RECOMMENDATIONS

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  Rice pudding

  Give yourself a treat with Gary Rhodes' creamy rice pudding flavoured with vanilla seeds and lemon zest

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  Cheese fondue and tomato chutney

  For a delightful al fresco dinner for two, try Rachel Allen's Irish cheddar fondue with a home-made chutney and chunks of toasted bread

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  Solstice pudding

  Suz Evasdaughter has devised this really fruity spiced dessert that looks great and is quick and easy to make

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  Grilled lamb and halloumi souvlaki

  Silvana Franco slathers fresh mint pesto over skewers of lamb, halloumi and peppers in this summery dish

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  Cinnamon pecan buns

  These sweet, buttery and nutty treats from Rachel Allen are delicious with a cup of tea or coffee. Normally made with a yeast-risen dough, these buns are made using a slightly faster method.

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  The Sidecar

  Gennaro Contaldo’s traditional recipe for a Sidecar cocktail packs a citrus punch, with fresh oranges and lemon to pep up the Cointreau

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  Partridge with caramelised cauliflower puree

  Michael Caines transforms the humble cauliflower into a rich and flavoursome puree, perfect with crisp roasted partridge and a wild mushroom fricassee

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  Lamb kofta with herby couscous

  Bring a taste of the Middle East to your table with these cumin-scented koftas, served with coriander and parsley couscous

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  Char-grilled snapper with mango, prawn and chilli salsa

  Rick Stein's snapper recipe is a winner on the barbecue

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  Feta, watermelon and mint salad

  A vibrant and refreshing summer salad that's ideal for al fresco eating from Diana Henry