The Little Picnic Book

Based in San Francisco, CA, Cristina Viseu is an award-winning video director and art director who has crafted a unique niche as a beloved cottagecore picnic creator. Transitioning from the glamour of the beauty and fashion industry, Cristina harnessed her passion for food and entertainment to curate and host exquisite picnics. With a desire to inspire others, she launched a popular TikTok account, @cristinaviseu, where she shares aesthetic recipes, childhood-inspired bentos, and breath-taking picnic scenes. The Little Picnic Book is a culmination of her journey, weaving in her insights and experiences to guide readers towards a simpler, cozier lifestyle. Cristina's belief is that everyone can embrace a slice of the serene cottagecore aesthetic, with the right tools and a sprinkle of imagination. Her dedication to the craft shines through each page, making this book more than a guide─it's an invitation to transform everyday moments into unforgettable experiences.

Table of Contents
Introduction: How I Began Picnic-ing

What to Bring on a Picnic


The Invite

Menu

Food

The Picnic Blanket

Small Table

Dishware

Glassware

Cutlery

Other Essentials

Picnic Checklist

Easy Picnic Templates

How to Transport Your Food

How to Choose and Pack a Picnic Basket

General Food Safety Tips

A Bit About Oils

Grains

Milk and Milk Alternatives



Platters


Cheeseboard

Crudité Board

Grazing Board

Fresh Fruit



Appetizers


Bruschetta Recipe

Melon Prosciutto Skewers

Croquette

Fresh Spring Rolls

Friend Chicken Bites

Miso Chicken Skewers

Glazed Tteokkochi Skewers

Spicy Shrimp Kebab

Pork and Green Onion Pan Friend Dumplings

Pork and Chive Baos



Side Dishes


Grilled Vegetables

Asparagus, Potato, and Bacon Rolls

Enoki Mushroom Beef Rolls

Fried Tempura

Tonkatsu



Salads


Fruit Salad Recipe

Peach Burrata Recipe

Yuzu Cabbage Salad

Simple Tangy Potato Salad

Roasted Root Vegetable Salad

Rice Noodle Salad

Fresh Lotus Root Salad

Caprese Salad

Pesto Pasta Salad

Lemon Pasta Salad



Rice and Noodles


Kimbap

Soothing Mushroom Rice

Onigiri

Inari Sushi

Easy Japchae



Sandwiches and Wraps


Smoked Salmon Bagel with Lox and Cream Cheese

Cucumber Tea Sandwich

Katsu Sandwich

Japanese Egg Sandwich

Avocado and Egg Sandwich

Ham and Cheese Croissant

Caprese Sandwich

Prosciutto Fig and Brie Sandwich

Strawberry Cream Sandwich

Mini Focaccia Pizzas

Mini Puff Pastry Bites



Desserts


Cherry Pie

Fruit Tart

Croffle with Whipped Cheese and Strawberries

Chocolate Strawberries

Lemon Tart

Strawberry Waffles

Matcha Mochi Donuts

Zesty Lemon Poundcake

Mini Strawberry Cakes

Strawberry Tanghulu

Dango

Floral Sugar Cookies



Beverages


Sparkling Green Grape Ade

Spiced Cider

Strawberry Mint Spritz

Peach Bellini

Sparkling Lemonade

Strawberry Matcha Latte

Rosemary Grapefruit Sparkler

Strawberry Milk

Ginger Peach Tea

Sparkling Pear Green Tea Lemonade

Cherry Blossom Latte

Taro Milk Tea



Goodbye for Now

Acknowledgements

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