Barbecuing new potatoes is a game-changer. The skins char beautifully but they stay soft and buttery inside. Be warned: they disappear quickly, so consider making a double batch
Recipe by Helen Graves
Citrus and elderflower are a match made in heaven in this irresistibly moist, summery cake
Recipe by Abigail Spooner
Try this frozen spin on a traditional summer pudding, with cherries rippled through vanilla ice cream. Freeze ahead, ready to impress guests
Recipe by Emily Jonzen
These little desserts are as delightful to make as they are to eat. Lemon curd-rippled cream sits atop mallowy meringue and is finished with a shortbread crumb, much like an inverted lemon meringue pie
Baked at a high heat for a brief period, these cheesecakes are light and fluffy at the edges with just-set creamy centres. Roasted apricots cut through the richness
Get the kids involved in the kitchen with this fun no-bake frozen treat. We’ve used kiwi, mango and pineapple for a burst of sunshine flavour but fresh summer berries work equally well
This tomato-topped baked frittata is an ideal make-ahead dish that transports well and will feed a hungry group at a picnic or summer gathering. Slice and serve as is, or enjoy with a side salad
Cook these tropical dessert skewers over a high heat so that the sticky spiced cake caramelises quickly and holds its shape – if left in the pan or on the barbecue too long, it can start to fall apart
Juicy peach is paired with grilled chicken for a fruity twist on a summer classic. Enjoy with a glass of crisp white wine
Recipe by Nadine Brown
