In Hong Kong (where I live), picnics often take the form of seaside barbecues. Hungry groups arrive early to local beaches or coastal parks to snag public grills and picnic benc… See more

France’s endless farmer’s markets and épiceries(specialty grocery stores) make picnicking a snap. “Picnic traditions in Paris are simple,” says Shaheen Peerbhai, a pastry chef … See more

Summer heat makes lunchtime picnics in India less appealing, says Peerbhai. So many save their outdoor dining for the cooler hours later in the day. “Growing up in Bombay, a … See more

Australia’s Northern Territory has an official Picnic Day holiday every first Monday of August, traditionally celebrated with a picnic along the Adelaide River. Many residents take the lon… See more

Argentineans are famously wild for their yerba maté, a kind of tea typically sipped from a gourd cup with a special metal straw that strains out the loose leaves. Even a short jaunt … See more