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21/06/2024

Treat Your Dog This National Picnic Month

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 During National Picnic Month, treat your faithful canine companion to a unique dining experience here at DUKES London this July.

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With July being National Picnic Month and the sun finally putting in an appearance, there’s no better time to head outside for some al fresco food.

And who says picnics are just for people? This summer, treat your faithful canine companion to a unique dining experience here at DUKES London:

 

Let Fido Celebrate National Picnic Month in Style

The perfect excuse to embrace the great outdoors and these sporadic bursts of British summer sun, National Picnic Month is almost upon us.

Across the country, people are encouraged to lay down their blankets, unpack their baskets, and savour the simple pleasures of dining in the open air.

This year, we’re here to make sure the fun can be shared with your furry four-legged friends.

 

A Dog-Friendly Picnic Experience at DUKES

Given our beloved mascot DUKESY is a Dachshund, it’s a no-brainer for us to help families spend a lovely day out in London’s dog-friendly parks with their canine companions.

Nestled in the heart of Mayfair, our luxury hotel is just a stone’s throw away from two of London’s most famous Royal Parks: Green Park and St James’s Park.

Our offering is the DUKES Dog Picnic, which includes two fun toys and a duo of wet and dry food. Your dog will be kept busy whilst you relax and enjoy the scenic surroundings!

 

It’s National Picnic Month For Humans, Too

Here at DUKES London, we do of course have a selection of luxury picnic options for the humans of the family as well:

 

Classic Picnic

Smokey BBQ chicken brochette, BBQ sauce

Broccoli blue cheese and apple quiche

Roasted gammon and cheddar puff pastry pie - fig relish

Dips and seeded crackers

Beetroot and rosemary hummus

Smoked trout pate

Potato and green bean salad, English mustard dressing

Cheeses from the British Isles

Caramelised onion chutney, malt loaf

Salted caramel chocolate pot, ginger biscuits

 

Vegetarian Picnic

Courgette haloumi and pepper brochette, tzatziki

Broccoli blue cheese and apple quiche

Garlic and herb marinated mushrooms

Dips and seeded crackers

Beetroot and rosemary hummus

Smoked aubergine pomegranate feta

Potato and green bean salad, English mustard dressing

Cheeses from the British Isles

Caramelised onion chutney, malt loaf

Salted caramel chocolate pot, ginger biscuits

 

Vegan Picnic

Courgette muffins, garlic, and herb marinated mushrooms

Quinoa, carrot, roasted almond, and orange oil dressed salad

Thyme roasted vegetable brochette, tomato, and pepper salsa

Dips and seeded crackers

Beetroot and rosemary hummus

Smoked aubergine pomegranate vegan feta

Potato and green bean salad, English mustard dressing

Raspberry cheesecake

Dark chocolate and cherry cake

 

Little Dukes and Duchesses Picnic

Marmalade sandwich

Sausage roll, tomato ketchup

Chicken fillet nuggets, BBQ sauce

Vegetable sticks, hummus

Crisps

Chocolate mousse

 

Afternoon Tea Picnic

A selection of traditional sandwiches

Fruit scones and plain scones

A selection of handmade patisseries

Cake of the Day

Fine loose-leaf teas and infusions

 

The DUKES London Touch

Each picnic from DUKES London comes complete with a comfy rug, cutlery, and optional special touches such as flowers, truffles, or additional bottles of champagne. These little details make sure your picnic is not just enjoyable, but also memorable.

“Picnicking is a real British tradition,” our General Manager Michael Purtill shared, “ and being situated in such close proximity to two of London’s Royal Parks, we wanted to give people the opportunity to really enjoy the experience and make it a little bit special.

Our picnics have something for everyone. So, if you don’t have a dog, you can treat your children, partner, or just yourself to some rest and relaxation this summer.”

Whether you’re planning a family outing, a romantic date, or a solo escape, DUKES London has a picnic for you. Get in touch to book your basket and celebrate National Picnic Month in style with us this July!


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