Summer

Fruity rosé and juicy strawberries form the base of this refreshing summer dessert for grown-ups, with balsamic vinegar bringing a lovely sweet sharpness and a gorgeous deep colour

The perfect option for an alfresco lunch in the sun – serve it with crunchy bread as a meal on its own, or as a delicious side for grilled pork chops or barbecued chicken

The ultimate in barbecue food, sticky ribs always go down well at a party. Serve with some griddled corn and plenty of napkins! Any leftover barbecue sauce is also great with burgers and chicken.

Roasting beetroot with cumin emphasises its sweet but slightly earthy flavour. Combined with wilted garden greens, caramelised onion and a soft-rind cheese such as Brie (or try a goat’s cheese), you have a heavenly supper on hand.

This simple spicy honey sauce works brilliantly with most things, including tender chicken, salty cheese and grilled vegetables, making this the easiest barbecue platter you’ll serve this summer

Using vegetable juice to create colourful noodles is a fun foodie project for the summer. For children with a particular palate, try swapping the filling for prawns, fruits or cheese. All are deliciously dippable

This veggie risotto is full of summery flavours and best eaten outside in the garden with a glass of wine

In Denmark, mousse is a classic dessert referred to as ‘fromage’. Somewhat similar to an Italian panna cotta but lighter and fresher, it can be served with all kinds of fresh berries or a compote.

Warning, this ice cream is dangerously addictive! The clotted cream adds a really rich creaminess and the honeycomb a wonderful toffee-like taste.