"Summer is served! with my four flavour-packed menus to suit all your summer entertaining needs. These were all designed to be as easy as possible to actually enjoy the sun, rather than be stuck in the kitchen. We’ve got a mix of bold summer flavours, textures and colours and even some recipes for when the weather is looking not so glorious; there really is something for everyone. I hope you love these menus as much as I do, and feel free to mix and match between them to suit you. Happy cooking!"
Helena xx
More Summer is Served menus:
Let's get fruity menu
"Impress your guests with these tropical vibes. This menu was inspired by a trip to Puerto Rico, where the fresh fruit and vegetables were juicy and sweet. I’ve gone for a non-alcoholic cocktail here, but it could always be spiked with some rum, if you like."
Main
Charred chicken thighs with fish sauce, lime, chilli caramel dressing
A flavour-packed main providing serious wow-factor. Chicken thighs are marinated in a glorious chilli caramel and lime dressing for a moreish sweet and salty combination. Arrange your chicken on a platter and serve with rice for a showstopping summer main.
Side
Mooli carrot salad
Try this Puerto Rican-inspired salad for a colourful starter that's ready to serve in 15 minutes. Traditionally made with chayote, here carrots and mooli take its place to deliver crunch. It's vegan and gluten-free too, so it will please everyone at the table.
Dessert
Griddled pineapple with toasted honey & ginger cream
Balancing sweet and spicy flavours, this juicy pineapple dessert makes the perfect end to your summer menu, served with a simple honey & ginger cream. You can griddle the pineapple for this dessert on the barbecue if you’re hosting outdoors.
Drink
Non-alcoholic summer spritz
This non-alcoholic cocktail features granadilla, a type of passion fruit which is both sweet and sour – it makes a fruity spritz with slight tartness. If you can’t find granadilla passion fruit, a normal ripe passion fruit also works.
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