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Independence Day
The USA celebrates Independence Day on 4 July, so why not get into the American swing of things with these authentic American dishes, courtesy of Uncle Sam.
Recipe of the day
A lovely Spanish recipe to cook on the barbecue. The chorizo adds an incredibly rich flavour to the chicken.
Pray for sun!
What you choose to throw on the BBQ is a personal thing: for some a prawn will do; others want the whole shebang. But we have barbecue recipes to suit everyone's tastes.
Weekend treats
Love a takeaway but treating yourself is strictly off the menu since the recession bit? Well, we're feeling it too at delicious. HQ, which is why we've compiled our favourite takeaways that can be prepared at home in less than 30 minutes.
Big deal
On 19 July, the Eden Trust is asking people to hold a Big Lunch – street parties with their neighbours to generate some much-needed community spirit. To make life easier, we've rustled up some picnic, barbecue and kids' party menus for you.
Have a meat-free week
Dear veggies, we haven't forgotten you. We've got some divine vegetarian recipes that make ideal light lunches or simple suppers for the warmer months.
Fairtrade recipes
Cafédirect's brownies are as chocolately as they come but with a hint of coffee for extra flavour. Serve with Cafédirect's Medium Roast Coffee, with its nutty, spicy aromas.
Go Med
For a piece of sunny Greece, a taste of Turkey, or a culinary nod to Egypt look no further. These healthy Mediterranean recipes are as nostalgic of holidays past as they are a kiss and a tickle to your tastebuds.
Events & campaigns
There are plenty of regional food festivals this month, and seafood, cheese and cherries get a special mention.
Looking for answers?
Get your healthy eating tips, drinks advice and travel kicks, kitchen talk and book reviews right here!
Green-fingered?
Summer has officially arrived – and now’s the time to plant new potatoes, parsley and kale.
Lime and lemongrass rum punch
Frozen watermelon shake
Peach and raspberry Champagne cocktail
Harissa turkey burgers with a watercress tzatziki
Grilled spring onions, cucumber salad with cottage cheese
Fresh pineapple with crushed mint and lime sugar
Antipasti tart
Wild mushroom and mozzarella risotto cakes
Low-fat tiramisu
Stilton, walnut and chicory salad
Pan-fried red mullet with a basil, olive and shallot salad
Treacle tarts with fruits
Mezze platter
Spinach, Parmesan and sausage cannelloni
Raspberry ripple frozen yogurt with sponge drops
Spicy Oriental lamb salad
Twice-spiced coriander chicken skewers
Chilli prawn and spinach linguine
Thai fishcakes
Vietnamese rolls with radishes and seared beef
Crispy prawns
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Shopping list
Print out our shopping list for the Smart Cook section of the August issue of the magazine; this month it's 10 recipes which use minimal cooking equipment – perfect for a self-catering holiday.
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