Going out to a romantic afternoon at the park would be great if you can bring everything that you need with you. Take your romance to a whole new level and keep it alive by spending time at the park and having a sweet picnic with your love.

Here are some points you should remember when packing for a romantic picnic with your loved one:

• Make sure that you pack food that can be outside the refrigerator for some hours. You should not spoil a romantic picnic with food that is spoiled.
• Pack the right amount of utensils. Not too many, and not too few. It is best if you can have some extra utensils in case a spoon or fork falls off the ground.
• Make sure that all your utensils, food items, drinks and blanket are neatly arranged in the basket.
• Use only perfectly sealed containers. This is so that you can sure that no food or liquid will spill and that all your items would stay clean.
• Arrange the food items in a strategic way. Do not place fruits at the bottom part of the basket. Start with the heavier containers at the bottom, and then place the lighter ones on top.
• Choose a cooler over a basket if you need to travel long distance. This is so that food would not perish as you travel. You may also place ice packs at the bottom of your cooler to keep your food fresh, and your beverages cold.
• Use thermos for beverages that need to be kept warm.
• Bring different drinks. The drinks that you take with you would set the mood throughout your picnic date. Of course, you should have water as well. For a romantic feel, you can bring wine or champagne. Make sure that your bottles and glasses are carefully placed in the basket or cooler so that they would not break.
• Place the cooler in the car instead of the trunk. This is because the inside of the car is cooler and would have less risk for your food to get perished. This would also enable you to check on your picnic cooler or basket from time to time, making sure that your containers do not spill.
• Choose your utensils, blackest and towels well. Remember that your picnic should be as romantic as possible, so it is best if you can set the mood right from the utensils and blankets that you use. If you have the resources and the time, purchase matching utensils and towels.
• Do not make your sandwiches before you leave. It is best if you can pack your sandwiches unmade, and then just make them right before you eat them. This way, they remain fresh and pleasant to eat. Making them hours before you eat them would make them soggy.
• Make sure that you know the rules and regulations in the venue where you would hold your picnic. Check if alcohol is allowed, if you plan to bring such kind of drinks.