Packable, Shareable, and So Delicious

Hello Reader

Sunshine, good company, and a blanket on the grass—picnic season is here! This week, I’m sharing my favourite picnic-ready recipes that are easy to pack, simple to serve, and full of summer flavour.

Think fresh salads, hand-held bites, and sweet treats that travel well. Whether you’re heading to the park, beach, or backyard, these recipes are just right for eating outdoors.

SAVORY

👉 Italian Focaccia Sandwich - Layer your mattress-sized bread slices with cured deli meats, cheese, and pesto for the ultimate picnic jaw-dropper.

👉 Chickpea Salad Sandwich - Light but filling, this savoury chickpea salad sandwich is a terrific fresh lunch option.

👉 Coronation Chicken Salad - A British classic! A scrumptious combination of cold cooked chicken, dried apricots, toasted almonds and spring onions in a curry flavoured creamy dressing.

👉 Egg Salad Sandwich with Salad Cress - Party, picnic or packed lunch, the humble egg salad sandwich is a classic cornerstone.

👉 Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad - What's a picnic without a pasta salad? I've adapted an iconic salad with added pasta appeal!

👉 Green Goddess Pasta Salad - We all need a variety of salads for the BBQ and picnic season and my Green Goddess Pasta Salad recipe is sure to become a firm favourite.

👉 Summer Picnic Couscous Salad with Feta - This delicious salad, loaded with fresh herbs, vegetables and feta, with a lemony salad dressing, is absolutely perfect for your summer picnics!

SWEET

👉 Chocolate Chip Cookies with Pistachios and Sea Salt - Easy to make, easy to transport and even easier to enjoy!

👉 Roasted Rhubarb Bakewell Tart - A shortcrust pastry shell filled with layers of roasted rhubarb, frangipane and topped with more rhubarb.

👉 Lemon Bars - Bring out your inner baker and whip up a batch of these irresistible beauties. They’re easy to put together and heavenly delicious.

Wishing you a flavourful week ahead!
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Love,
Julia x

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