Picnic food ideas and recipes

Sunshine, snacks and a great picnic spread? That's summer sorted. From crowd-pleasing sandwiches and savoury bakes to lighter bites and sweet treats, you'll find plenty of inspiration here. Planning a last-minute picnic? Explore our quick and easy picnic ideas.

We've got lots of delicious mains and picnic lunch ideas just perfect for your alfresco feast, from sausage pies and prawn cocktail jars to a sharing baguette that's lots of fun to make and eat!

Whether you're looking for vegetarian picnic food or vegan picnic ideas, we've got you covered with our selection of interesting sarnies, savoury bakes and inventive salads. Check out our veggie recipes and vegan collection for lots more ideas.

It's the little extras that really make a picnic special and memorable. Find lots of tasty little bites and creative dips for the best spread!

Round off your summer picnic spread with a treat or two – we have something for everyone, from elegant tarts and pretty cakes to kid-friendly, healthy muffins.

These summer picnic drinks are a must-have addition to your hamper. From colourful cocktails to fruity iced teas, they're definitely worth a toast! Browse our drinks and cocktails for more ideas.