Al Fresco
THE DISH
Written by : Lauren Adam
It ’ s time to ditch the dining room and stake out a seat with a view for your next Seattle inspired picnic . Go alfresco with
bite-size appetizers , a refreshing jug of your favorite beverage on ice , and a hearty sandwich to-go . With the wind in your hair , the sun on your back , and a spread fit for royalty , you won ’ t regret letting mother nature be your maître d ’.
WHERE TO GO
Skip Gas Works and Kerry Park for these ( slightly ) lesser traveled grassy dreamlands . www . seattle . gov / parks
CARKEEK
With hiking trails , a sweeping view , BBQs , and long stretch of rocky beach , this park will leave you floating in picnic bliss .
950 NW Carkeek Park Rd ., Seattle , WA 98177
RICHMOND BEACH SALTWATER PARK
This park was made for picnics . A clean , peaceful picnic terrace overlooks the sound with a 180-degree snapshot of the PNW in all its glory . Visitors can enjoy a sandy beach just a jaunt away which is also an off-leash zone for pups .
2021 NW 190th St ., Shoreline , WA 98177
MYRTLE EDWARDS
Myrtle Edwards is an Inner Bay oasis that is always booming with bikers , joggers , and activity lovers . Find a spot on a bench or stake out a spot on the grass to enjoy the panorama of the Cascades .
3130 Alaskan Way , Seattle , WA 98121
WHAT TO BRING
These Seattle artisans will make your picnic spread shine like the reflection of the sun off the Sound .
BEECHER ’ S
Beecher ’ s offers award-winning artisan cheese with headquarters at Pike Place . Stop by the store and take a tour . Then pick up a bag of clean , full-flavored cheese curds . Try them with summer heirlooms , cilantro , chives , and avocado in a fresh tomato salad .
1600 Pike Place , Seattle , WA 98101 ; www . beechershandmadecheese . com
RACHEL ’ S GINGER BEER
Locally handcrafted ginger beer made with organic cane sugar and fresh lemons is the perfect picnic beverage . There are locations on Cap Hill and at Pike Place with flavors on tap like white peach , blood orange , mango mate , and caramelized pineapple . Just pick up a growler and make your own concoction to enjoy in the sun .
1530 Post Alley , Seattle , WA 98101 ; rachelsgingerbeer . com
MAMMOTH DELI
Mammoth Deli specializes in hearty sandwiches catering to meat and beer lovers . Call in an order and pick up a sandwich stuffed with bold satisfying flavors on fluffy breads . We love the Caveman with juicy meatballs slathered in marinara and salami . If you ’ re taking it to the park , get Predator with fried chicken leg , pork belly , Swiss , arugula , roasted red peppers , and caper aioli .
2501 Eastlake Ave . E . Seattle , WA 98102 ; mammothdeli . com
SALUMI ARTISAN CURED MEATS
Salumi brings the tradition of artistically-cured meats and Italian traditions to the PNW . Get there early if you want the full selection of sandwiches , because Salumi will sell out . Crisped Giuseppe bread is the perfect companion to Hot Sopressata Salame and soft mozzarella . Try the famed Porchetta to see what the buzz is all about .
309 3rd Ave . S , Seattle , WA 98104 ; www . salumicuredmeats . com
COUGAR MOUNTAIN COOKIES
After over 30 years in the business , these are still some of the best cookies in the Northwest . They contain no preservatives or high fructose corn syrup , so you know exactly what you ’ re getting . Snag one of the soft , chewy delights for the perfect picnic .
4224 24th Ave . W , Seattle , WA 98199 ; www . cmbc . com
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