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Make barbecue season full of flavour with these essential ingredients and summertime staples
SUMMER SIDEKICK
A splash, dash or stir of Aspall Organic Apple Cyder Vinegar is all it takes to bring feel-good flavour to a variety of summer dishes. This crisp vinegar is made with sweet and sharp organic apples and can be used to liven up salad dressings, create quick pickles and enhance marinades. It’s an easy way to brighten up a barbecue.
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Aspall Organic Apple Cyder Vinegar 350ml, £2.50
BOLD BURGERS
Level up your barbecue with the Taste the Difference Wagyu Burgers. They’re made with British-origin wagyu beef and enriched with bone marrow stock, bringing some real indulgence to the grill. And if the weather’s not playing ball, they’re just as good cooked in the oven or pan-fried.
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Taste the Difference Wagyu Burgers 340g, £5.50 (£5 from 3-23 June 2026)
SMASHING IT
The Taste the Difference Wagyu Smash Burgers let you enjoy the smash burger phenomenon at home. Made using British waygu beef, these quick-to-cook and versatile patties finish up with crisp, caramelised edges, a juicy texture and deep meaty taste. Tuck in.
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Taste the Difference Wagyu Smash Burgers 340g, £5.50
STICK WITH IT
Want full flavour? Choose the Taste the Difference Wagyu Beef Kebabs. Expertly made with seasoned British wagyu beef and enriched with bone marrow stock, they make a moreish meaty treat. Served on a stick or between flatbreads, they’re destined to be a hit with guests of all ages.
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Taste the Difference Wagyu Beef Kebabs 320g, £6.50
THE LOVE OF LAMB
Bring a little warming heat to the barbecue with the Taste the Difference Adana Lamb Kebabs. These British lamb kebabs are blended with onions, peppers, herbs and spices, and come with sachets of an ezme-style salsa and tzatziki, for a delicious dipping combo.
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Taste the Difference Adana Lamb Kebabs 400g, £7.50
STRONG ROOTS
In need of some sides at your summer cookout? There’s a lot you can do with sweet potatoes. Sainsbury’s sweet potatoes are grown in their native US and have a delicate skin and sweet-tasting, moist texture (they’re packed with fibre and vitamins, too). Fry, bake or mash them for vibrant, shareable dishes that everyone will love.
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Sainsbury’s Sweet Potatoes 1.25kg, £1.49
CHILL FACTOR
Time to cool down? Arctic Coffee makes great-tasting pick-me-ups for warmer days. Its chilled Cafe Latte is made with British milk and Rainforest Alliance-certified coffee beans, and tastes as smooth as anything your local barista can whip up. The 1L carton fits neatly in the fridge, ready to pour on a sunny day.
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Arctic Coffee Cafe Latte 1L, £2.20
CRUNCH TIME
Sainsbury’s American pecans have a rich, buttery taste that puts them right at home in so many summery dishes. They can lend a crunch to leafy salads, go great in bakes, and shine in sweet and creamy desserts. Of course, they can also make a healthy snack all on their own – and a handful counts as a good source of fibre. An essential for any summer storecupboard.
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Sainsbury’s Pecan Nuts 200g, £3.50
BETTER HALF
Union Coffee has been pioneering in speciality coffee for 25 years – and has won awards for it. Half Caff is its special blend combining ethically sourced Colombian and Peruvian arabica beans for a smooth, balanced cup with less caffeine than a regular blend. It’s designed for flexible, all-day drinking – ideal for garden gatherings.
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Union Half Caff Ground Coffee 200g, £7.50 (£5.50 from 10-30 June 2026)