Smoked mackerel on toasted crumpets

Try our easy starter – the filling can be made well in advance and chilled. Once your guests arrive, toast the crumpets and pile the filling on top

Air fryer stollen bites

Cook this classic Christmas bake in the air fryer. Cut into treat-sized bites to enjoy over the festive period, or gift-wrap for a homemade present

Hwachae (Korean watermelon punch)

Cool down in summer with this traditional Korean dessert, a kind of fruit salad made with watermelon, ice, lemonade and blueberries

Green chicken salad

Serve this chicken salad as an accompaniment to a summer feast, or as a standalone dinner with toasted sourdough

Mediterranean salad with hummus dressing

Liven up your usual salad with roasted courgette, artichokes, chickpeas and feta in a creamy hummus dressing

Summer tomato & cheese toastie

Treat yourself to a summer take on a classic toastie, with seasonal tomatoes, garlic, lemon thyme, and Carrick cheese – a sustainable cheddar-like option from a UK cheesemaker

Pizza frittas with courgette, mint & ricotta

Ever tried frying pizza dough? Give it a go – it creates a light, pillowy base with a crisp crust that’s perfect for topping with fresh summer ingredients

Roasted red pepper pasta

Use silken tofu to make the creamy dairy-free pasta sauce in this vegan dish. Don’t be tempted to use firm tofu, as it won’t work in the same way

Peach & raspberry almond crumble cake

Enjoy the summery flavours of peach and raspberry in this gorgeous traybake. Cherries or rhubarb would also work well, but you can use whatever’s in season

Chicken dhansak

Make chicken go further with this Parsi curry where lentils create a hearty, creamy texture. It also has sweet and sour flavour notes

BBQ chicken gyros with dill & cabbage salad

Impress at your next barbecue with these Greek-inspired marinated chicken skewers and crunchy dill & white cabbage salad, or simply grill indoors if it’s raining

Marry me chicken & orzo

Make this creamy chicken orzo for a midweek meal or to impress a date. It tastes so good, whoever you’re making it for might ask you to marry them after eating it! It’s easy to make, super comforting and can even be made ahead and frozen