Local media reported that at least two people died earlier this week but authorities are yet to confirm if their death was due to extreme heat
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Pack a beach picnic
As an island girl, I am partial to the beach. So a lovely beach picnic sums up my ideal way to spend the entire day outdoors. Make or buy your favourite dishes and keep them in insulating containers. Don’t forget to pack hats, a huge beach umbrella and a large mat as well. An igloo with ice is a must, as well as chilled water and other beverages of choice.
Go for a boat ride
Now this is taking a regular beach picnic and kicking it up a few notches. By far one of my favourite ways to enjoy being outdoors, being on water is the stuff Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous are made of. Take along some bubblies, fruit kebabs and other simple but elegant canapés for added finesse. Whatever you do, bring water and wear long wearing lipstick so you can still look fabulous in your Instagram and Facebook photo after hours of snacking.
Party at the park
TABLE FOR FOUR: Enjoy tea time with your family in the patio or balcony
If you are dying to entertain but do not have the space, get creative! Take it to the park. You can either do all the food and drinks yourself if you like to do all the work, or you can make it a potluck and tell everyone what to carry so that you won’t have all rice and no meat. Bring games for adults and children and food to last for hours. A portable grill is very useful since the parks barbecues are always nabbed by smarties who actually have people assigned to hold spaces ahead of the arrival of the rest of the party.
Have tea on the patio
If you have a patio or even a balcony, why not entertain there? Get mini cupcakes, make scones and source some really great homemade jams from one of the artisans at the Foodie Friday Market. Get some clotted cream and score a selection of fine teas from Galleries Lafayette. It’s time to dust off your fine bone China tea set.
Bring the dining table outside
We’ve all had countless backyard barbecues but a sit-down dinner under the stars is a rather special affair. Be sure to get lots of votive candles and even citronella torches to add mood lighting and even keep pesky bugs at bay. This is casual elegance at its finest. Even a rustic old dinner size outdoor table will do.
Cheese and pairings tête-à-tête
There is nothing more romantic than a selection of great cheese perfectly matched with grape varieties… just for two. Artfully arrange a cheese platter and select some great jazz music for an evening to remember. A lovely comfortable sofa for two or even two large floor cushions placed outside and a coffee table are all you need. Tea lights add extra sparkle.
COOK UP A STORM: Pack up fresh ingredients and a portable grill to have your own little party in the park
Breakfast at sunrise
It ends at the beginning. The morning after the night before. Now this is the scene you see in the movies. Forget the typical breakfast in bed. Take the coffee, eggs, toast and jam and paper on the patio or balcony for a relaxing and rejuvenating start of the day. Simple is best for this as you don’t want to have to spend hours in the kitchen making this meal. Furthermore, it is more about the presentation and the location. Be sure to make it your best quality coffee (or tea if you please) and a copy of the newspaper topped with a single rose is a stroke of genius.
TIP: When planning a picnic in the park, ensure you carry extra trash bags so you can wrap up and throw away all the trash once you’ve finished your meal.
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