About Us - Sunny Picnic Australia

OUR STORY

Sunny Picnic was born on a beautiful summer day in 2010 when founders Emma and Jack Thompson were celebrating their anniversary at Bondi Beach. They had meticulously prepared a picnic but struggled with keeping their ice cream and fruit fresh in the Australian heat. This challenge sparked an idea: to create picnic solutions specifically designed for Australia's unique climate and outdoor lifestyle.

Starting with just a small workshop in Sydney where they designed specialized picnic baskets with built-in cooling compartments, the Thompson siblings began selling their creations at local markets. The vibrant, colorful designs quickly gained popularity among beach-goers and outdoor enthusiasts.

By 2015, Sunny Picnic had expanded to include specially crafted ice cream that maintained consistency in warm weather, along with partnerships with local fruit growers to provide the freshest seasonal produce for picnic packages.

Today, Sunny Picnic has grown into Australia's leading picnic experience company with operations in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Perth. We've hosted over 15,000 picnics and continue to innovate with new basket designs, ice cream flavors, and seasonal fruit selections that celebrate Australia's vibrant outdoor dining culture.

OUR MISSION & VALUES

OUR MISSION

To transform everyday outdoor dining into vibrant, joyful experiences that celebrate Australia's natural beauty, fresh produce, and social connections through innovative picnic solutions.

OUR VALUES

COLORFUL CREATIVITY

We approach every picnic design with playful innovation, bringing vibrant colors and unique ideas to outdoor dining experiences.
AUSTRALIAN AUTHENTICITY

We proudly showcase Australia's finest produce and celebrate our unique outdoor lifestyle through every product we create.
SUSTAINABLE JOY

We believe memorable experiences shouldn't come at the environment's expense, which is why we use sustainable practices and materials.
COMMUNITY CONNECTION

We foster meaningful connections between people and their communities through shared picnic experiences.

MEET OUR TEAM

The passionate people behind Australia's vibrant picnic movement

EMMA THOMPSON

Co-Founder & Creative Director

With a background in design and food styling, Emma brings the visual magic to Sunny Picnic. She personally designs our signature basket collections and oversees all creative elements of our picnic experiences. Emma's passion for Australian native ingredients has inspired many of our unique ice cream flavors.

JACK THOMPSON

Co-Founder & Operations Director

Jack's background in food science and logistics ensures that every Sunny Picnic experience runs smoothly. He developed our revolutionary cooling technology that keeps ice cream perfectly chilled even on the hottest Australian summer days. Jack oversees our partnerships with local fruit growers across Australia.

OLIVIA CHEN

Marketing Director

Olivia joined Sunny Picnic in 2015 after falling in love with the concept at a beach picnic. With her background in digital marketing and event planning, she has helped transform Sunny Picnic from a local favorite to a nationally recognized brand. Olivia leads our seasonal picnic events and collaborations with Australian festivals.

MARCUS PATEL

Culinary Director

Marcus brings over 15 years of experience as a chef to Sunny Picnic. He joined in 2017 to elevate our food offerings beyond fruits and ice cream. Marcus oversees our seasonal menu development and creates unique food pairings that complement our picnic experiences. His specialty is creating picnic-friendly versions of gourmet Australian dishes.

OUR ACHIEVEMENTS

15,000+

PICNICS HOSTED

We've created memorable outdoor dining experiences for thousands of Australians and international visitors since 2010.

ICE CREAM FLAVORS

Our artisanal ice cream collection has grown to include unique Australian-inspired flavors that stay perfectly chilled in our special baskets.

AWARDS WON

Recognized for innovation, design, and sustainability in the Australian food and tourism industries.

CITIES SERVED

With locations in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Perth, we're bringing picnic joy to Australians across the country.

AWARDS & RECOGNITION

"Best Outdoor Dining Experience" - Australian Tourism Awards 2022
"Innovation in Food Delivery" - Sydney Food Festival 2021
"Sustainable Business Practices" - Green Business Australia 2020
"Best Picnic Experience" - Outdoor Living Magazine 2019
"Most Creative Food Presentation" - Australian Food Design Awards 2018

WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS SAY

"Sunny Picnic made my proposal at Bondi Beach absolutely perfect! The custom basket with our favorite fruits and that special champagne ice cream was beyond anything I could have arranged myself. My fiancée was completely surprised and said it was the most beautiful picnic setup she'd ever seen. We'll be back for our anniversary!"

— Hannah Wilson, Sydney

★★★★★

"As a busy dad of three kids, organizing family outings can be stressful. Sunny Picnic has become our weekend tradition - the children love the colorful baskets and special fruit arrangements. The ice cream that doesn't melt immediately is nothing short of magical! The team always remembers our preferences and makes each picnic special."

— James Rodriguez, Melbourne

★★★★★

"I organized a corporate team building event with Sunny Picnic and it was the highlight of our year! The customized baskets with our company colors and the interactive fruit carving workshop brought everyone together. Several international colleagues mentioned it was their favorite Australian experience during their visit. Highly recommended for corporate events!"

— Aisha Patel, Brisbane

★★★★★