Simple Recipes for a Summer Gathering
Nothing says summer more than simple, delicious food with friends on a warm evening. We love a summer gathering – whether it’s been planned for a while and waited for with much anticipation, or a last minute get together with friends, we’ve one aim. We want the ambiance to be effortless, carefree and fun for everyone, us included.
It’s not just about the guest list, table setting, playlist - for us it’s all about the food, and those feelgood conversations that only come from sitting around the table together.
We want many dishes scattered across the table, enjoyed in an informal way, and each to be relished by all those gathering together.
We’re helping make things super simple for you with our most loved summer sharing recipes, each delicious and bursting with seasonal colour and flavour. We may just have the stress-free recipes you need this summer.
The last minute throw together showstopper
Heritage Tomato Panzanella
Not just a showstopper of a sharing dish, this salad dish can be put together in minutes, and without any warning. You’ll find most of the ingredients in your herb pots and store cupboard. And that stale loaf of sourdough or ciabatta? We can use that too. Just add some seasonal, heritage tomatoes for a flash of colour, and a good drizzle of our Garlic, Oregano & Balsamic Bread Dipper, and you’ve a true taste of summer ready to share and wow your guests.
The recipe to get ahead
Jerk Chicken & Pineapple Skewers
These skewers are the epitome of summer flavour. A dream to make, they take no time at all, and our Jerk Marinade allows you to get ahead by letting the marinade do its magic overnight (or at least an hour) before popping on the barbecue.
With the marinade packed with warm, spicy and zesty flavours, it’s the flavour bomb you didn’t know you needed when teamed with chicken and sticky, sweet pineapple.
The dish that vegans love (well, everyone really!)
Warm Lemon & Herb Cous Cous with Roasted Carrot & Veg
There’s no need to panic when you need a plant-based dish at your get together. We’ll let you into a secret, just make your seasonal vegetables the star of the show, and you can’t go wrong. This simple sharing salad uses our Garlic & Thyme Plant Based Mayonnaise, along with our Rosemary, Thyme & Lemon Bread Dipper for layers of flavour.
Served warm or cold, it guarantees a plate full of colour, ready to impress all around the table, whether for a crowd or for a more select dinner party.
Make it once, serve it twice dish
Sweet Potato, Lentil & Feta Cheese Salad
After entertaining we’re always hoping that there are leftovers of this delicious salad! Packed with all the good stuff, this makes for a tasty side for entertaining, and also a winner for the easy next day lunch. A good drizzle of our Mango & Chilli Dressing gives that sweet kick of chilli boost that makes it so memorable a dish.
The ultimate crowd pleaser
Fresh Potato Salad with Garden Herbs
It’s not a get together at our here unless there’s a bowl of this potato salad with plenty for all. Whether it’s a barbecue, dinner party, or easy alfresco dining, this always delights. Dressed with our zingy Lemon & Dill Mayonnaise, and piled with fresh herb, it’s a showcase for summer flavours.
If you’d like to explore more of our recipe inspiration, simply head over to our recipe pages. Enjoy!