Food

It’s up to you and your neighbours what you eat and drink at your Big Lunch. You might want to plan a gourmet menu of cuisine from around the world; or you might just want to put out some simple sandwiches and snacks for people to share.

If you’re stuck for ideas for party food, we’ve got some delicious recipes from celebrity chefs and organisations that are supporting The Big Lunch. Browse through five categories of recipes below.

Cold dishes to share

Summery salads and scrummy pastries - cold food to share has never tasted so good!
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Hot dishes to share

Pasta, meat and veg dishes– great hot food that can form the centrepiece of your Big Lunch.
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Sweet things

Sweet treats that are sure to be a hit with everyone...especially the kids at your Lunch.
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Dips and Dressings

A party ain’t a party without some dips! From homemade houmous to something a little more adventurous…
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Drinks

Try Jamie Grainger-Smith's cold spicy summer tomato soup shots or Sheila and Brenda's super smooth mango lassi.
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