Food & drink

Even when the skies are clear and the evenings balmy and lingering, many of us will have a longing in summertime to skip overseas. The biggest draw (other than uninterrupted sunshine)? Food. It’s ofte

SERVES 4 | PREP 10 MINSCOOK 6 MINS | EASY | GF 75g Fragata stoneless Manzanillaolives stuffed with garlic1 tbsp toasted flaked almonds3 spring onions, roughly chopped4 tbsp extra-virgin olive oilhandf

Greek food sings of the summer — it’s best enjoyed outside, from mainland mountaintops to island beaches. Mezze spreads celebrate punchy purple olives, garlicky dips and herb-sprinkled cheese, while salads of sun-ripened tomatoes, tangy feta and fragrant oregano are perfect with just-landed grilled fish or slow-stewed legumes cooked in outdoor ovens following recipes that date back to antiquity. From Macedonia in the north to Crete in the south, we explore the country via its standout dishes

I have to recommend a seasonal fruit that’s precious to all Spaniards and one that, in the past few years, you’ve been able to find in every major supermarket. That’s the picota cherry, which grows in

1. Yeo Valley Kefir Mango & Passionfruit, from £2.00, available in most major stores including Sainsbury's This kefir offers a vibrant, tropical twist on traditional kefir. Crafted from organic Britis

Olive oil has a wealth of properties beyond its status as a pantry staple. Let its aromatic flavour shine through in your cooking