The Lanesborough Offers Butler Picnics

From Jane Austen’s literary vignettes to Victorian England’s famed summertime gatherings, picnicking has long been considered a very British affair. In celebration of this cultural affection, The Lanesborough in London will offer guests “Butler Picnics” between May and August 2011. The property’s unmatched sense of elegance, proximity to Hyde Park and impeccable butler service ensure that The Lanesborough Butler Picnics offer the ultimate alfresco dining experience. The Lanesborough will create beautiful bespoke hampers to suit all occasions; including romantic picnics á deux to fun-filled family gatherings. Savory menu highlights include summer inspired canapés, Cornish poached lobster with Beluga mayonnaise and balotine of truffled foie gras with asparagus jelly washed down with chilled Taittinger Rose Champagne. To follow, relish in a Cropwell bishop stilton trifle with pear marmalade and oatmeal sablée or a scrumptious summer berry Rumtop. Finish off the culinary extravaganza with The Lanesborough’s Artisan chocolates. All will be served with crystal glasses, plates, linen, napkins and a large picnic rug. To ensure an enjoyable and memorable experience, butlers will provide a personal consultation to modify each menu, ensuring that favorite dishes and drinks are served.

Romantic Picnic Ideas

Romantic Picnic Ideas

Want to plan a romantic picnic? These romantic picnic ideas are designed to help you celebrate the joy of being with that special person in your life. Be creative and have fun!

You'll find ideas for special touches that help create a romantic atmosphere, menu ideas, and ideas on where to have a picnic. If you live in San Diego, you'll want to take note at of the recommended San Diego picnic locations.

Romantic Picnic Ideas ~ Special Touches

1. If either of you play an instrument, bring it with you. A serenade will be fun.

2. If having a nighttime picnic, do some research and find out what stars will be in the evening sky. Don't forget to make a wish on a star. Bring a blanket so you can both lay on the ground and gaze up at the stars.

3. Turn your picnic into an elegant event by bringing china, candles, tablecloth, a vase, real silverware and flowers. Depending on the location of your picnic you may need to bring a small table and chairs as well.

4. A great romantic picnic idea is to bring along a book of romantic poems. Take turn reading them to each other.

5. Have everything ready to go and make the picnic a surprise. Write a love letter or poem to present during the picnic.

6. Plan your picnic to watch the sunset as you are dining. Head to the beach if you live near the ocean. It's hard to surpass the beauty of the sun sinking slowing into the water.

7. Play the "Love Game". Bring a football or frisbee. Stand facing each other about 10-15 feet apart. Whoever has the football makes a comment to the other. The comment may mention what you love about that person. It can be romantic or even sexy. After your turn, you take a step forward. Alternate turns. Game ends when you can touch each other. This romantic picnic idea is lots of fun!

8. Bring a CD player and put on some nice romantic music.

Romantic Picnic Ideas ~ Menu Suggestions A picnic menu will depend on what the two of you like to eat.

1. Prepare favorite foods that both of you enjoy. Include a dessert and a beverage. Turkey sandwiches, potato salad, a chilled bottle of Chardonnay, and chocolate-covered strawberries might be a meal that I would choose. What are your favorites?

2. Have a BBQ.

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