April 05, 2012

spring hopes

Easter weekend has arrived! Usually this time of year means blooming flowers and brightly coloured eggs and sunshine, but with the grey weather looming, it's time to stay positive and plan ahead.

I've been dreaming about countryside picnics, beach barbecues and weekend camping trips. There is just something so special about cooking food outdoors, it somehow always tastes better, or else you are just so starving from running around the beach or the park all day that anything grilled would taste good.


                        Whitsable Barbecue                                          Retro Cooler in Classic Cream

Many campsites and beaches don't allow fires, so this Whitsable Barbecue is a perfect solution. Instead of continually buying those throw-away barbecues, this will last for years.

A proper cooler is a must for me this summer, it makes creating delicious meals outdoors so much easier, and you can stop worrying that everything is going off in the heat. The retro look of this Classic Cream cooler is right on trend, with a sturdy handle and I love that it doesn't look like a cooler, just looks clean and classy.

                Flowers in Bloom Disposable Cup                               Glass Jar Votive Holder

These paper cups are simply gorgeous! Not your regular paper cup, these are worthy of a garden party or special barbecue. You can never have enough cups, so it's always handy to pack a few extra that can't get broken and add some colour to your spread.

These votive holders are so sweet, scatter some around your campsite to set the mood, or even just a few in the back garden. Hang them with the handle or simply sit them on your tabletop. I love the rustic country feeling they create.

Soon there will be sun (I hope)! I guess the other week was a bit of a tease, hopefully a tiny glimpse of spring to come. Can't wait to get out to the countryside the next sunny weekend I get, what would be your go-to camping or picnic perfect recipe? I need inspiration !

Happy Easter Weekend all !

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