The schools have broken up, and the holidays have officially begun. If you're staying local this year, there's nothing quite like microadventures to get into the holiday spirit. Whether it's wild swimming in your local river, sleeping under the stars in your back garden, or hunting for nearby geocaches, these activities offer a perfect escape. And what makes these mini adventures even more special? Packing the finest foods for an outdoor feast.
Picnics may conjure memories of soggy sandwiches, crushed packs of crisps, and warm bottles of pop. But fear not — our gourmet picnic ideas will help banish these childhood memories. To help you plan the perfect picnic, we've put together an organic picnic checklist featuring some delicious recipes from our collection.
We can’t guarantee a wasp-free picnic spot, but as each dish highlights the best of our organic meat, we can ensure a tasty and nutritious banquet.
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Spring Greens, Smoked Bacon & Stilton Quiche
A picnic staple and great for sharing, our quiche is a delightful combination of fresh spring greens, smoky bacon, and tangy Stilton in a robust walnut pastry for a nutty finish. Add a salad for a light yet satisfying main dish that everyone will love.
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Beef Bresaola with Stilton & Pear Salad
Charcuterie is so versatile for picnics; fill a crusty French baguette with our organic cured meats or for a more refined picnic option, try this beef bresaola salad. The salty, cured beef pairs wonderfully with creamy Stilton and sweet, juicy pears. Assemble the salad when you arrive and keep the dressing seperate until ready to eat to prevent it going soggy.
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Organic Beef Pasty
Made for on-the-go eating, a tradtional pasty is hearty, portable, and packed with flavour. Chunks of organic beef skirt, swede and potato are wrapped in shortcrust pastry for a filling meat perfect for the end of a long hike or wild swim.
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Ox Liver Pâté with Balsamic Onions
Why pack a boring sandwich spread when you could make your own amazing pâté. Our organic ox liver is flavoured with garlic and allspice. Paired with sweet and tangy balsamic onions, it’s perfect for spreading on some crusty bread or crackers.
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Crispy Scotch Eggs
Scotch eggs are a picnic classic, but if you've only tried a scotch egg grabbed from a motorway service station, then you are in for a treat with this delicious recipe. These crispy delights, with their perfectly cooked eggs encased in seasoned sausage meat and a crunchy breadcrumb coating, are wonderfully moreish.
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Perfect Pork Pie
Nothing quite says 'British Summer' like a check blanket laid out on the grass, laden with bread, olives, scotch eggs, strawberries and a fantastic homemade pork pie as the main event. Use our organic free-range pork to create a filling bursting with flavour, beautifully encased in a golden pastry.
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Bacon & Cheddar Cheese Muffins
Muffins are perfect for even the most novice baker. They’re simple to make and always turn out great. For a savoury twist, try our bacon and cheddar cheese muffins. They’re easy to transport and packed with the mouthwatering flavours of salty bacon and sharp cheddar.
Other additions for your basket
Gusto Sicilian Lemon with Yuzu - a surprisingly grownup lemonade made for hot days
Burts Lightly Sea Salted Crisps - Devon made with just 3 ingredients
Cocoa Loco Organic Dark Chocolate with Sea Salt - a square to finish your meal will satisfy those chocolate cravings