Lashings of Ginger Beer to Pep up a Picnic

As we strive to make the most of the last dregs of summer, Crabbie’s has given the classic British picnic a modern makeover. The Alcoholic Ginger Beer producer has teamed up with food and drink blogger, Pippa Perriam, to create a campaign highlighting the best recipes and locations to enjoy before the winter starts to bite.

Ginger beer has been a popular part of picnic culture for decades, and with the Crabbie’s twist, drinkers get the refreshment and flavour with just a little kick of alcohol. Its range of Original, Rhubarb, Raspberry and Strawberry and Lime ginger beers can be served straight from the bottle or over ice with a slice of lime, and the new Original Alcohol-Free beer offers a no alcohol option, too.

Pippa has some tips for finding the perfect picnic location, no matter where you are:

Head to the Coast: Why not enjoy some world-class seafood we’re so blessed with here in the UK. Some of my favourite seaside seafood shacks across the country are – Crail Crab Shack, Riley’s Fish Shack in North Shields and Sole Bay in Southwold Suffolk. Enjoy their wares sitting on a pier or on a beach with sandy toes. And don’t forget some throw blankets to wrap around your shoulders at sundown. Bliss.

Savour Street Food: The UK’s street food scene is fantastic, and you can find markets in most major cities – The Pitt in Edinburgh, The Big Feed in Glasgow, and Bristol’s weekly market at St Nicholas’ Market are some of my favourites. Grab a dish to take away and enjoy in your favourite city spot and save on the cooking.

Go global – when it comes to picnic food, the world is your oyster. Consider hosting a themed picnic with a spread inspired by your favourite holiday destination. Some Spanish picnic tapas, a Mexican feast, or even some delicious local fayre offer a taste of your hometown; this works incredibly well if you host friends from outside the area. Another option is to host a colour-themed picnic, with each person bringing a dish of their selected colour (matching outfits encouraged, of course!)

Crabbie's Ginger Beer picnic

Pippa has also suggested a recipe, which she believes pairs well with Crabbie’s Ginger Beer range:

Three Cheese Garlic Twists Recipe

Ingredients

  • 1 sheet ready rolled puff pastry
  • 4 handfuls of grated cheese (Cheddar, Parmesan and Gruyere are recommended)
  • 1 beaten egg
  • 3 tbsp butter, melted
  • 2 garlic cloves, crushed

Method

  • Preheat your oven to 180 degrees
  • Open out your puff pastry and press in the cheese using a rolling pin
  • Fold your pastry in half and roll to a thickness of a £1 coin
  • Brush with an egg, then cut the cheesy pastry into 10 strips and twist
  • Bake for 20-30 minutes until golden brown
  • When your twists are nearly ready, mix your melted butter with crushed garlic
  • Brush with your garlic butter when fresh out of the oven, and leave to cool for 10 minutes
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