Dining AL FRESCO!

These seasonal dishes are perfect to enjoy when the sun shines

- ROSE FOOKS

Burrata with courgettes and olives

Although this feels indulgent, it is a very simple throw-together dish and makes the most of seasonal flavours.

1 Lay the courgettes on kitchen paper, sprinkle with salt, leave for a few minutes; pat dry with more kitchen paper.

2 Add the light olive oil to a non-stick frying pan and fry the courgettes over a medium-high heat, in batches, in a single layer, for 3 mins until golden and crisp. Transfer to a serving platter/bowl.

3 In a jar, shake together the extra virgin olive oil, lemon zest and juice, vinegar, chilli, and some salt and pepper. Arrange the 2 balls of burrata on the platter with the courgettes. Scatter with the broad beans, olives, mint and basil.

4 Serve with side plates and let everyone dive in and help themselves, with the warm focaccia or ciabatta for mopping.

Orzo with tomatoes and peppers