About Picnic Time! Originally from Italy, Picnic Time's creators, Mario Tagliati and Gustavo Cosaro, have long been aficionados of good food, good wine, and good company. For over twenty-six years, they have made it their business to inspire others to get out and enjoy life.

As former owners of a successful gourmet and wine store that was famous for its holiday gift baskets, Mario and Gustavo sought to create a unique line of gifts that could be sold year-round. They introduced a series of traditional high-quality picnic baskets in 1982 and before long, other retailers were clamoring to purchase wholesale baskets for their own stores. Picnic Time was born!