These no bake lemon and coconut squares are an easy, oven-free treat with a firm, chewy texture and a fresh, zesty flavour. Topped with a simple lemon icing for a bright finish, they are quick to prepare and make a great summer treat. The hardest part is just waiting for them to set before slicing and serving!

Fun and tasty biscuit to make to celebrate spring. You can get edible flowers from farm shops or online.

Delicious lemon loaves with pops of fruity blueberries, finished with a smooth lemon icing and a vibrant drizzle. Perfect for gifting, afternoon teas or picnics.

This Apricot Swiss Roll is a simple, summery classic that is perfect for warm days. A light sponge filled with apricot jam and whipped cream, then rolled and finished with a dusting of icing sugar. It is easy to slice and ideal for sharing at picnics, barbecues or with drinks in the garden. Straightforward and full of bright flavour, it is a reliable bake for relaxed summer gatherings.

Spanokopita is one of Greece’s most popular culinary exports; a deliciously flaky filo pie filled with spinach, eggs, herbs and feta.

An easy and reliable pizza dough base just add your favourite pizza toppings.

A shrub is a fruit-based vinegar syrup that is used in drinks and cocktails. Mix this one with lemonade and crushed ice for a refreshing drink or mix with soda and vodka for a delicious cocktail. Put the shrub in a sterilised bottle and store in the fridge for up to one month.

An easy summer dessert that can be made the day before you need it. We finished ours off with a drizzle of lemon curd after chilling, but you could swirl it into the cheesecake before chilling or decorate with fresh lemon and edible flowers instead.

Combine two classic desserts into a no-bake velvety vanilla cheesecake base, topped with a luscious layer of strawberry jelly. This creation is not only smooth and creamy but also bursts with the irresistible sweetness of ripe strawberries. Treat your guests to a heavenly dessert that is sure to be the highlight of any celebration, dinner party, or gathering. Store for up to five days in the fridge.

These American style pancakes are fluffy and delicious and can be served for dessert or breakfast.

There is nothing better on a summer’s day than a tasty fruit smoothie. Once blended this recipe could be passed through a sieve to remove the seeds if you prefer.

Level up your summer BBQ sides with this bright, zingy potato salad. Creamy avocado, zesty lime, garlic, chilli and fresh herbs are blitzed to create the delicious dressing, which coats the gently simmered potatoes for the perfect summer side dish. Any leftovers will keep for up to two days in the fridge.