Picnic

Burnt butter adds a gourmet edge to this delicious apple cake. Perfect for an afternoon tea-party, or just because you fancy something special on the weekend.

This simple English fare has stood the test of time. Perfect to take to work or on a picnic.

Create beautifully light and fluffy scones with this basic scone recipe. Serve scones with cream and jam for a lovely afternoon tea

Summer meals don't get much easier (or more delicious) than this! Baguettes are filled with barbecued pepper steak, crunchy cos and sharp dijonaise, making a sandwich that is perfect for a light dinner or picnic lunch.

Make use of your garden's fresh tomatoes and whip up this stunning pastry tart. It's fantastic as a tasty picnic plate or a light dinner, and flavoured to perfection with fresh oregano and thyme.

These sandwiches are a delicious way to turn your roast vegetables into a proper meal - with some secret goodies! After trying these stuffed Italian-style loaves, you'll never want to go back to normal sandwich bread.

These gluten-free sausage rolls are easier to make than the original which uses pastry and, dare we say it, we prefer them! Whip up a batch the next time you're entertaining and you won't have to worry about any dietary requirements!

These little nectarine and Pimms picnic jelly jars are so much fun to make, and even more fun to eat! Chill in small jars so they are easy to transport, and enjoy for a delightful boozy dessert.

Nici Wickes is bringing back the love for sundried tomatoes with this potato salad recipe! Semi-sundried tomatoes, cherry tomatoes and creamy dill dressing really bring this salad alive

This easy courgette tart recipe is a favourite of Nici Wickes. It’s good served at room temperature with chutney, which makes it perfect for taking on your next picnic as a delicious bite.

Who doesn’t love a meatloaf spiked with green peppercorns and embellished with mustard? This Nici Wickes meatloaf recipe creates the perfect picnic food that's easy to transport and even easier to eat

These stuffed focaccia sandwiches are the perfect snacks to pack up and take adventuring. Fill with your fave ingredients like spinach, olives, feta and sun-dried tomatoes. Try for your next picnic! Photography by Jani Shepherd/Gatherum Collectif

This banana bread recipe is perfect when you've got a bowl full of sweet, ripe bananas. Serve with homemade sweet nut butter and toasted peanuts for a simply delicious bite with your next cuppa

An afternoon delight!

Delicious little balls of coconut, white chocolate and dried apricots.

Soft and moist rhubarb muffins from New Zealand Woman's Weekly.

A sweet and beautifully balanced pear and almond cake.

Give your usual potato frittata a gutsy flavour kick by adding capsicum and olive. Serve it warm from the oven with a green salad or take it on a romantic picnic.

Good picnic food must not only taste great but also travel well. This sausage pie wins on both counts

There’s nothing like the flavour of freshly podded peas gathered in a luxurious free-range egg, crème fraîche and gruyère cheese filling with lashings of aromatic herbs.

These delicious muffins are a quick and easy snack, perfect for afternoon tea or to take on a picnic.

This pull-apart bread is filled with caramelised onions, chives and cheese to give it extra flavour, making it perfect to share with friends.

Quick and tasty ham and courgette slice from New Zealand Woman's Weekly.

This classic English lemony sponge cake gets a fruity twist by adding sultanas. Freeze in slices to put in lunchboxes and take to picnics.

With all the decadence of a miniature high tea treat you'll enjoy the burst of flavour these capsicum quiches provide.

This spinach and ham quiche is the perfect solution to any light meal - from dinner parties, suppers, picnics and even afternoon tea.

Get out the teaset for tea and grapefruit with this delightful teacake with ruby grapefruit.

Fresh and light, this fetta and tomato quiche is perfect with a green salad for a complete meal.

Bring the flavour of Mexico to your next drinks party with this authentic spicy dip. Jalapenos, a member of the capsicum family, have quite a kick so you may want to keep this one out of reach of the kids!

There is nothing boring about this inventive salad. Bold flavours of roast pumpkin, maple syrup and soy sauce mix with brown rice and leafy greens to give your view of salads a pleasant refresher.

Top a crusty baguette with Tandoori chicken, cheese, onions and mango chutney and a squeeze of lemon, and you have a delicious sub sandwich sure to satisfy

Bursting with coconut and topped with fluffy icing, this is a scrumptious teatime treat.

