Design-Led Picnics
Is there a greater joy than prepping for a picnic? A hamper in one hand, a blanket in the other, and every intention of a perfectly organised afternoon - intention being the operative word. But even if things go awry (someone forgets the corkscrew or a bit of drizzle tries to dampen spirits), that’s what makes it all the more memorable.
This season, we're embracing the art of the picnic with a little extra Fortnum’s flair. Think beautifully curated hampers, thoughtful pairings, elegant picnicware and generous grazing feasts designed for lingering lunches in the sunshine. After all, the best picnics are rarely about sitting down to a meal. They're about gathering favourite people, sharing good food and happily losing track of time.
Inside, you'll find inspiration for creating your own picture-perfect spread, from Food Hall favourites and grazing menu ideas to picnic-ready tableware and our hamper heroes, including the ever-popular Create Your Own Hamper to make your al fresco planning a doddle. All that's left to do is find a patch of grass, hope for blue skies and decide who gets the last Scotch egg.
Amazing Graze
A truly splendid picnic is built on the art of grazing. Scatter a selection of delectable bites across your blanket and let the afternoon unfold one delicious nibble at a time.
The Fortnum's Grazing Selection
For the snacker, the nibbler, and the downright grazer, this selection is a feast of moreish delights. Crisp and golden Patatas Fritas, rich Juniper-Cured British Ham, and smoky British Coppa set the scene, while Amalthea Gin Olives and perfectly piquant Pickled Cornichons bring the bite. Just add good company (and perhaps a tipple) for the ultimate grazing moment.
Food Hall Favourites
For picnics with proper pedigree, look no further than the Fortnum's Food Hall. Brimming with exceptional cheeses, flaky pies and all manner of delectable provisions, it's the way to ensure your outdoor dining is done wonderfully well.
The Fortnum's BBQ Selection
Take your barbecue to the next level with this expertly curated selection, made from the finest British ingredients. Inside, you’ll find Sussex Wagyu Burgers with rich marbling and a melt-in-the-mouth texture and Traditional Pork Sausages full of classic, hearty flavour - all ready for the grill. Plate them up with soft Milk Buns and a dollop of Hot English Mustard and you're all set for the perfect feast.
Hamper Heroes
The perfect picnic begins with the perfect hamper. Thoughtfully prepared and ready for adventure, ours are filled with all the makings of a splendid outdoor feast.
The King of Picnics Hamper
Fit to bursting with all manner of scrumptious, delicious and extraordinary delights, this picnic is truly fit for a King. From all things savoury and sweet to tasty tipples, this picnic basket is royally ready to be devoured by the whole family - delve in to cheeses, meats, crackers, nuts, teacakes and pop the cork on our Brut Reserve Champagne.
The Perfect Picnicware
Consider picnicware the unsung hero of every outdoor spread. Elegant, enduring and ready for adventure, it helps turn simple picnics into memorable occasions.
Fieldbar x Fortnum’s Gin Trunk, Eau de Nil
Picnics, beach lunches and garden gatherings deserve proper refreshments, and the Fieldbar Gin Trunk is more than ready for the task. Combining exceptional thermal performance with a robust hard-case exterior in our signature Eau de Nil, it keeps bottles perfectly chilled from first pour to last. A clever latch-free locking system creates a secure seal for enhanced ice retention, while the leather-trimmed handle ensures comfortable carrying. Stylish, durable and wonderfully practical, it's made for long summer afternoons and effortless outdoor entertaining.
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