Barbecued oysters with garlic, paprika & Parmesan butter

Pep up your barbecue with these wonderfully meaty molluscs, bubbling in a smoky spiced garlic butter. Use large green-shelled mussels instead, if you like

Cherry bruschetta

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

Ripe sweet cherries, creamy ricotta and salty prosciutto combine beautifully on these little toasts – the perfect nibble for a summer party

Marinated mackerel with green olive & celery dressing

Mackerel is undoubtedly a British superfood but it can leave your kitchen full of pungent aromas.  You can avoid this by lightly pickling instead of cooking it, like in this fresh-tasting recipe

Cherry soup with whipped mascarpone & caramelised almonds

Plump, glossy cherries poached in Prosecco, topped with crunchy almond brittle and creamy mascarpone makes for the perfect summer dessert

John’s jambalaya

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

A fragrant chorizo one-pot inspired by Creole cooking, flavoured with thyme, oregano, smoked paprika and cayenne

Easy poached salmon with salsa verde

Create a poaching liquor of fennel, bay and parsley for your fish, then serve with an Italian 'green sauce'

Fennel & lemon risotto

This new way with risotto makes an easy supper for two. For a non-veggie option, just add a few cooked, peeled prawns

Crisp prosciutto, pea & mozzarella salad with mint vinaigrette

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

Fresh Italian flavours make a perfect complement to the warmer weather

Goat’s cheese & bistro salad

By grilling some bread and tossing together a simple salad, a piece of cheese becomes a course in itself

Veal chops with sage & creamy squash polenta

Enjoy time together at the weekend preparing this special dish for two