Tasty ham and salami comes wrapped in crisp pastry in this hearty pizza pie.

Tender, marinated, sticky barbecue chicken drumettes are the perfect finger food with which to entertain guests. Kids love them too!

Aussies love this Middle Eastern vegetarian meal that we've made even tastier. Better still, it will be on the table in just 15 minutes!

Kangaroo mince gives these sausage rolls a gourmet twist, but if you use beef or pork instead, they still qualify as dinky-di Aussie!

Dip chocolate into homemade shortbread and you have a yummy treat for morning or afternoon tea, a picnic dessert or a welcome addition to a school or work lunchbox.

The humble sandwich gets a modern makeover in this recipe. The chilli adds a spicy kick but you might want to leave it out if you're making this recipe to go in kids' lunchboxes!

We show you how to turn roast chicken into a gourmet meal the whole family will be raving about! The chicken pieces are also ideal to take to a picnic or add to school and work lunch boxes.

This humble chicken and brown rice salad offers a taste of Italy, with the hero its lemon mustard dressing.

Short strips of tender beef with a touch of paprika and a fresh salad. A complete Middle Eastern meal.

Perfect for a picnic or school lunchbox, these tasty ham and cheese sandwiches

These little quiche lorraines are perfect for kid's lunchboxes, parties or as a snack. Serve cold or warm.

Easy and inexpensive to make, this relish is delicious served with barbecued chicken or grilled beef. It also makes a wonderful homemade gift.

These individual vegetarian frittatas are perfect for a light lunch at home or pack in a lunch box with salad and take to work.

Pretend your strolling through the Place de la Concorde with fresh baguettes and creamy brie, complete with leg ham and delicious mustard mayo.

For a sweet treat that is packed full of goodness, these cupcakes made with Australia's very own macadamia nuts will be an instant hit with the young and not so young,

Add a hint of fancy to a social gathering or picnic by unveiling these sourdough sandwiches filled with fresh yabbies, wholesome vegetables and a sharp mustard vinegar mayonnaise.

This incredible layered sandwich loaf is made well in advance, so it's ideal for picnics. It's packed with delicious grilled vegies - you could add salami, too, if you like.

Kiwifruit stars in these wholemeal muffins that are packed with goodness and so easy to make. Everything is mixed by hand in a bowl and the muffins will be in the oven in just 15 minutes!

No more boring salad days - with toasted nuts, crisp bacon and healthy vegies, this salad is full of crunch.

This is a great sweet treat to take camping or on a picnic. It can also be sliced and toasted on a char-grill for breakfast.

Perfect for a picnic, this pumpkin and tuna pie is quick and hearty.

Packed with healthy salmon and superfood spinach, this quiche is the ideal work or school lunchbox. Pop in a salad and you are good to go!

Pop a few of these tasty treats in your mouth for a light afternoon snack. The soft shortbread balls are filled with crunchy almond chunks, perfect with a cup of tea or coffee.

Bring this version of an african specialty to the table, threading tender lamb onto skewers then barbecuing or grilling them to perfection with a spicy curry and apricot jam marinade.

These cupcakes are a coffee-lovers dream. Serve for morning or afternoon tea, at a party, or as a sweet treat when it's your turn to feed your book group.

These lamb and vegie pastries are quick and easy to make and suitable for all the family. This recipe also works well with minced pork or beef.

Give this classic European salad a try with this easy recipe and enjoy the fresh pieces of parsley, mint and potato smothered in rich mayonnaise.

This colourful confetti salad with shredded cabbage and crunchy capsicum and a zesty lemon honey dressing is a crisp and tasty side dish

When unexpected guests pop around and you need food fast, this quick bean dip is sure to impress.

The original and classic quiche lorraine with ham and cheese is perfect for parties, lunchboxes or dinners.

Fresh fruit is a lunchbox staple. This simple fruit salad makes 4 servings and you can choose which fruit you use depending on the season. In hot weather, pack with an ice block to keep the food cool.

This Mediterranean side salad combines anchovies, capsicum and olives in a tasty marinade sure to excite your tastebuds

Give your salad a zesty summer twist with the addition of juicy grapefruit and crispy celery. This refreshing leafy mix is the perfect side for the warmer months.

