An Afternoon Lull: Quinoa Salad, Grazing Alpacas, and Tent-Side Calm on Westport Island

WESTPORT ISLAND FARM FIELD GUIDE

An Afternoon Lull: Quinoa Salad, Grazing Alpacas, and Tent-Side Calm on Westport Island

A one-hour, tented farm lunch at Lulu's Barn on Westport Island where Chef Lynn serves a hand-prepared quinoa salad, a mozzarella & tomato finger sandwich, and a pistachio cookie while alpacas graze nearby.

An Afternoon Lull: Quinoa Salad, Grazing Alpacas, and Tent-Side Calm on Westport Island.

Duration
1 Hour
Location
Westport Island
Operator
Lulu's Barn
Category
Farm
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
Published Verified

On Westport Island, beneath a simple tent and seated on hay bales, Lulu’s Barn stages a quiet, one-hour culinary pause. Chef Lynn presents a hand-prepared, seasonal menu—centered on a quinoa salad with pickled vegetables and legumes, a mozzarella-and-tomato finger sandwich, and a pistachio cookie—while alpacas graze peacefully at the edge of the dining area, lending the afternoon a deliberate, pastoral hush.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE FOOD

Chef Lynn’s seasonal, hand-prepared menu

A light, thoughtfully composed meal: quinoa salad with pickled vegetables and legumes, a mozzarella & tomato finger sandwich, and a pistachio cookie, accompanied by a citrus spritz—prepared and served under the tent by Chef Lynn.

THE SETTING

Hay bales, a tent, and grazing alpacas

The experience is deliberately simple: guests sit on hay bales beneath a sheltering tent while alpacas graze nearby, creating a calm, farm-side atmosphere for the meal.

THE INCLUSIONS

A curated bag lunch, drink, and farmside company

The offering includes a curated bag lunch and a refreshing drink; the structure of the hour emphasizes connection and calm amid the farm’s rhythms.

What the day feels like

What the hour feels like

The visit unfolds as a quiet, deliberate hour: arrival at the farm tent, settling onto hay-bale seating, and a meal served with minimal fuss so attention can fall to the food and the livestock’s gentle presence. It is culinary craft placed directly into a pastoral setting—intentional, unhurried, and tightly framed around the food and the alpacas’ proximity.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this experience suits—and who should consider alternatives.

1
Couples or pairs seeking calmThe hour is intentionally quiet and intimate, ideal for those looking for a low-key, shared culinary moment on the farm.
2
Food-focused travelersGuests who prioritize thoughtful, hand-prepared small meals will find the curated quinoa salad, sandwich, and pastry a clear draw.
3
Animal lovers and gentle observersAnyone who appreciates livestock close at hand will value the alpacas grazing nearby and the relaxed farm setting.
4
Those seeking a brief, restorative pauseAt one hour, the experience is compact and restorative—a deliberate break rather than an active excursion.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

What to Bring

The offering includes a curated bag lunch and a drink; no special equipment is listed as required for the experience.

Duration

The experience runs for one hour.

Location & Host

Hosted at Lulu’s Barn on Westport Island.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the experience?

The Alpaca Picnic experience lasts one hour.

Who prepares the food?

Chef Lynn prepares the hand-made menu and has a background that includes overseeing food preparation for The Silver Palate in NYC, private catering, and pastry training in Florence, Italy.

What is served during the picnic?

The meal centers on a quinoa salad with pickled vegetables and legumes, a mozzarella & tomato finger sandwich, a pistachio cookie, and a refreshing citrus spritz.

Are alpacas present during the meal?

Yes—alpacas graze peacefully next to the tented dining area and are part of the farmside setting while you eat.

What is included in the experience?

The offering includes a curated bag lunch, a drink, and the opportunity to dine beside grazing alpacas in a tented setting.