Making the most of august’s bounty

Nothing beats the sweet, sun-ripened flavour of seasonal tomatoes. Whether they’re roasted, raw or simmered into sauces, they can add vibrancy and depth to so many dishes. At their peak, tomatoes need

I feel like I’m in a novel. It’s high summer and I am strolling through the kitchen garden (a grand renaming of my tiny raised beds that suits my mood) in a frock (impractical, but ditto mood), collec

Tomatoes In the freezer Cooked tomatoes freeze very well – make a big batch of fresh pomodoro or arrabbiata sauce and portion it up for the freezer. Make a preserve Try a spiced tomato chutney, tomato

Helping you get your best-ever fruit and veg

Valencian paella, where the dish originates, is made with rabbit and/or chicken, green beans and fat white beans. This version combines seafood and meat. Paella shouldn’t be stirred (like risotto) as

Making the most of the season’s fresh and tangy bounty, these colourful dishes are perfect for sharing in the sun