24/07/2026
We’re often asked which Northumbrian Pantry preserve is the perfect one for a barbecue. It is always surprisingly difficult to answer because so many of them work beautifully, whether used as a marinade, glaze, topping or dip.
So, instead of choosing just one, here are ten of our favourite ways to bring a little Northumbrian Pantry magic to your next BBQ.
ALICE’S TOP 10 BBQ PAIRINGS
1. Pickled Cucumber with a cheeseburger 🥒
Layer the crisp cucumber into a burger with mature Cheddar, lettuce and a generous spoonful of relish.
2. Northumbrian Red Onion Relish with hot dogs 🍂
Spoon it over flame-grilled sausages and finish with crispy onions or grated cheese.
3. Pickled Northumbrian Beetroot with feta 🍃
Toss with feta, peppery leaves and a little olive oil for a vibrant barbecue salad.
4. Irini’s Greek Spice Paste with chicken 👩🏻🍳
Coat the chicken and leave it to marinate overnight before cooking it slowly on the barbecue.
5. Smoky Tomato & Chilli Chutney with chicken wings 🌶
Brush it onto the wings near the end of cooking to make a rich, sticky and smoky glaze.
6. Tomato & Red Pepper Chutney as a salsa-style dip 🍅
Serve with tortilla chips or spoon it into grilled vegetable and halloumi wraps.
7. Scotch Bonnet Relish with kebabs 🌶🌶
Add a small amount to a marinade for chicken, mushroom and pepper skewers. A little goes a long way!
8. Hannah Glasse’s Piccalilli with pulled pork 🥘
Spoon piccalilli into a pulled-pork brioche bun with crunchy coleslaw.
9. Smoky Chilli Jelly with halloumi 🪤
Brush it over halloumi skewers during the final moments of cooking for a sweet, smoky glaze.
10. Spiced Apricot & Orange Chutney with lamb 🌼
Serve alongside grilled lamb chops or Moroccan-spiced lamb kebabs for a bright, fruity finish.
I hope this gives you a little inspiration for your next gathering. Keep a few jars on the table and let everyone discover their own favourite combination—sometimes the best pairings are the ones created by simply passing the jars around.
