The Dhofar region of Oman is famous for picnics in khareef (the monsoon season) when everyone goes to the verdant mountains to enjoy the cool, misty weather. But Dhofaris enjoy eating outside all year, bringing a simple cup of coffee and toast to eat in the garden next to the house, setting up a table to eat dinner al fresco or taking a picnic to the mountains which are gorgeous even in dry weather.    (photos by Salwa Hubais)