RECOMMENDATIONS

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  Fisherman’s relish

  The surprise ingredient of Theodore Kyriakou’s traditional fishermen’s spread is rabbit – perhaps because rabbits are so plentiful on the Greek islands

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  Lamb biryani

  Roopa Gulati's elegant North Indian classic combines the fragrance of basmati rice with home-ground garam masala and meltingly tender pieces of lamb

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  Roast chicken with vinaigrette

  Matthew Fort ditches the gravy and makes a zingy French dressing for his roast chicken instead

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  Baked salmon in pastry

  For a dinner party or buffet dish guaranteed to wow guests, try Tamasin Day-Lewis's salmon in pastry with creamy herb sauce

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  Raspberry lemonade

  This beautiful pink drink from Diana Henry is the perfect non-alcoholic cocktail for summer parties

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  French onion soup

  Supposedly invented by King Louis XV of France when he only had onions, butter and champagne in his hunting lodge, Matt Tebbutt’s favourite soup is delicious - even without the champagne!

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  Chickpea and chorizo fritters

  Ainsley Harriott's fritters are always a winner and are the perfect snack to make when your mates pop over for the footie - gram (chickpea) flour is available from most supermarkets

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  Banana muffins

  Jane Asher whips up some wholesome banana muffins, ideal for summer picnics, tea parties or breakfast on-the-run. Hold your own Blooming Great Tea Party to support Marie Curie Cancer

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  Roast partridge with roasted root vegetables

  The best time to enjoy the rich flavour of Gary Rhodes' partridge recipe is during the autumn months, when the birds are younger and their meat more tender

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  Filipino fish

  Allegra Mcevedy uses traditional coconut vinegar for this aromatic fish dish – an inspiration from the Phillipines