AN INDOOR PICNIC

this is a sort of how-to for something that is easy as pie.

ahem.  HOW TO HAVE AN INDOOR PICNIC:

1. have your plans for an outdoor picnic rained out
2. relocate picnic to your dining room table
3. rejoice over fresh fruits, vegetables and cheeses from the farmer's market, get excited about cured  meats, and pull out a giant bottle of white wine.
4. cut all fruits, vegetables and cheeses into bite-sized pieces.
5. pull out any type of bread or crackers.
6. put out chips and homemade dip if you have the time
7. anticipation of some sort of dessert is always nice (in this case, dixie donuts and proper pie)
8. feed the boys 'real food' if they wrinkle their nose at the idea of eating like the europeans do
9. compile killer combinations like a slice of french bread spread with ricotta and honey drizzled on top.  top with cucumber or pancetta if you wish.
10. enjoy with friends