Picnic

Made with lamb shoulder and served with fresh Italian salmoriglio, these lamb skewers are a popular barbecued snack.

A made-for-picnics cake.

The best bit? There's no need to turn on the oven.

This punch is perfect for picnics (or any time the sun's out, really). And the Champagne makes it just that little bit more special.

Pair fluffy white buns with sweet-and-sticky pork belly and you have a go-to party snack.

Take it outside with this picnic-friendly pumpkin tart.

Portable, tidy mouthfuls packed with flavour, Scotch eggs make the perfect picnic food.

A winner for picnics and bring-a-plate events.

This luscious, summery tart is guaranteed to impress every guest, including the carnivores.

These salty-sweet buns are our kind of roll.

Find the best of the season's produce, and toss them through a zingy feta dressing. It doesn't get much easier that this.

These plum snow cones deliver big on flavour and refreshment – they’ll cool you down in a snap on a warm summer’s day.

Pimms may be the traditional tennis tipple, but this Spritz version is less sweet and more refreshing.

This no-cook recipe is just the ticket on a hot summer's day.

The perfect companion for a summer picnic.

The Australian classic receives a glow-up.

This dish conjures up all that's good about summer picnics.

These crackers are wholesome and moreish, and go well with any dip of your choosing. Here, we’ve paired them with a fresh, zesty smashed avocado.

A refreshing non-alcoholic drink that tastes like Australian summer.

The ice-cream sandwich of your dreams awaits.

An easy digestif to end the evening.

Party punch meets fruit salad in this light and refreshing dessert.

Watch out - these party snacks pack a spicy punch.

The much-loved pasta sauce makes a welcome appearance in Australia’s favourite finger food.

A recipe inspired by Mexican food doyenne Diana Kennedy.

The Adelaide eatery put their spin on a classic.

Cross baba ghanoush with muhammara, and the result is this smoky dip that you'll proudly take to your next party.

This could very well be your new favourite dip.

A fast and fresh take on the classic potato salad, with creaminess from goat's cheese and crunch from roasted almonds.

A versatile summery salad that can be served warm or cold.

Best enjoyed outdoors. On a rug. In the sun.

It's like green eggs, without the ham.

There's nothing better than soft, fluffy focaccia, straight out of the oven. It's easier than you think.

A classic rich chocolate brownie, dotted with the fruity flavours of rhubarb and raspberries. It's perfect dessert to take to a picnic.

A unique twist on traditional tabbouleh, with broccoli, quinoa, and a dressing packed with herbs and zest.

This nutty nougat can be made a few days ahead, leaving you with one less thing to prepare on the day.

With tropical pineapple and coconut flavours, a silky sponge and vanilla cream-cheese frosting, this tray cake is the perfect sweet finish for your outdoor feast.

The bold flavours of goat's cheese and black olives make a delicious base for a simple shortcrust tart.

This dense lime and coconut cake is perfect for picnics: it travels well and can be made ahead.

The yoghurt helps slowly tenderise the chook, producing super-moist, pull-apart chicken flesh with a caramelised skin. You'll never look back.

Devilled ham with cornichons and cheddar recipe - Combine ingredients (except cornichons, cheddar and bread) in a bowl, season to taste and press into a jar.

Packed lunch, picnic salad or as part of a barbecue - there's not much this salad can't handle.

"I'd love to attempt the pumpkin galette at Fred's in Paddington. Can you publish the recipe?" - Jacinta Johnson, Woolloomooloo, NSW

This bright red tomato tart is quick to make and perfect for your autumn picnic spread.

An excellent start to a hearty dinner party or picnic, these duck rillettes with piccalilli are a special at Curtis Stone's restaurant Gwen.

Vodka-pickled prawns, soft pull-apart rolls and a generous slather of mayonnaise. It's the sandwich of summer.

Australian Gourmet Traveller recipe for bacon and tomato polenta-crust pie.

Australian Gourmet Traveller recipe for chicken pie.

Australian Gourmet Traveller recipe for zucchini and Gruyère galette.

Australian Gourmet Traveller recipe for chocolate madeleines with mascarpone and marmalade.

Australian Gourmet Traveller recipe for prawn bisque.

Australian Gourmet Traveller recipe for herb-stuffed mushrooms.

Australian Gourmet Traveller recipe for celeriac and kohlrabi rémoulade.

Australian Gourmet Traveller recipe for pea and cucumber rice salad.

Australian Gourmet Traveller recipe for kebabs with zucchini tzatziki and za’atar.

What makes it the ultimate? It could be the cider-glazed ham, the crisp cabbage salad or the slices of Emmenthal.

Australian Gourmet Traveller recipe for Sticky cinnamon finger buns

Australian Gourmet Traveller recipe for Chicken salad with black grapes, walnuts and celery

The crunch of pork crackling and the delicate sweetness of ripe nectarines, encased in a toasted roll. If only all sandwiches were like this.

Australian Gourmet Traveller recipe for cabbage and fennel slaw.

Australian Gourmet Traveller recipe for ginger cordial with mint, lime and cucumber.

Australian Gourmet Traveller fast recipe for mushroom frittata.

Australian Gourmet Traveller recipe for roast chicken, walnut and grape salad with blue cheese dressing.

Australian Gourmet Traveller dessert recipe for yoghurt and almond cake with orange-caramel peaches and vanilla yoghurt.

Australian Gourmet Traveller fast dessert recipe for picnic fruit salad