Fantastic picnic food ideas at Preston Markets
8 August 2024
Perfect picnic food to fill your basket
It's summer, schools out and picnic season is here, so what better way to relax in the sun with family and friends than enjoying some awesome alfresco food in a beautiful setting.
And, when it comes to buying those favourite foodie items or finding some inspiration for your tasty spread, look no further than Preston Markets.
Offering fabulously fresh, delicious and locally sourced food, you can be sure your picnic will go down a treat with loved ones.
Tailor made sandwiches and homemade scotch eggs
Treat yourself to a scrumptious tailor made sandwich from Redmans - we can be sure you won't be disappointed! Whilst you're there, why not grab yourself a homemade scotch egg - one of their latest culinary creations made from their beloved Redmans traditional sausage.
Cooked meats and pork pies
After delicious meat sandwich fillings? Look no further than Arthur Strands, who have been quality purveyors of cooked meats, pies and puddings for over 50 years. And whilst you're there, it would be rude not to pick up one of their popular pork pies that come in a range of flavours.
Super samosas
Spice up your picnic with some delicious authentic samosas from Chacha's. These triangular crispy savoury snacks make the perfect addition to any picnic.
And, to give your samosa a whole new dimension, why not accompany it with some chutney or sauces from Pickles of Preston.
Summer salad and fresh fruit
Balance out your picnic treats with some fresh salad and sweet fruit, which will also help you cool off in the summer heat. Whether you're looking to make a delicious pasta or potato salad to complement your fabulous picnic fare or maybe you fancy some strawberries, plums or cherries to satisfy your sweet tooth, Fresh and Fruity have it covered.
Glorious graze boxes
Head over to Pickles of Preston for the ultimate picnic treat with ready to go boxes of food goodies, which are sure to go down a storm. With cheese, ploughman's lunch and vegetarian options available, there's something for everyone.
For pre orders visit Pickles of Preston - graze boxes.
Delicious desserts
What picnic would be complete without some sweet treats to finish. For a fabulous choice of cakes stop by Cherry Pie, Narcun's, Aunt Dolly's or Jonah's - the only tricky part is what to choose!
Hip Pop refreshments
If you're after something a little different and super tasty, bag yourself a can of Hip Pop from Jonah's Cafe. These cool cans are bursting with flavour and good for you too, packed with gut-friendly probiotics, and antioxidants.
100% fruit juice
Or, if you'd prefer to keep it simple with some refreshing organic fruit juice then head over to Narcun's - they come in a range of flavours and are a great source of vitamin C.
Scenic picnic spots in and around Preston
So, you know where you're heading for your picnic provisions, but still undecided on a scenic spot. For some great ideas head over to Visit Preston - perfect picnic spots in and around Preston.
Map address for Preston Markets
Preston Markets, Earl Street, Preston, PR1 2JA.