Anyone for aperitivo?
Serve up the ultimate post-work or weekend feast of charcuterie, wine and nibbles with our new range of cured meats, Classics wine collection and tasty recipe ideas
Champion charcuterie
From Spanish chorizo and peppery fuet to French saucisson and Italian salami, we have a range of delicious charcuterie meats for you to pick up in store. Impress by presenting a selection of the meats on a board alongside olives, cheese, fresh bread, cornichons and olive oil. And to drink? Scroll down to discover our new Classics wine collection and tasty cocktail ideas.
Discover the full range of charcuterie in store now.
Eat al fresco
Lighter evenings and glorious sunshine provide the perfect opportunity to serve up a delicious meal outdoors. Plate up boards of charcuterie, cheese and a selection of tasty breads, such as focaccia and warm ciabatta, and keep it light and fresh by adding one of our fuss-free salad ideas to your al fresco set-up:
- Mix slices of tomato with torn mozzarella, olive oil, basil, capers and a dollop of green pesto for the perfect Italian-inspired salad.
- Combine chunks of watermelon with sliced red onion, crumbled feta, chopped mint, a glug of olive oil and seasoning.
- Top your favourite grains (couscous, bulgur wheat or quinoa all work well) with roasted cauliflower, sweet potato or courgettes, spinach leaves, a drizzle of yoghurt and a squeeze of lemon juice.
- Griddle asparagus in a pan until tender and top with lemon juice, olive oil and some parmesan shavings.
Flavour-packed fig salad
Fragrant and sweet, figs are the perfect partner to savoury Parma ham. To make this Turkish fig salad, simply pile up figs and rocket on a platter then arrange the ham on top. Season and drizzle over a little olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
Top tip: try adding some soft Roquefort or toasted walnuts for extra flavour and crunch.
Pick up all your summer salad stars in store.
The spritz of the season
Bring the holidays home with our brand-new aperitivo spritz – the only sprtiz to sip this summer!
Made with crisp and refreshing Spanish white wine and intense and zesty orange bitters, it’s a holiday in a bottle that’s perfect for cocktail or aperitivo hour sipped alongside cured meats and nibbles. Serve over ice with a slice of orange and a sprig of rosemary.
Pick up our aperitivo spritz, available in a single-serve can or 75cl bottle, in stores now.
The iced aperitivo treat
Looking for the perfect iced treat to enjoy after your long sunny lunch? Try our aperitivo ice lolly recipe, which stars our must-sip spritz and refreshing orange juice. To make, simply mix 150ml of our pre-mixed aperitivo spritz with 150ml orange juice, then pour into lolly moulds. Place a slice of orange juice and a lolly stick into each of the mould sections. Freeze until solid, then remove from the moulds. If the lollies are tricky to remove, briefly dip the moulds in hot water to loosen.
Pick up everything you need for our aperitivo ice lolly recipe and more in store now.
Classically delicious
Introducing our new Classics wine range, featuring wines from the world’s best wine regions. Our Classics Côtes de Provence rosé is perfect for hot summer days and is deliciously light and refreshing. If you’re celebrating a special occasion or love a glass of fizz, try our Classics prosecco, which is slightly drier in style to highlight its lovely floral notes. There are also delicious red and white wines to explore, including our Classics Côtes du Rhône Villages, which is rich, fruity and pairs perfectly with cured meats, and our Classics gavi, which has delicious notes of lemon and white peach.
Discover all you need for the ultimate aperitivo, including our Classics wine range, in store.
Cocktail hour
Say cheers to the weekend by serving up a selection of cocktails. Simply pick up a bottle of prosecco (our new Classics prosecco would be delicious) and try these ideas:
- Squeeze fresh orange juice into a glass of prosecco.
- Top your bubbly with raspberry gin and a fresh raspberry garnish.
- Scatter a spoonful of pomegranate seeds into your fizz for extra sweetness, colour and texture.
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