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Plan a perfect picnic with these top picnic picks

July 3, 2023 • 
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Sweets, treats, and summer eats: Spend less time planning the picnic and more time enjoying it with these top recs from Kroger.

Photo provided by Kroger

There’s no better way to savor the season than with an outdoor outing + a basket full of picnic eats. That’s why Kroger is here to offer these recs for the perfect summer picnic:

Sandwiches + Slaw

  • Private Selection Croissants with Derby City Chicken Salad and Deli Summer Slaw

Wine, Cheese + Charcuterie

  • Private Selection Crackers, Murray’s Cheeses, and Private Selection Genoa Salami paired with Barefoot Cellars Rosé Wine

Summer sweets

  • Seasonal fruits or bakery-fresh peach pie

Pro tip: Save $15 on your first online order.

Pick your picnic eats

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