YOUR STAPLES FOR SUMMER

When the sun is shining, there’s so much to enjoy, whether it’s fresh produce or eating and drinking together outdoors. We asked our community what summer means to them:

I live in Spain, so for us it’s tapas and lush salads, and for drinks, tinto de verano with lemon.

Samantha Beane, Spain

Salads, BBQ and iced tea. Bilberries and wild small strawberries served with cream as a reward after having picked them. Peaches and a really ripe and juicy watermelon are other summer favourites.

Agneta Rosenson, The Netherlands

I just come alive in the summer with al fresco dining! The parasol goes up, pretty fairy lights, salads, tapas, paella, BBQS, seafood, wood-fired pizzas – I bring the Med to my garden.

Em Wood, Wiltshire

BBQS Greek-style, with souvlakia, watermelon, homegrown strawberries, tomatoes, rose ice cream, and anything eaten outside.

Athina Rich, Hampshire