Marks & Spencer has unveiled a new summer range for the classic picky bits tea, and it has already caught the attention of celebrities. Actress and style icon Michelle Keegan, the new Food Ambassador for M&S, is a big fan of the collection, which promises to be one of the retailer's biggest seasonal launches yet.
Over 500 New Products for Summer 2026
The high street giant has rolled out more than 500 new food and drink items designed for alfresco entertaining, BBQ season, sunny-day snacking, and the beloved picky bits tea. The range includes upgraded picnic staples and TikTok-inspired treats meant for sharing, combining comfort food with trend-led twists.
Highlights include indulgent fresh cream doughnuts, updated Cookie Cups, Detroit-style pizzas, loaded dips, and BBQ-ready hot dogs. Lighter options are also available, such as breakfast pots and refreshing drinks created specifically for warmer weather.
Michelle Keegan's Top Picks
Michelle Keegan has shared her favorite products from the range in a new Instagram video, stating that “everyone knows M&S is the home of picky bits.” She highlighted the Flip & Dip in creamy red pepper and creamy basil flavors, the topped meze dip, Turkish grilled pepperoncinis, and mini fuets. “I’m such a picky bit girl, that’s my favourite tea of all time,” she added.
Range Highlights
- Dunked N’ Loaded Custard Cream Doughnut: A fluffy doughnut inspired by the classic custard cream biscuit (£3).
- Pistachio Big Daddy Cookie Cup: A chocolate chip cookie filled with white chocolate cheesecake and pistachio crème, topped with salted caramel sauce, milk chocolate chunks, and pistachio pieces (£3).
- Pop Marks Mandarin & Yuzu: A fibre-filled soda made with cassava root, Jerusalem artichoke, and acacia fibre (£1.50).
- The Hot Pepp’ Pie Detroit-Style Pizza: Thick-based pizza with mozzarella, extra mature Cheddar, pepperoni, roquito pearls, and hot honey (£7.50).
- British Chicken Tikka Burgers: Chicken patties seasoned with aromatic spices (£5, or 3 for £12).
- Japanese-Style Milk Bun Sliders: Made using the Tangzhong method with whole milk and butter, topped with an egg glaze (£2).
- Creamy Basil and Pesto Flip & Dip: Full-fat soft cheese and Greek-style yoghurt dip with parsley and basil, drizzled with garlic pesto (£3).
- Topped Chicken Tikka Dip: Creamy tikka-spiced soft cheese base topped with coriander and chilli yoghurt, chicken breast, pickled red onions, and parsley (£3.75).
- New York Deli Dipper: Soft cheese, gherkin, and mustard dip topped with beef pastrami and emmental cheese (£3).
- Collection Master Grill Korean Style Steak Kebabs: Beef silverside kebabs in a spicy marinade with soy and honey (£11.50).
- Flamin’ Fruit Hawwwt Sauces: Spicy sauces to add zing to summer feasts (£2).
- Rhubarb Gooey Middle Teacakes: Classic teacake with a sweet and tangy centre (£1.75).
- Strawberry and Creme Chia Pudding: Layers of strawberry compote, kefir, and chia seeds with creamy Greek-style yoghurt (£3).
- Italian Rosato Pouch: Sicilian rosé for easy pouring (£12).
- Flip and Dip Creamy Red Pepper Dip: Soft cheese and yoghurt with a sweet, smoky red pepper dressing (£3).
- Smoky-Style Long Dogs: 9-inch pork hotdogs with paprika and cayenne (£6).
- Greek-style British Chicken Thigh Fillets: Marinated in creamy yoghurt, ground spices, and fresh parsley (£5, or 3 for £12).
The full range will be available at M&S later this summer.
