Mum’s the word

Fill a hamper or cool bag and head for the great outdoors

Chef Adam Smith designs a stylish menu built to impress – but still leave you with time to enjoy the sunshine

Low-maintenance plates packed with punchy flavours? We’ve sorted your midweek eating schedule with these five easy-to-pull-together summer suppers

■ Serves 4 ■ Prep 20 mins ■ Cook 40 mins 1 tbsp olive oil6 chicken thighs, skinless and boneless, cut into large chunks2 tbsp piri-piri seasoning1 onion, finely chopped2 garlic cloves, crushed350g bas

This BBQ side classic is made even tastier with the addition of seasonal asparagus, peas and peppery watercress or rocket. A scattering of lighter Greek salad cheese finishes your dish off with salty

Make barbecue entertaining easy with these next-level meaty mains and their vibrant complementary salads