Smoked salmon with grapefruit salad

A refreshing accompaniment to any seafood dish and particulary good with oysters

Homemade gravy

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
A rich sauce for roast poultry – use chicken wings, bacon and white wine for added flavour

Melon & rose granita

Granitas are half way between a drink and a sorbet – the mixture is so refreshing and the texture icy enough to eat with a teaspoon

Porcini-rubbed steak

Porcini mushrooms really make this dish. A must-try for any steak lover, this simple recipe is a real treat

Gooseberry meringue tart

Stuck for what to do with gooseberries? Think of a classic lemon dessert and simply swap the lemon

Peppermint lollipops

These little treats are the new wedding must-haves, but make them yourself and they won’t break the bank

Stuffed peppers on the barbie

Mary Cadogan’s clever bbq recipe will impress all of your friends and family and have them coming back for more

Sunshine bars

The solution for any picnic or open air event – a no-bake bar packed with good stuff

Bresaola with exotic fruit salsa

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Clever shopping is key. Use packs of prepared fruits to be super-quick and, if you can’t find bresaola, use prosciutto

Cheesy corn muffalettas

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Brilliant for lunchboxes or simply served with ham, crisp salad leaves or even baked beans