Pub menu the parakeet

Share the load with your guests and ask each to make one of these delicious dishes for your next alfresco gathering

Bring all the beloved flavours of the classic tart together into a showstopping cake. Almond-rich sponges are sandwiched with black cherry conserve and finished with silky buttercream – just the thing

Serves 3Prep time 10 minCook time 20 min MAKE AHEAD Make to the end of step 4; keep in the fridge for up to 3 days. Add the sesame seeds to serve. EASY SWAPS To make this gluten-free, use gluten-free

It’s a wonder what you can whip up using some basic staples

Fill those balmy summer evenings with delicious meals you’ll want to cook again and again

INGREDIENTS 2 tbsp olive oil 1 onion, finely chopped 1 garlic clove, finely chopped 300g courgettes, green or yellow, coarsely grated 1 litre chicken or vegetable stock 1 egg 250ml natural yoghurt Jui