A vibrant summer salad of sweet watermelon, golden halloumi, and fresh herbs tossed with a zesty chilli-lemon dressing. Juicy, salty, and perfectly balanced.

Crisp filo pastry spiralled with lemon zest and raspberries, baked with custard until golden. A simple, dramatic dessert inspired by Greek and Turkish soufra pies.

A warm steak salad with pearl barley, roasted courgette, and red onion, finished with toasted pine nuts and a roasted garlic–lemon dressing. Hearty, fresh, and full of flavour.

A rustic tomato galette with buttery puff pastry, creamy ricotta, and sweet salted tomatoes. A crisp, golden tart perfect for summer entertaining.

A rich savoury cheesecake made with cream cheese, mascarpone and brie, baked on a seed-studded biscuit base and topped with roasted heirloom tomatoes. A robust alternative to quiche, perfect for picnics and summer lunches.

Silky bay custard in crisp pastry, topped with sharp elderberry jam. A simple foraged dessert for late summer, made with cooked elderberries for safety

A silky panna cotta infused with fig leaves for a delicate floral note, served with roasted stone fruit in red wine syrup. A light, elegant summer dessert that’s easy to prepare ahead.

Crisp golden courgette flowers stuffed with goats cheese and herbs, drizzled with honey and served with a fresh herb salad.

Elderflower Paloma made with tequila, grapefruit, and lime – this summer cocktail is floral, refreshing, and easy to make at home.

Som Tam made with green papaya, beans, and peanuts – this Thai salad is fresh, punchy, and full of flavour. Learn how to make it, plus easy swaps.

Baby courgettes with herby crème fraîche, toasted seeds, and lemon – a fresh summer starter that’s quick, elegant, and easy to adapt.

Light, airy white chocolate mousse topped with juicy macerated strawberries – an elegant, no-bake dessert perfect for summer entertaining.

Flaky puff pastry layered with rich crème pâtissière and jammy roasted strawberries. This easy summer dessert recipe is perfect for gatherings, weekend treats, or afternoon tea.