Outdoor special!
These practical yet pretty buys will make even the simplest alfresco sandwich feel like a real treat
cool hold-all
As well as being insulated to keep your chilled food fresh, this tropical-print cool bag doubles up as a rucksack to make carrying all your essentials that bit easier. STUDIO £7.99
Reusable Wrapping
Swap tin foil for wax wraps. These all-natural squares will look after sarnies or cheese – simply tie around food with string. They can be hand-washed and reused. ETSY £4 EACH
Tropical tumblers
These fruity plastic glasses will add a fun vibe to outdoor drinks, and are lightweight and smash-proof, so perfect for little ones. MATALAN £10 FOR PACK OF 4
on-the-go pot
Whether you want your soup to be warm or your fruit to be chilled, this stainless steel food pot will work for up to four hours. CHILLY’S AT JOHN LEWIS £20
Tidy Tubs
Handy for snacks and treats, these bold, BPAfree and leak-proof containers will store food and then neatly pack away together, taking up minimal cupboard space. KIDLY £6.50 FOR 4
sustainable straws
Reusable straws are an easy way to ditch single-use plastic while keeping the whole family hydrated. This set comes with a handy cleaner, too. JOHN LEWIS £10 FOR 2
Brilliant Bowls
Nibbles will look pretty enough for
Instagram when in these pretty, pastel-toned bowls! Great for picnics or a back garden BBQ. WILKO £1.50 EACH
handy hamper
This traditional basket comes complete with plates and cutlery for two, plus salt and pepper shakers, and will add a vintage spin to lunch in the park. AMAZON £39.99
Decadent Dishes
Alfresco crockery doesn’t have to mean basic! These posh-looking melamine plates will make cakes and fizz with the girls feels all the fancier! YVONNE ELLEN £25 FOR 4
Roll-Up Rug
A soft, waterproof blanket is a must for creating your picnic base – this fleecy checked design cleverly rolls up with a carry handle, too. ARGOS £8