RECOMMENDATIONS

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  Red mullet with almond courgette pesto

  A colourful dinner party dish with dramatic black olive-infused oil from Jun Tanaka

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  Devon spring lamb in herb and anchovy butter

  John Burton Race’s delicious main course with simple accompaniments showcases the new season’s tender young lamb

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  Scottish bramble 'mess'

  Meringues, cream and brambles come together in Gary Rhodes' Scottish twist on Eton mess

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  Rum punch

  Get the party swinging with Allegra McEvedy’s Caribbean punch - try varying the recipe with guava juice or passion fruit syrup instead of orange or pineapple

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  Mackerel en papillote

  James Martin creates an easy and healthy fish recipe on his road trip around Brittany.

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  Mince pie baked Alaska

  If you think you don't like mince pies, try Matthew Fort's jazzed up version

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  Roe deer with sesame and coriander

  Inspired by the recipes of Indian royalty, Atul Kochhar serves a light game dish with sweet tomato fondue and spicy apples

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  Spaghetti bolognese

  Roopa Gulati's spag bol is packed with herby notes and topped with Parmesan shavings - a much-loved comfort dish

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  Pan-fried mackerel with herb butter

  Make Rachel Allen’s delicious herb butter ahead of time and supper can be on the table in a matter of minutes

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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