Having a Picnic Breakfast

Having your morning meal in the fresh, crisp air of autumn can be an energizing way to start your day.

When you're on a road trip, the temptation is often to simply go to the fast-food drive through for some greasy grub that will likely leave you feeling unsatisfied, as you try to eat it in the car without making a mess. Why not prolong your vacation just a bit longer, stop at a coffee shop and get some scones or muffins and delicious, hot gourmet coffee? Taking a few moments to enjoy the scenery while you're out, and spending some extra quality time with your family or friends can make that trip seem even more special and full of great memories.

You can have a romantic Sunday brunch in the park any day of the week. Get out your fancy picnic basket and pull out all the stops - what could be better than having a mimosa with the one you love, out in the fresh cool air? Your favorite restaurant would likely be happy to box an order up for you - or you could make the meal at home. Quiche, scrambled eggs, waffles and French toast can all be transported in a tupperware container for gourmet breakfast food with minimal mess. You could serve it in the tupperware for a quick and easy solution with less clean-up, or turn it out onto your beautiful picnic plates. Recipezaar has an entire section devoted just to recipes and meal ideas for picnic breakfasts.

Most mornings, you just don't have time to stop and have a nice breakfast before going to work - but for those days when you are able to get yourself up early, it's truly worth every minute. Coffee and tea backpacks make it easy to pack up a bagel and cream cheese, some hot coffee, or whatever else strikes your fancy so you can head out and take some time to yourself before starting the daily grind. The Columbia Coffee Backpack for 2 has everything you need for a peaceful morning meal outdoors.