With a subtle taste, chia seeds are the perfect way to add a daily dash of goodness to favourite everyday dishes – without compromising on flavour. Simply sprinkle onto granola for breakfast, blend in a refreshing coconut smoothie or add to some courgetti for an easy mid-week meal.

Theo Randall has been working with S.Pellegrino in the annual Live in Italian, Live from London pop-up.

Created by Dan Berger, the head mixologist at Heddon Street Kitchen, ‘The Glory of Expedition Gin & Tonic Twist’ was inspired by Dan’s recent involvement with Bombay Sapphire World Most Imaginative Bartender Competition. 

Here is a deliciously sweet and seasonal recipe from the Italian restaurant, Enoteca turi: Peach trifle… perfect for the English summertime!

James Sommerin, owner and Head Chef at Restaurant James Sommerin on the seafront at Penarth, Cardiff serves up a delicious, light and summery mackerel dish, great for eating al fresco.   Mackerel is very much in season and readily available  – and we all know seasonal is best!

Tesco has the ingredients to fire up the nation’s taste-buds this summer by partnering with Salt Yard Chef Director, Ben Tish, to launch the Flame Academy; a one stop shop for brilliant barbecue food, offering expert BBQ tips, great recipes and ideas to make the nation’s summer sizzle.

Salad with breaded Reblochon

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Sole from la Cotinière Roasted in lemon butter In the spirit of a paella By Nicolas Magie A recipe from the marvellous St James Hotel in Bordeaux

This takes a traditional authentic dish and adds a modern street food twist for a new generation of food lovers and globe-trotting gourmands. This dish is easy to prepare, making it perfect for light lunches or al fresco suppers.

Florence Knight; Head chef at Polpetto restaurant and Sunday Times Magazine’s Cook, has created a beautiful Taste of Summer Menu