Caprese skewers (cherry tomatoes, basil, mozzarella)
- 50 g Pesto for drizzling
Dip and Accompaniment
- 200 g Hummus
- 1 bag Pita chips
Dessert
- 12 pieces Chocolate-covered strawberries
- 6 pieces Mini cupcakes
Beverages
- 1 bottle Sparkling wine or non-alcoholic sparkling juice
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients on your picnic blanket, ensuring you have everything you need at hand.
- On a large wooden board or platter, start placing your assorted cheeses, cured meats, and crackers.
- Assemble the Caprese skewers by threading cherry tomatoes, basil leaves, and mozzarella balls on small wooden sticks. Drizzle with pesto just before serving.
- Place the hummus in a small bowl and arrange it next to your pita chips.
- Arrange the chocolate-covered strawberries and mini cupcakes on a separate section of your picnic spread.
- Chill your sparkling wine or juice in an ice bucket.
- Tidy up the picnic area, ensuring everything is easily accessible.
- Create the ambience with soft music and dim lights.
Serving
- Allow each person to serve themselves from the charcuterie board.
- Sit back, enjoy the meal, and engage in deep conversations.
Notes
Store leftovers in airtight containers. Keep fruits, cheeses, and meats separate in the fridge. Consider a Mediterranean twist for added flavor.