RECOMMENDATIONS

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  Lamb shish kebabs

  Tom Parker Bowles’ tasty kebabs can be assembled ahead, then cooked and served quickly when everyone comes home starving

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  Scallop, jerusalem artichoke and lentil salad

  Diana Henry combines textures and tastes in a stylish starter for six

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  Chicken liver and chorizo salad

  Made in minutes, this smoky salad from Tom Parker Bowles is just what’s needed for a lazy summer lunch, perfect with a pile of crusty bread and a glass or two of chilled dry sherry

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  Queen of puddings

  Warmed jam and a meringue topping keep Ann Muller's pudding traditionally English

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  Quiche Lorraine

  Crumbly butter pastry, smoky bacon and melting gruyere cheese are a divine combination in Trish Deseine’s recipe for this great French quiche

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  Baked camembert in a box

  A simply clever modern classic via the Tanner Brothers - an unctuous starter, lunch, or alternative cheese/dessert course

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  Gin martini

  Enjoy a cocktail classic with Chris Sheldon's recipe for a gin martini, James Bond's favourite drink

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  Spaghetti vongole

  Ed Baines combines clams, anchovies, white wine, tomatoes and chillies with pasta in this splendid main course

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  Ginger squid salad

  Jason Atherton cooks Thai-influenced ginger squid salad, bursting with fresh, zingy flavours

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  Minestrone with pancetta

  Sophie Grigson shares her family’s favourite recipe for this famous Italian export