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Thursday 24 May 2012,By Ben Vear

Strawberry Ice Cream

Strawberries are the ultimate summer fruit: intense in colour, texture and taste, a perfect balance of sweet and tart. For this recipe I’ve used cream from a local organic farm, Woefuldane, which is based on ancient grassland in the heart of the Cotswolds. Their herd of 100 shorthorn cows are lovingly cared for in beautiful surroundings. My strawberries, picked from the local pick-your-own at Primrose Vale fruit farm, near Cheltenham, help to create this great summerflavoured ice cream – perfect for the Wimbledon season! Read On
Wednesday 23 May 2012,By Eric Lanlard

Elizabeth Cake

The traditional Victoria Sponge has undergone a Jubilee makeover by TV chef Eric Lanlard to become the ‘Elizabeth Cake’ Read On
Monday 14 May 2012,By Budgens

Jubilee fairy cakes

It’s easy to create a regal confection from a simple mini sponge. Slice off the top of these little buns, pipe a crown of buttercream and add a dollop of jam. Then, simply halve the leftover sponge and push into the decoration. Read On
Thursday 10 May 2012,By Jessica Simmons, The Women's Institute

Queen cakes

For a regal touch to afternoon tea, try these sweet and light queen cakes. Quick and easy to make, they taste delicious. Read On
Thursday 10 May 2012,By Jessica Simmons, The Women's Institute

Scotch eggs

Rumour has it that these were invented by Fortnum & Mason in 1738. They’re traditionally served cold and are having something of a revival. Read On
Tuesday 8 May 2012,By Jessica Simmons, The Women's Institute

Strawberry shortcakes

Old-fashioned favourites consisting of fresh strawberries and cream sandwiched between melt-in-the-mouth shortcake biscuits. Read On
Monday 23 April 2012

Warm Asparagus, Griddled Chicken and Feta Salad with a Red Pepper and Chilli Dressing

What better way to welcome back the longer days than with a wonderful warm spring salad? Read On
Friday 20 April 2012

Poached eggs in red wine

A well-loved classic in France, this recipe for poached eggs in red wine with smoked bacon and onions is by TV chef Jun Tanaka Read On
Tuesday 17 April 2012,By

Roast cod and bacon-crushed Jersey Royals

A simple and delicious fish dish Read On
Monday 16 April 2012,By

Lemon-crushed Jersey Royals with bacon-wrapped chicken

This delicious combination of flavours is great for a tasty mid-week supper Read On