Sun-drenched days and the whiff of freshly cut grass and rolling sunflower fields scream perfect picnic weather. Make the most of the warmer weather by getting out your picnic basket and enjoying an al fresco feast!
Packing a picnic is all about having a variety of snacks to enjoy in the sunshine. You’ll want to include easily packaged goods that don’t spoil easily. Also remember to include a few ice packs so you won’t have to leave your favourite popsicle at home!
Once you’ve chosen your basket, line it with ice packs or frozen bottles of water. Pack wet wipes, a bottle opener, a tray on which to serve drinks, napkins, salt and pepper for seasoning, and serving spoons.
Now that you have the basics down, you can settle into a shady spot and serve up with confidence.
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Main picnic recipes
Set out a filling main, like these scrumptious creamy onion tartlets with a herb drizzle, these tasty mini tomato and chevin tarts or this beetroot tarte tatin.
Load up on portable snacks and nibbles. Think curried chicken Scotch eggs, tomato and chicken empanadas and cheesy parmesan chips dipped in bacon guacamole. Pack a crunchy bruschetta and pair with this rooibos-smoked angelfish pâté or this spicy fig and plum chutney.
Salads and side picnic recipes
For a refreshing bite, tuck into this avocado and berry salad or this delicious bean and quinoa salad.
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Sweet picnic treats
Satisfy your sweet tooth with these no-mess salted dark chocolate caramel tart, granadilla cheesecake tartlets, Death by Chocolate mini log cakes and mouthwatering honeycomb-stuffed choc-chip cookies.
Pack something to sip on in the sprawling sunshine. Enjoy family-friendly options like this mango virgin mojito or go boozy with this peach prosecco cocktail.
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