From artisanal chocolates to gourmet Spanish tapas, the capital serves up picnic hampers fit for a feast.
Picture this — the sun’s blazing, Hyde Park is in full bloom, and you’re stretched out on the grass with a lavish picnic hamper by your side. No prep, no fuss, just pure indulgence. From chilled Champagne to charcuterie and caviar, you can enjoy the ultimate alfresco affair. Here are FACT’s top picks for luxury picnic hampers in London this summer.
Brindisa
If you’re unable to escape to Spain this summer, a close second is buying Brindisa’s celebration hamper and enjoying it in one of London’s many green parks. Indulge in a curated selection of cheeses, Iberico ham, crackers, spicy pitted olives, chocolate-covered figs, an assortment of nuts, honey and refreshing Spanish wines.
GO: Visit https://brindisa.com for more information.
Cartwright & Butler
Known for their decadent sweet treats and quintessentially British biscuits, Cartwright & Butler offer a diverse range of luxury hampers that are perfect for the London summer picnic enthusiast. Try their Pocklington Hamper, decked out with a variety of teas, medium roast coffee, sweet chilli flatbreads, lemon zest shortbreads and more.
GO: Visit www.cartwrightandbutler.co.uk for more information.
Dishoom
A pleasantly surprising hamper from one of the city’s favourite South Asian restaurants is Dishoom’s Culinary Hamper. Crammed full of an interesting variety of delights, such items include: the Dishoom Cookery Book, their Masala Dabba, House Blend Masala Chai and their very own incense and holder, amongst more options – a welcome twist on the classic British picnic hamper.
GO: Visit www.dishoom.com for more information.
Fortnum & Mason
The mother of all hampers – Fortnum & Mason have all your picnic hamper needs met with one of their top-of-the-line selections. Choose from a variety of categories, ranging from ‘Cheese & Wine’ to ‘Cream Tea’ – whatever your desire, they’ve got you covered for the perfect summer’s evening. For the ultimate pick, opt for The Fortnum’s Foodhall Hamper, featuring a selection of wine, pickles, olives, crackers, smoked salmon, cheeses, and a mini marmalade-glazed ham.
GO: Visit www.fortnumandmason.com for more information.
Harrods
Whether you’re prepping for date night or a day out, Harrods has the luxury picnic hamper in London for you. Why not dive into the Beer and Snack Hamper – stuffed with premium lager, crisps, Moroccan spiced almonds, Harrods stilton and walnut biscuits, and more. Or switch to sweet with their Get Together Hamper, stocked with tea, shortbread, lemon curd biscuits, truffle crisps, chocolate and raspberry bars, rose fondant discs, and salted caramel truffles.
GO: Visit www.harrods.com for more information.
Rick Stein
Elevate your picnic hamper experience with any of those at Rick Stein, oozing class and great taste. Their Celebration Hamper, in particular, is one to try, filled with Champagne, Chalky’s Bite Beer, Rick Stein White Burgundy wine, chocolate bars, clotted cream fudge, green olives, strawberry jam, chipotle nuts, and candles to set the right mood.
GO: Visit https://shop.rickstein.com for more information.
Selfridges
The iconic Selfridges have your picnic needs met with their Picnic Hamper. It leaves no treat left untouched, including Côteaux d’Aix-en-Provence rosé, Malbec sparkling rosé wine, Torres black truffle crisps, mature cheddar cheese straws, rosemary and sea salt crackers, several types of chutney, and more. If that isn’t what you’re looking for, fear not – they have five other options for your perusal.
GO: Visit www.selfridges.com for more information.
The Connaught
If you’re looking for a more cocktail-hour focused hamper, then The Connaught have you sorted with their Connaught Bar Gin Hamper. For a classier spin on the typical London picnic experience, bring a taste of luxury to your evening with this selection. It includes a bottle of their house-distilled gin, two hand-decorated martini glasses, a sleek stainless steel cocktail shaker and The Connaught Bar Book, with 100 cocktail recipes by mixologists Agostino Perrone and Giorgio Bargiani.
GO: Visit https://shop.the-connaught.co.uk for more information.
The Lanesborough
In partnership with Ruinart, The Lanesborough has curated the perfect hamper for a luxurious picnic experience. Filled with a selection of sweet and savoury delights – the hamper includes a variety of finger sandwiches, summer quiches and pastries, smoked salmon, Oscietra caviar, fluffy scones, strawberries and Chantilly cream and a chilled bottle of R de Ruinart or Ruinart Blanc de Blancs. Paired with a cosy blanket to round off the ideal picnic, The Lanesborough have thought everything through.
GO: Visit www.oetkerhotels.com for more information.
