As we enjoy the balmy days of a long, hot summer, now is the perfect time to get outdoors, roll out a blanket and enjoy a picnic or two!
While we all love the staple snacks of sandwiches and sausage rolls, these top 10 seasonal recipes are sure to make your picnic spread just that bit tastier…
Savoury delights
As well as being quick and simple to make, these delicious appetisers are a fun addition to your picnic basket.
Swap most of the mayonnaise for yoghurt and crème fraiche and add mustard and chives to enjoy this healthy take on a potato salad.
These miniature finger-foods look stunning and make for the perfect picnic snack.
4. Chicken, ham & asparagus picnic pie
The combination of these three ingredients make this a great picnic show-stopper. It may take a while to create, but it’s well worth the effort!
Sweet treats
Gooey on the inside and crunchy on the out, these bars are so moreish you won’t be able to pick just one from the picnic basket!
6. Mini chocolate chip sandwich cookies
Not your average sandwich, these sweet and mouth-watering treats will be a hit with all your family and friends.
Everyone will love the convenience of helping themselves to these individual grab-and-go minis, instead of cutting up a whole pie. No cutlery needed here!
These fluffy and light donuts are not only delicious, but quick and simple to make, and perfect for enjoying outdoors.
And something to drink…
Get in your five-a-day with this simple to make beverage. On a warm summer’s day, it will go down well with the whole family.
10. Dogwood Punch
This adults-only combo of strawberry lemonade and sparkling rosé is the perfect, refreshing drink for relaxing while the kids play in the sunshine.
Can you think of any Top 10 summer ideas? If so, please send them to stories@kent.ac.uk