Summer

Striking the balance of sweet and sour, this refreshing cocktail blends summer strawberries, rum and a splash of lime. It’s the perfect tipple for a balmy evening

Marinate and assemble these paneer kebabs before you leave for your trip – they’ll taste even better after a couple of days, and all you need to do is pop them on the barbecue! You will need eight metal skewers

While away a warm summer’s evening with this fragrant and zingy gin cocktail; Thai basil brings a lovely hint of aniseed flavour

Cucumber and melon are a cool combo in this easy chilled soup. For a vegan take, why not try replacing the soured cream in the soup with a dairy-free yogurt or plant-based milk

Extra virgin olive oil is a great flavour enhancer in salad dressings. Here, its robust pepperiness contrasts citrussy sumac spice

This chilled offering is spot on for a warm alfresco setting

So simple and yet so full of flavour, this is the perfect summer salad. It would work well with some barbecued chicken or pork – or if you wanted to bulk it out, toss through some pieces of crispy fried pitta bread

This quick and easy dish is perfect if you’re short on time. A runny yolk is preferred here, creating a rich sauce for the tangy, herby rice