Picnic

When the sun comes out, so do us Brits - straight to our local park or beach for a picnic. If you’re planning an outdoor event, here are our top 10 must-haves to pack in your basket for a delicious feast. Just don’t forget the sun-tan lotion.

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  • Tesco Finest* Italian Antipasto

    This cooked meat selection includes parma ham, matured for a minimum of 14 months, salami Milano (a fine-cut pork salami flavoured with pepper) and Coppa.

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  • Tesco Finest* Greek Feta & Mizithra Cheese Stuffed Halkidiki Olives

    Complement your cured meats with a handful of these deli-style stuffed olives on the side. They’re hand-picked and extra-succulent.

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  • Tesco Finest* Long Clawson Mature Blue Stilton

    This Stilton is matured longer for a creamier, mellower flavour. Bring crackers or crusty bread to complement the taste.

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  • Tesco Finest* Caramelised Red Onion Relish

    Tangy and sweet, this red onion relish is made with balsamic vinegar, and cooked slowly in open pans to intensify the flavour. Have a dollop with cheese (don’t forget to pack a spoon).

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  • Tesco Finest* Sweet Mini Peppers

    These deliciously summery peppers are crisp and juicy. Try slicing them up in advance and roasting them with red onion and herbs before mixing into couscous for a flavoursome cold salad.

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  • Tesco Finest* Ardennes Pate

    Pate is a great addition to a summer lunch; this one comes from Belgium, the home of pate, and has a robust meaty texture enhanced with Provencal herbs.

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  • Tesco Finest* Hand Cooked Crisps

    Good crisps are as essential to a picnic as the rug you’re sitting on. This Hot Jalapeno Chilli flavour will go down a treat with a cool tub of hummus or tsatsiki to dip into.

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  • Tesco Finest* Piccolo Tomato Salad

    This ready-to-eat salad combines sweet, juicy Piccolo tomatoes with peppery wild rocket, Cornish sea salt-flavoured croutons, and a balsamic vinegar and extra virgin olive oil dressing. It takes the hard work out of preparing your picnic.

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  • Tesco Finest* Premier Cru Non Vintage Champagne

    Good weather is reason enough to celebrate, so add extra sparkle to your picnic with a chilled bottle of champagne, packed in a cool box. This one is crisp, dry and citrussy – perfect to sip under a shady tree with loved ones. To make it extra-special, drop a raspberry or two into each glass.

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  • Tesco Finest* Mini Victoria Sponge Cakes

    No need for fiddly slicing when it comes to desserts – just take bite-size sweet treats that the family will love. These individual Victoria sponges are filled with rich buttercream and Williamette raspberry conserve, and are the perfect accompaniment to a British picnic.

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