Mmmm, pies. Hot, steamy, flaky, fragrant and fabulous.

From the dough to the toppings, Julie Biuso’s primo pizzas are full of authentic Italian flavours

Simple and fresh, these prawn and vegetable spring rolls with soft vermicelli noodles will allow you to recreate a taste of Vietnam. Savour their fish and sweet citrus punch during the balmy Australian summer or as a lunch or dinner starter all year round.

These Turkish lamb koftas are full of delicious herbs and spices such as cumin, mint, coriander and paprika. You won't be able to stop at just one.

These moist, delectable chocolate and peanut cookies can be tailored to your preference for crunchy or chewy and are the ideal snack for any occasion.

Give your day a power boost with the natural goodness of this rocket and avocado salad, drizzled with a creamy mayonnaise, lemon and anchovy dressing.

It's quick, it's simple and it's mighty delicious. This potato salad is ideal when you need to whip something together last minute.

Looking to use up leftover rice? Here's a quick way to turn leftover rice into a delicious, nutritious, Asian-inspired meal - and it works best with rice that's been pre-cooked.

An assortment plate of all the best things... cheese, ham, pickles, fruit, jam and bread. Perfectly paired with a glass on wine. Does it get much better than this?

Jordan Rondel’s delicious wee maple cakes are full of fruit and pretty as a picture

Bake up this healthy tart with classic Mediterranean flavours for a lunch to share with friends or family. Olive tapenade, crumbly feta and fresh roma tomatoes provide a fresh topping for the crispy pizza base.

This Marshmallow Slice takes almost no cooking and minimal preparation. Serve for morning or afternoon tea, take to work to share with your friends, or put a batch together for a children's party.

A sensational cold salad for summer lunches and dinners. The combination of pasta, coleslaw and tuna is a winner all round.

Soul food comes to chicken drumsticks and tahini sauce. An easy finger food solution for any party or gathering.

Give your chicken Mexican-style crunch with crispy cornflake crumbs. Add a drizzle of lemon juice and an avocado side salad for the perfect meal.

This classic tasty cheese and ham omelette is perfect for brunch or picnics.

This gourmet version of coconut slice isn't only perfect with a cuppa, but would also make a gorgeous gift. Just wrap slices in Cellophane and tie with a pretty bow.

Serve these mini chicken pizzas with salad for a tasty lunch. They'd also make great party and picnic food

These sweetie pies are delicious with a cuppa or served with thick cream for dessert. They'd also be perfect to pack for a picnic.

This vegetarian recipe is perfect finger food for your next party, barbecue or family gathering. If you have many mouths to feed, this will make enough for 10 or more people.

A great alternative to a standard sandwich, these yummy smoked salmon rolls need no cooking and can be made ahead, wrapped and stored, ready for busy folk on the go.

Stuffed with a sweet, soft fruity filling, this divine fig and sultana slice is perfect served fresh from the oven with a sprinkle of sugar and a pot of hot tea.

Fried rice is favourite with adults and children alike. This easy-cook version is great for school and work lunchboxes and picnics.

A favourite for generations, rock cakes look like they're here to stay. With this easy recipe, you can have a batch ready in just 25 minutes, so get baking.

Perfect for ladies who lunch, these ribbon sandwiches with either smoked salmon or turkey and cranberry are fitting finger food for any high tea.

These cute little cupcakes, crowned with coconut, will melt in your mouth. Quick and easy to make, they're also budget friendly. Serve with a cuppa for morning or afternoon tea or go all out and bake them for high tea.

Perfect for picnic baskets or parties, these asparagus prosciutto rolls will leave everyone wanting more. Crack open the bubbly and enjoy!

Crispy pastry topped with cheese, asparagus, egg and prosciutto, what's not to love? Delicious and light, this tart is perfect for entertaining.

Homemade mayonnaise, with its creamy, smooth texture and tangy flavour is an excellent condiment to have on-hand.

Morning tea, afternoon tea, dessert or a sweet treat for a picnic, this creamy sponge is as versatile as it is easy to make.

Delight your kids and any fish enthusiast friends with this fun, creative treat. It looks complicated but is actually so simple you could even get the kids to help make the jelly or cupcakes.

Coffee fans will love the flavour of this sweet nutty treat.