Flip this compact plain wood carrier for food, drinks and utensils and it becomes a low table for serving or eating poolside, on a beach blanket or on a coverlet in the grass. The sides and legs fold up to turn it into a carrier, which is easily opened and locked to transition from accessory to furniture. Food52 Fold-Up Wooden Picnic Table & Carrier, $180, food52.com. Follow NYT Food on Twitter and NYT Cooking on Instagram, Facebook and Pinterest. Get regular updates from NYT Cooking, with recipe suggestions, cooking tips and shopping advice.

Source: New York Times July 26, 2021 19:30 UTC