Bank holiday recipes

Making the most of long spring and summer weekends with these delicious bank holiday recipes, from picnic feasts and barbecues to fruity desserts and easy baking.

Barbecue inspiration: Entertaining? Cheeseburgers, chicken skewers and corn on the cob always go down well when feeding a crowd. Try this grilled fruit salad and Pimm’s-glazed chicken for something different.
Al fresco family favourites: We’ve got all the top traditional picks for eating outside, such as quiche lorraine, potato salad and tomato pasta salad. Add a holiday vibe with these chicken tinga tacos or fritto misto, irresistible Italian-style battered seafood.
Make-ahead desserts: This watermelon and white chocolate pavlova, showstopping gin and tonic cheesecake and epic strawberry trifle get our vote.
Easy picnic ideas: Roast beef sandwiches, scotch eggs, shortbread biscuits and homemade lemonade make for a delicious spread.
Fun baking: This simple eton mess traybake is a winner. Fancy a challenge? Try baker Nicola Lamb’s french toast cinnamon buns or make your own sourdough pizza. Check out our brunch recipes too and make the most of those bank holiday lie-ins.