Runner bean & curry leaf bhajis with coconut chutney

Use up a garden glut of runner beans or buy them fresh to make these bhajis. Make sure you try the coconut chutney – it really is the perfect accompaniment

Smoky aubergine & red pepper salad

Char aubergine and peppers until tender and juicy, then combine with salty, creamy feta for a summer salad that’s the perfect vegetarian option for a barbecue

Strawberry, chocolate & marshmallow dippers

Cook these delicious strawberry, chocolate and marshmallow dippers in the dying embers of a barbecue. They make the perfect end to an outdoor family feast

BBQ sausages with smoky tomato sauce

Light a barbie and grill these sausages with a smoky tomato sauce, perfect for kids and adults alike. They’re great for a family barbecue or a camping holiday

Salmon tacos with lime dressing

Pack in the omega-3 with these barbecued salmon tacos served with avocado, tomato and lime yoghurt sauce. Kids will love assembling their own 

Sticky barbecue chicken

Nothing beats sticky chicken with barbecue sauce. Start in the oven to make sure it's cooked properly, then grill over hot coals for that lovely BBQ flavour

Halloumi burgers

These veggie halloumi burgers in brioche buns are perfect for the whole family. Serve as a quick and easy lunch – they're also great on camping holidays

Cherry ripple, chocolate & rose ice cream

Serve this cherry, chocolate and rose ice cream in cones for the kids, or in slices for a dinner party dessert. You don't need an ice cream maker to make it

Sticky jerk lamb kebabs

Leave the lamb to marinate for a few hours if you have time, to give these kebabs even more flavour. You can also use goat meat if you can get hold of it

Epic summer salad

Perfect for BBQs and buffets, this is an assembly job of gorgeous ingredients – no cooking required. Serve it with lamb kebabs for an impressive summer feast