The Best To-Go Picnic Boxes In Auckland

Let Patch Café pack your picnic; the ‘Patch To Go’ box is the perfect combination of sweet and savoury. For lunch, you’ll dine upon an array of fresh goodies like Korean fried chicken, prawn and avocado sandwiches on thick white bread and creamy chicken sandwiches. Last, but not least, dessert; there’s a spread of fresh seasonal fruit and baked treats such as lamingtons and sugar-coated doughnuts with a sweet cream filling.

You’ll be the life of the picnic if you show up with one of these bad boys. Each box is $55; and can be ordered by calling, texting or visiting Patch Café. It takes a minimum of 20 minutes to prepare these picnic boxes, pre-order to guarantee a time that suits you.

If you’re missing the finer things in life, you’ll appreciate the effort that has gone into Andiamo’s ‘Picnic To Go’ basket. That’s right, deck out your picnic with a selection of fresh and modern Italian-inspired cuisine, pair with a bottle of your best vino and live a life of luxury.

Work your way through the antipasti selection, with salami picante, prosciutto and truffle prosciutto cotto. You’ll also unpack fresh crostini, chicken liver pâté, cured Mount Cook salmon and fresh cannoli with honey and lemon risotto. This box is great for celebrating special occasions! Secure your picnic box by ordering online or calling the restaurant; each box is $85 and worth every dime.

Black Rice has officially joined the picnic party, and we could not be happier. This cuisine pairs Chinese fine-dining techniques with the unforgettable flavours of Southeast Asian street food. Black Rice has a delectable vegan combo box available in two sizes; for two people at $63 and four people at $93.

Eat your way through a variety of Black Rice’s most popular dishes, like the kung pao vegan chicken, handmade trio of spring rolls, black truffle rice, wok-fried green beans, dried fried eggplant and a Malaysian tofu salad. Black Rice is the perfect option for those of you that want to try new and incredible flavours.

Raising expectations for picnic cuisine is Janken Japanese, with its ‘Special Outside Hung Out Set’, you and four friends can eat like royalty. If you’ve had the pleasure of dining at Janken Japanese, then you have already experienced the sensational, vibrant and fresh Japanese cuisine and know what to expect. For newbies, you’re in for a treat. We are beyond excited for this picnic box and can’t wait to savour every bite.

This is a vegan box with beautiful dishes like the Nanban-style karaage tofu, Imo mochi, Chirashi sushi with creamy avocado, miso buns, edamame and many more outstanding dishes. You’ll need to book one day in advance, and Janken is only taking orders by phone for this set; each box is $140.

With all this sunshine, there’s nowhere else we’d rather be than lounging around on a picnic blanket with a Park Hyatt selection of goodies spread out before us. Get your sweet and savoury fix with the ‘Afternoon Tea Picnic’ box, serving serious spring vibes with vibrant colours and crisp fresh flavours.

Nibble on a selection of afternoon tea classics like cheese scones, bacon and egg quiche, salmon and dill sandwiches, strawberry shortcake, salted caramel slice and many more. Throw in your choice of tea and let the picnic party commence. If you’d like to kick things up a notch, go for the luxe picnic option and score a bottle of champagne. The standard box goes for $55, and the price increases for the luxe and extravaganza box. Order online before 4pm to pick up fresh the next day.