Welcome to June

L o ng, sun-drenched days, the sizzle of

Summer LOVE-IN!

June brings plenty of British produce, plus events and longer days for enjoying it. Plan your next day out using our guide on page 20 and share these recipes to make the most of it

OUT AND ABOUT June

Pack up your picnic hamper and soak up the sun at events happening up and down the country

easy

recipes for every day

shake-up salads

Liven up your packed lunches with our make-ahead salads – simply shake to serve

kofte meets tacos

In this new series we combine the best of two culinary worlds for a deliciously quirky quick-fix dinner

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Passion fruit & coconut traybake

Coconut pairs well with the mellow tang of passion fruit. Cut this into squares and share at your next garden party or picnic.

summer batch cooking

Fill your freezer with exciting meals from ‘The Batch Lady’, Suzanne Mulholland , so there’s no need to worry about dinner over the school holidays

Cook smart

Spend less and make more of what you’ve got in the fridge and storecupboard

Air fryer classics

Make these comforting family favourites without turning on the oven

The yellow sticker challenge

Make the most of reduced radishes with these zero-waste recipes

One base three meals

Make a batch of summer bean stew, then use it as the foundation for more inventive dinners

Boost your body confidence

Dr Chintal Patel shares a week of wholesome dinners to help you meet your health goals

Heart health

Dr Chintal Patel explains how making food and lifestyle changes can help keep your heart healthy

At its best

Make the most of new season’s cucumbers, courgettes and raspberries with recipes from our food content producer Helena Busiakiewicz

Discover it now: courgette flowers

Each month Barney Desmazery unearths an ingredient at its seasonal peak

Homegrown

Eat seasonally when produce is at its peak, both in flavour and affordability, and preserve some to enjoy all year round

Summer stars

Pick up some great-quality produce fresh from Morrisons Market Street and use it to make these summery classics

Be the boss Be of your BBQ

GRILL THRILL CHILL

Fire up the BBQ on Father’s Day

Good Food Show host Marcus Bean shares ideas for cooking outdoors on Sunday 15 June, all big on flavour and easy to prep ahead

BBQ peach panzanella

The great thing about a good panzanella is

Barbecued parmesan new potatoes with garlic & thyme

Shoot director FREDDIE STEWART Food stylist JESSICA RANSOM

The spice grills

Bring some West African spice to your barbecue menu with these recipes from The Flygerians

Lamb suya

Grilled lamb suya is a popular West African

Grilled fish with samphire

If you ever walked past my grandma’s flat

BBQ corn ribs

Shoot director FREDDIE STWEART | Food stylist AMY

5 of the best barbecues

Embrace cooking outdoors with our pick of the best gas, charcoal and electric barbecues

Garden cocktail

Whip up a refreshing pink sangria, plus discover the bottles to look out for in shops this month

Briony May Williams’

slow-cooked lamb

Malaysian fusion

Malaysian-Scottish food writer Julie Lin expertly blends flavours from both cultures to create these comforting dishes

Make an epic sandwich tonight

One to watch in our recent Rising Stars contest, Sofia Antona turns a chicken sandwich into a special treat. Plus, a new recipe from our winner Georgia Hughes

Grill, thrill, chill

on sale 26 June

Bursting with flavour

With its rich history and distinctively delicious taste, Parmigiano Reggiano PDO is one of Europe’s most popular cheeses for good reason

Oats so good

Bake these moreish snack bars for a country walk or summer picnic recipe AILSA BURT

IN the KNOW

Sharpen your skills in the kitchen with our expert guides and make a note of the latest cookbooks

BAKED STRAWBERRY CHEESECAKE

Showcase the best seasonal British strawberries with this elevated take on the classic dessert

BOOKS for COOKS

Our resident reviewer Fiona Forman makes Puerto Rican biscuits from Caribe by Keshia Sakarah and casts her eye over more new titles

CREATE A CHEESEBOARD for dad

Enjoy this selection plus drinks pairings from the Academy of Cheese for an unforgettable Father’s Day treat – plus, the artisan producers pay tribute to their own dads, who inspired their cheesemaking

HOW I BECAME AN accidental vegetarian

When her son decided to give up meat, it changed barbecue season for Mallika Basu , but along with that came some exciting new veggie ideas

“Together we tackle rural food poverty”

Climate heroes

The newest Med hotspot

With its shimmering coastline and incredible seafood, Kalkan, off the coast of Turkey, is ideal for families seeking a summer retreat

Cumbria and The Lakes

Eat your way around this stunning region, and sample some top British dishes

Unspoilt European beach destinations

Escape to a lesser-known seaside spot for a break focussed on relaxation, sun and sand