Do you hear that sound? It’s the sound of summer running out, and if you don’t take advantage now it’ll be all fall leaves and rain drops before you know it. Get yourself to the beach, quick, while you still can…and bring some nibbles, noshes and libations while you’re at it so that you can spend the whole day (or at least stay until sunset).

The only problem with gourmet feasting surf side is finding a way to juggle everything and stay relaxed. Or that was the only problem until now. Enter the Bamboo Wine Table from Uncommon Goods. It’s made from 100% sustainable bamboo and crafted to hold a couple wine glasses and a small snack (perhaps a great cheese from a local, organic dairy farm?) without requiring any effort on your part. Simply push the stake on the bottom of the wine table into the sand and slip your wineglasses into the holders to become the envy of all other beach goers. Of course, if you can’t make it all the way to the beach you can just as easily throw down a blanket on the front lawn and dig the wine table in there (we suggest a little star gazing and sipping for a great eco-friendly evening).

Don’t forget to complete your no-fuss picnic with an organic wine, though. Conventional wines can contain a shocking amount of pesticides and, in turn, can be bad for the areas they’re grown in. Try a summery organically-grown Chardonnay from Chile if you’re in the mood for something white and light or an organic Cabernet Sauvignon from Frey Vineyards if red is more your style (pair with a Fair Trade dark chocolate bar for true beach-side bliss). Not into alcohol? Throw a bottle of organic sparkling lemonade in the beach bag for a fun change from sparkling apple juice that feels just as festive.

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