I’m going to start this entry with a caveat: You can’t have alcohol on Laguna Beach beaches.
There. That’s over. Now, there are plenty of parks, concerts-in-the-park and even the Festival Grounds at the Pageant of the Masters that allow portable food and drink. And, since this IS Laguna Beach, why not pick up a ready-made picnic basket from one of the finest restaurants in town?
The Broadway by Amar Santana came up with a great way to make memorable your picnics in Laguna Beach.
The restaurant recently announced “Red” and “White” summer picnic boxes that include wine opener, drinkware, plateware and cutlery built for two. Just call (949) 715-8234 to reserve your picnic box. The restaurant only needs about 15 minutes’ notice. You can stop by any time on Sunday after 11:00 a.m., or on all other days after 2:00 p.m. to pick up your prized picnic.
The Red Picnic Box ($40) includes a half bottle of Sonoma-Cutrer Pinot Noir Russian River Valley 2008 with homemade items: Spanish Chorizo, Country Pork Pate, Salami, Artisanal Cheese, Spice Roasted Hazelnuts, Sliced Bread Crisps, Dried Fruit and Marinated Olives.
The White Picnic Box ($40) includes a half bottle of Brander Sauvignon Blanc Santa Ynez Valley 2012 with homemade items: Spanish Chorizo, Country Pork Pate, Salami, Artisanal Cheese, Spice Roasted Hazelnuts, Sliced Bread Crisps, Dried Fruit and Marinated Olives.
Not a bad start to a great late afternoon or evening event!