WITH summer fully under way, I am thrilled to see the garden pulling out all the stops and producing a colourful array of seasonal delights. In the UK we are absolutely spoiled for choice around this time, both in the quality of produce and the variety available. Salad leaves, vegetables, berries, stoned fruits and herbs are all plentiful and ripe for picking. Although this seems to not only be bringing me joy but also the labrador, who has cheekily created a ‘pick your own’ row in the raspberry and blackcurrant patch.
This month I have shared some of my favourite fresh, flavourful dishes to serve for athan other ragus. The venison tartine is topped with slices of juicy steak and a warm salad, which helps bring out the flavour of the vegetables. It can also be cooked on a barbecue or griddle. Finally the peach and parkin trifle is a summery, aromatic version of this classic dessert. All, of course, are best served outside with a glass of rosé and a ray of sunshine.
