RECOMMENDATIONS

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  Chicken and morning glory stir-fry

  Mark Read’s recipe is quick and simple, thanks to a hot wok that seals in the flavours of the corn-fed chicken and fresh, crunchy morning glory vegetables

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  Confit of pollack with cockle chowder

  This impressive-sounding dish is quick and easy enough to prepare for a mid-week supper.

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  Venison pate with spicy pickle

  Paul Bloxham’s tasty terrine would make a spectacular starter or an impressive addition to a spring picnic

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  Beef satay with peanut sauce

  Jason Atherton’s simple sauce transforms beef fillet into an impressive Asian-style starter or light lunch

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  Gooseberry and green peppercorn chutney with mackerel

  The tartness of the flavoursome chutney cuts through the richness of the fish in James Martin's easy recipe

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  Classic Victoria sponge

  Jane Asher's sponge sandwich with whipped cream and strawberry jam is a classic British afternoon tea treat

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  Smoked trout with tarragon mayonnaise

  Sophie Grigson makes a pretty, easy starter for a summer evening, with a sharp crisp salad of cucumber and radish and a rich herb scented mayonnaise

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  West Indian fried snapper with celeriac coleslaw

  Aaron Craze turns to the Caribbean for inspiration with this spiced fish served with refreshing coleslaw.

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  Barbecued scallops with hazelnut butter

  This simple and delicious dish of scallops topped with hazelnut butter from James Martin can be served as a starter or light lunch

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  Berry gratin

  Matt Tebbutt’s dessert makes the best of summer fruits – use fresh raspberries, blackberries, or whatever you fancy