When it comes to taking advantage of the first warm spring weather, there's no better way to do it than with a nice, leisurely picnic. When was the last time you went on a picnic? If your answer is "way too long ago," it's time to ask yourself why. For many people, it's because they simply don't get around to purchasing the necessary equipment. The most important piece of picnic equipment, of course, is the picnic baskets!

The picnic basket has come a long way over the past few decades. What began as a rustic wicker container now helps keep hot foods hot and cold foods cold. Today, picnic baskets are insulated to maintain temperature and freshness. Of course, many modern temperature-controlled styles preserve the handcrafted charm of the wicker basket through a rustic, old-fashioned exterior.

Wine Picnic Baskets from Outdora
Still another new spin on the traditional picnic basket is the wine picnic basket. Some believe that a picnic just isn't complete without a bottle of wine. These baskets may be designed for holding just wine, or a combination of wine and food. One of main obstacles to bringing wine on a picnic, though, has been the lack of adequate storage . . . which is why the wine picnic basket was invented.

Basket designs and features often include insulated interiors to ensure the correct wine temperature, as well as a section for holding glassware. Some wine picnic baskets also come with accessories such as napkins, corkscrews, and bottle stoppers. Browse our site to see the amazing variety of wine picnic baskets being offered today!