Recipes
We love food and we've got some great recipes to prove it. Here are some of our chefs' and local experts' favourites.
National Picnic Week: 18–26 June
What's your picnic personality?
We've got lots of delicious recipes for you to try this National Picnic Week. Choose your picnic personality to discover a scrumptious recipe that will tickle your taste buds.
Extravagant
If you prefer wicker hampers to carrier bags, china crockery to paper plates, or indulgent pies to simple sandwiches then you're deliciously decadent when it comes to picnics. We've got some show-stopping dishes that'll impress.
Classic
You're a fan of traditional treats and snacks. When you head out on your picnics you fill your hamper with scotch eggs, sausage rolls, scones and a thermos of tea. Bake and take our world-famous scones with you next time.
On the fly
Do you prefer to take a quick pit spot for a snack while out and about? If you like to fill your backpack with easy-to-eat treats, we think you'll love this recipe for energy-boosting flapjacks.
Indoor
You're happy to lay out your blanket on the living room floor as you don't let the weather ruin your picnic plans. Our comforting grilled cheese sandwich, is a gooey picnic snack that'll warm your tummies on a rainy day.
Don't fancy packing a picnic?
We've picked a few of our favourite cafés and food outlets for you to visit while you're out and about. Whether you’re looking for a scrumptious sandwich or the perfect scone, a place to relax with a cuppa, or lunch with a view, we've got it covered.
Family-friendly bakes to try at home
Roll up your sleeves and get stuck into some of our top recipes to try with the kids. Quick, easy and delicious, these cakes, biscuits and savoury snacks will be sure to keep hands busy and tummies happy.
Summer berry swiss roll
This scrumptious summer berry swiss roll is sure to wow your friends and family. It's perfect for an afternoon tea, garden party or an impressive dessert.
Vegan chocolate fudge cake
From the generous layers of icing in the middle through to the indulgent slather of chocolate frosting, this chocolate cake gives you everything that a treat should.
Easter cookie
For a deliciously simple cookie, you can't go wrong with this recipe. Ideal for weekend baking or whipping up on a weekday afternoon, these cookies have a chewy centre and crispy outside. You'll need to make plenty, as everyone will want an extra one or two.
Traditional pancakes
Try this delicious recipe for traditional pancakes. Simple and quick to make, these scrumptious pancakes will make a tempting tower treat that the whole family will love to tuck into. Plus, this basic recipe means you can top your pancakes with whatever you like.
Apple cinnamon bun
Try this apple cinnamon bun recipe for a tasty tea-time treat with a gloriously sticky caramel sauce.
Spiced toffee apple cake recipe
Treat yourself to a fresh, tangy apple cake, smothered with a delightfully sticky toffee sauce.
Mince pie brownies
Mince pies and a brownie together in one recipe? A festive twist on a classic brownie, these indulgent mince pie brownies make for a delicious dessert or thoughtful gift to share with loved ones. Plus, they're a great way to use up any leftover mince pies.
Pistachio and blackberry cake
This pistachio and blackberry cake is light, delicately flavoured and incredible moreish – and we know it'll impress your family and friends whatever the occasion. Tuck into a slice and enjoy the delicious balance of flavours and textures from the sweet blackberries to the crunchy pistachio's and creamy frosting.
Beetroot, bacon and cheese cake
This recipe might sound a bit unusual but it'll go down a treat and get everyone talking. Satisfyingly savoury and simple to make, it's perfect as a light lunch or delicious dinner.
