The perfect picnic: 10 tasty delights to put in your basket
The recipe for a perfect picnic is a good blanket, good friends, and great food to share. But what to pack? Skip the hemming and hawing and toss these 10 foodie favourites into your picnic basket. We’ve got refreshing drinks, fun snacks, packable protein, and a few little somethings for the vegans in your crowd. It’s everything you need for spontaneous summer fun!
Blue matcha kombucha by Lao
This refreshing blue kombucha is infused with organic Yume matcha harvested in springtime on Kyushu Island in Japan. It has a slightly tart, floral taste reminiscent of strawberry rhubarb pie and a vibrant blue hue, for a drink that’s uniquely delicious.
Organic Spanish Chardonnay by Rolland Naturellement
This organic Spanish Chardonnay comes in convenient 250 ml cans but still delivers all the well-balanced floral and fruity notes of a bottle. It’s expressive and fairly complex, leaving a lovely freshness on the palate—the perfect wine for picnics and backyard summer soirees.
Everything bagel cashews by Handfuel
Protein-packed and completely addictive, these dry-roasted cashews are crunchy, flavourful, and seasoned like a classic New York everything bagel with garlic, onion, poppyseeds, and sesame seeds. They’re simply irresistible!
Tomato-basil baked red lentil snacks by Harvest Snaps
Lightly seasoned with tomato and basil for a savoury, Mediterranean flavour, these crunchy snacks have a lighter-than-air texture that’s truly addictive. They’re gluten-free, baked instead of fried, and a great source of plant-based protein.
No-sugar-added smokey vegan jerky strips by Noble Jerky
Have you ever tried Noble Jerky’s vegan jerky strips? Slow-roasted and smoked, they’re a delicious plant-based alternative made with dried soybeans and no added sugar. With 14 g of vegetable protein, they’re the perfect hearty snack on the go!
Hummus Humm! Moroccan spiced hummus by Fontaine Santé
This plant-based, cholesterol-free, trans-fatty-acid-free, and preservative-free hummus combines chickpeas with the North African–inspired flavours of garlic and warm spices. Its sublimely creamy texture pairs equally well with crunchy veggie sticks or soft pita bread.
Original salad topper by Natursource
This tasty blend of creamy cashews, ruby-red cranberries, tamari-flavoured sunflower seeds, and crunchy pumpkin seeds is great for adding crunch, taste, and nutritional value to salads and grain bowls. It’s an antioxidant-rich must-have for spicing up your meals or as a tasty, on-the-go snack.
Garden salsa egg white wraps by Egglife
Made entirely from free-range egg whites and available in packs of six, these protein rich wraps are suitable for low-carb and gluten-free diets. Their big garden salsa flavour makes them ideal for creating fresh, gourmet snacks and wraps.
Organic applewood smoked ham slices by Dubreton
Thinly sliced and naturally smoked with applewood, this organic ham is tender and tasty. It’s GMO-free and has no added nitrites, making it the perfect star for healthy sandwiches or cold cut and cheese platters.
Organic chocolate peanut butter cups by Eatlove
Think the perfect guilt-free indulgence doesn’t exist? Think again! You can have it all with these ultra-gourmet peanut butter cups made of smooth, dairy-free dark chocolate and filled with creamy yet textured peanut butter. Best of all, they’re proudly made with top-quality ingredients, right here in Quebec.