Going out for dinner and drinks with friends can be expensive. But you don't have to sacrifice fun and good food just to save money. Instead, why not try al-fresco dining with a tapas-style picnic? It's an easy and affordable way to indulge in delicious food while enjoying the outdoors. Here are five savvy tips for creating a tapas-style picnic without breaking the bank.
Check the weather and delegate tasks
Before planning your picnic, make sure to check the weather forecast. Pick a day when it's dry and sunny so you can fully enjoy the experience. Once you've chosen the day, divide the responsibilities among your friends. One person can bring blankets, another can provide plates, and a third can handle the cutlery. Each friend can also be in charge of shopping for one element of the picnic.
Charcuterie: Easy and affordable
For the charcuterie, assign one guest the task of buying cooked meats and cheese. Tesco offers a meat and antipasti sharing platter for £5, which includes salami, cheese, olives, and dip. Aldi also has packs of Italian salami and cheese for £1.79 each. Grab a couple of these packs and add a pack of olives for £1.69.
Tortilla: A filling and versatile option
A Spanish-style egg-and-potato tortilla is not only delicious but also filling. You can enjoy it cold or freshly cooked. Purchase Aldi's potato-and-onion tortillas for £1.99 each and pair them with a crusty French stick, usually costing around £1.
Sweet treat and refreshments
Assign someone to be in charge of dessert and ask them to grab a tub of hummus for the spread as well. Try New York cheesecake for £3.29 and hummus for 89p, both from Aldi. Morrisons' Limoncello dessert for £3.29 and red-pepper hummus for £1.35 are also great options. As for drinks, save money by bringing your own fizz. Ask one person to find a bottle of bubbly for around £5. Tesco offers Bella Cucina Asti for £5, and Aldi has Costellore Prosecco for £5.49.
Shop smart and save money
It's always good to find a deal, especially when it comes to back-to-school supplies. Tesco is currently offering a six-pack of Staedtler pastel highlighters for £5 with a Clubcard, down from £6.50. Make sure to take advantage of such savings whenever possible.
With these tips, you can create a tapas-style picnic for al-fresco dining that won't break the bank. Enjoy good food, great company, and the beautiful outdoors without worrying about the cost.
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