sunset snacking: how to picnic like a pro

June 24, 2025

The sun’s out, the days are long, and golden hour is calling. Whether you’re heading to the park after work, catching the last light at the beach, or just vibing on your balcony, there’s no better time for a feel-good snack moment.

At Simply Roasted, we call it sunset snacking — and here’s everything you need to make it golden.

☀️ What You’ll Need: The Sunset Snacking Essentials

Here’s your no-fuss checklist for the ultimate golden hour set-up

🧺 A cosy blanket (ideally with a waterproof base)

🥤 Reusable cups + something cold to sip

😋 A share bag or two of simply roasted crisps (the 50% less fat kind made for light, guilt free grazing)

🔊 Portable speaker or Bluetooth headphones

😎 Sunglasses + SPF (non-negotiable)

🍓 Something sweet (fresh berries, chocolate, or both)

🥂 Optional: tinned cocktails, a chilled bottle of rosé, or sparkling water with lemon

🎶 Set the Vibe: Your Golden Hour Playlist

Every great sunset moment deserves the right soundtrack. So we made one - packed with soulful, sun-drenched sounds to match your snack.

Think: Cleo Sol, Roy Ayers, SAULT, and more.

👉 Tap here to listen to our Sunset Snacking Sounds playlist on Spotify 👈

🌆 Where to Go: Best Spots for Golden Hour Snacking

London (and beyond) has plenty of perfect picnic perches. Here are a few of our faves:

🌹 Primrose Hill - iconic skyline views, prime for sunset watching

🌳 Hampstead Heath - wild, leafy, and perfect for lounging

🏛️ Greenwich Park - classic golden hour spot with hilltop vibes

😎 London Fields - buzzy, laid-back energy for post-work hangs

🌅 Brighton Beach - sea breeze, salty air, and a bag of crisps = bliss

🏖️ Wells-Next-The-Sea - golden sand, lapping waves and the perfect snacks

🥔 The Crisps You’ll Want in Your Bag

Light, satisfying and better-for-you – our crisps are made for this moment. Here are the top picks for your sunset picnic:

🖤 Black Truffle – sophisticated snacking energy

🧡 Hot Honey – perfect for spicy weather

💙 Sea Salt – light, crunchy and always a crowd-pleaser

All of our crisps are vegan, gluten-free, allergen-free, and made with real sliced potatoes (never reconstituted).

Oh, and did we mention - they’re roasted, not fried?

👉 Shop share bags for your next golden hour moment 👈