Looking for easy summer food ideas? Whether you're planning a garden get-together, a picnic in the park, or a relaxed dinner at home, our favourite artisan brands have everything you need to eat well without turning on the oven for hours. From craft cocktails to spicy dressings, here’s how to make the most of the heatwave with delicious, small-batch products.
Ready-to-Bake Artisan Pizza Bases
Pizza is the ultimate summer crowd-pleaser. Our artisan pizza bases are quick to prep and perfect for cooking on the BBQ or in a hot oven. Add fresh toppings like Properoni pepperoni, fior di latte mozzarella, and a drizzle of chilli for a pizza night that feels like a holiday.
These bases freeze well, and are a must-have for spontaneous gatherings.
Craft Cocktails for Hot Days
Keep your cool with ready-to-drink craft cocktails – no need for mixers or fancy glassware. Just chill, pour, and sip.
Top picks:
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Chambord Bramble – a refreshing twist on this deliciously sweet and sour cocktail.
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Kumquat Margarita – perfectly balanced and salty-sour with a little twist
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Negroni – a bold, bittersweet sipper for grown-up evenings
Perfect for summer BBQs, park picnics, or lazy afternoons in the garden.
Artisan Salad Dressings That Pack a Punch
Tired of boring salads? All Dressed Up creates small-batch dressings that elevate any bowl of greens. From zesty herbs to smoky chilli and tahini, these bottles are your shortcut to flavour.
They’re perfect for grain bowls, roasted veg, wraps – or use them as marinades for grilled meats and halloumi.
Add Heat with Fil’d’s Palestinian Shatta
Add bold, smoky heat to your summer cooking with Fil’d’s shatta – a traditional Palestinian chilli paste made with fermented peppers, garlic, and spices. It’s incredibly versatile: swirl it into hummus, dollop it on grilled veg, or mix it into dressings.
Summer Salad Recipe with All Dressed Up & Shatta
Looking for a simple, flavour-packed summer salad? This one’s quick, satisfying, and full of vibrant flavour thanks to All Dressed Up’s dressing and Fil’d’s shatta.
Herby Chickpea Salad with Shatta Dressing
Ingredients (serves 2–3):
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1 tin chickpeas, drained and rinsed
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½ cucumber, chopped
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Handful cherry tomatoes, halved
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¼ red onion, thinly sliced
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A big handful fresh herbs (mint, parsley, or coriander)
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1 tsp Fil’d’s Palestinian shatta (adjust to taste)
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Optional: crumbled feta or grilled halloumi
Method:
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Toss chickpeas, cucumber, tomatoes, onion, and herbs in a large bowl.
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Add the dressing and mix well.
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Stir in the shatta for a kick of heat.
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Top with cheese (if using) and serve.
This easy summer salad is ideal for BBQs, mezze platters, or just a great work from home/take to the office lunch.
Spicy Extras to Try This Summer
Turn up the flavour with these artisan condiments:
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Yep Kitchen chilli oil – drizzled on noodles, pizza, or even ice cream
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Womersley fruit vinegars – splash onto grilled peaches, salads, or cocktails
