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Central Park Picnic with Izze

08/24/15 | New York City

Another one bites the dust.  This weekend I was able to cross number 64 off my 101 list, have a homemade picnic in Central Park. After working out Sunday morning my friend Ali and I headed to the park with an overflowing bag of food.  If you had asked me what I would have packed last summer I would have named delicious, high-calorie items but this summer I packed a much healthier proverbial basket including low-calorie drinks. As part of my fitness goals I have tried very hard to not use up my daily allotment of calories on beverages but instead stick to sparkling water, tea, and coffee. These IZZE Sparkling Waters were a great way to mix it up and remain on track with my goals.  (This weekend I was all about maxi dresses). 

Central Park PicnicCentral Park LakeStrawberry Fields in Central Park
After navigating through Central Park we set up our spread in the famed Strawberry Fields.  When packing for a picnic there are six must haves: delicious food, refreshing drinks, hand sanitizer, a picnic blanket, sunglasses, and a great book.  After a few photos we dug right into our meal; prosciutto and provolone on fresh bread, an assorted fruit salad, and veggies with dip all paired with sparkling water. 

I brought along the three flavors of IZZE Sparkling Water, a bold sparkling water with true-to-the-fruit flavors: Mandarin Lime, Blackberry Pear, and Raspberry Watermelon in my basket. These low-calorie drinks come in adorable glass bottles and are USDA Organic Certified – made with organic natural flavors and organic cane sugar – and the best part? They only have 10 calories per 12-oz serving. 

 
IZZE Sparkling Water in Central Park Central Park Picnic with IZZE Sparkling WaterIZZE Sparkling WatersIZZE Sparkling Water Cheers

After the picnic we wandered through more of Central Park to the Upper West Side and stopped by a few shops and a flea market before heading back to the Upper East Side where we both live. 

The Imagine Mosaic at the John Lennon Memorial at Strawberry Fields in Central ParkAmerican Museum of Natural History Astor Turret

What was the highlight of your weekend? 

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Comments

  1. CHIC ADVENTURE IT! says

    August 26, 2015 at 3:21 pm

    OMG! I miss picnics in the city!
    Fortunately I’m not there now. =(
    Just found your blog and love it!

    xo
    Giha
    http://chicadventureit.com/

  2. ISA-Professional says

    August 25, 2015 at 10:06 pm

    Such a delicious spread, never picnicked at central park, definitive must do next time in Manhattan

    ISA Professional

  3. Sarah Tyau says

    August 25, 2015 at 4:52 am

    I want some of that food, it looks delicious! I must try Izze!

    http://www.ourlifeisbeautiful.com/2015/08/diy-vintage-wedding-dress-to-cocktail.html

  4. bri says

    August 24, 2015 at 11:41 pm

    I just adore your blog so much! I hope you had a great day! xo

    Love,
    Bri
    http://www.cityfashiongirl.com
    http://www.youtube.com/briannadeg

  5. Sara Strauss says

    August 24, 2015 at 8:21 pm

    Central Park is one of my favorite places in the world! It’s so beautiful! A picnic in the park sounds wonderful! Those drinks look so good! I’ve tried other Izze drinks, but not these…not yet! 🙂
    ~Sara

  6. Head to Toe Chic says

    August 24, 2015 at 4:51 pm

    That picnic looked so good!!

    xo,
    Angela

  7. Anika says

    August 24, 2015 at 3:39 pm

    Lovely photos!

    Anika | http://www.anikamay.co.uk

  8. Rachel says

    August 24, 2015 at 1:38 pm

    What a pretty dress for a picnic in the park. You are so cute, looks like you had a great time.

    http://www.racheldinh.com

  9. Harija says

    August 24, 2015 at 1:33 pm

    Great post and hope you had an amazing weekend!!
    MyLyfeMyStory

  10. Julia Mazzucato says

    August 24, 2015 at 11:30 am

    I’ll have to try these! Usually carbonated beverages upset my stomach, but these look really great. I wonder if they would be good frozen into ice cubes or popsicles?
    Julia // Little Miss Haute Couture

  11. Alecz says

    August 24, 2015 at 11:25 am

    That sparkling water looks so refreshing! I love the striped maxi dress. The colours are amazing!

    https://forsevenseasons.wordpress.com

  12. megan says

    August 24, 2015 at 11:11 am

    Love IZZE! So glad to find another NYC gal!

    Xo, Megan, http://www.TfDiaries.com

  13. Chanel says

    August 24, 2015 at 11:11 am

    I love, love, love Izze and I’m glad I stumbled onto your site today! I remember first trying Izze at Border’s (when that was a thing)! I’ll definitely have to get one of these. I was just discussing Strawberry Fields with my family the other day. Looks like a perfect day.

    xox
    Chanel
    JEMAPPELLECHANEL.COM

  14. Christianne says

    August 24, 2015 at 10:26 am

    Effect weTher at the park. Nice pictures!

    Happy Monday!

    http://simplychristianne.com

    • Christianne says

      August 24, 2015 at 10:27 am

      * I meant Perfect weather…

  15. Sahra says

    August 24, 2015 at 10:21 am

    I love your dress, this looks like such a fun time!

    XO Sahra
    Que Sera Sahra

  16. Amanda says

    August 24, 2015 at 10:09 am

    This looks like a lovely day, I hope to visit Central Park one day!

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