National Trust

Did you know that it’s International Picnic Day on June 18? If you’re planning to celebrate it, these crisp tarts from National Trust Favourite Recipes will make for a great sharing platter.

Serve them with coleslaw or potato salad for a light meal, try them as a first course for a summer supper party, or put a plate of them on the table at an al fresco buffet or a picnic.

 

Celebrate National Biscuit Day on May 29 with this yummy recipe from National Trust Favourite Recipes!

You can make gingerbread people or animals for a children’s party, stars for teenagers and hearts for Valentine’s Day. You can get as creative as you like with icing and decorating the biscuits.

This vegan chocolate cake from National Trust Favourite Recipes is a real crowd-pleaser, fabulously moist and simple to make. Serve it as it is with morning coffee, or decorate with fruit, nuts or chocolates for a decadent party piece.