Blackberry doughnuts

Serve these blackberry doughnuts warm with custard, which goes particularly well with the zingy jam filling. They take a little effort but are so worth it

Fino & butter poached peaches with ginger pecan crunch

Make the most of summer peaches with this easy take on a fruit crumble. The addition of ginger, pecans and fino sherry give the dessert a touch of luxury

Gazpacho with runner bean tempura & pickled coriander seeds

We love the contrast of flavours, textures and temperatures in this gazpacho served with runner bean tempura and pickled coriander seeds. A fabulous starter

BBQ corn cobs with Comté & herb butter

Make corn on the cobs extra special with a slathering of butter mixed with Comté cheese, herbs and chilli, cooked on the barbecue. A lovely summer side dish

Red mullet with saffron baked orzo & broad beans

Add a touch of luxury to a weekend meal with red mullet and saffron-tinted orzo pasta. Peel the broad beans, too, if you really want to wow dinner guests

Tomato salad with ricotta, broad beans & salsa verde

Serve tricolore salad with a twist using heritage tomatoes, ricotta and salsa verde. A lovely summery side dish for a picnic, barbecue, or light lunch

Crab & chive filo parcels

Look for Cornish, Devon or Jersey crab for the sweetest flesh to enhance these filo parcels inspired by the Tunisian dish brik. Serve with tomato salsa

Homemade pappardelle with crab & broad beans

Make your own pappardelle and you may never go back to shop-bought pasta. Fresh crab adds a touch of luxury to a sauce rich with tomatoes and broad beans

Raspberry brûlée

Celebrate raspberry season with this take on crème brûlée. The sharp tang of this red fruit cuts through a rich custard base for the perfect summer dessert

Grilled mackerel with pickled gooseberry ketchup

For your next dinner party try this classic combination of rich, oily mackerel with sour gooseberries. You can also use white grapes in place of the berries