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By royal approval: Raspberry swirl meringues By Carolyn Robb Published: 00:02 BST, 29 May 2022 | Updated: 00:02 BST, 29 May 2022 These small, rustic meringues have a thin, crunchy shell and a soft, chewy, marshmallow-like centre. The freeze-dried raspberry powder imparts a refreshingly sharp hit of flavour that cuts through the sweetness. MAKES about … Read more

By royal approval: Giant bourbon biscuits By Carolyn Robb Published: 00:02 BST, 29 May 2022 | Updated: 00:02 BST, 29 May 2022 Rather like giant dominoes, these sandwich biscuits with a rich chocolate filling are a British classic loved by all ages. Homemade bourbons were always popular in the royal nursery. MAKES 12 sandwich biscuits … Read more

By royal approval: Rhubarb and white chocolate tartlets By Carolyn Robb Published: 00:02 BST, 29 May 2022 | Updated: 00:02 BST, 29 May 2022 In this recipe, thin, crisp, golden filo pastry shells are filled with unctuous white-chocolate vanilla mousse and topped with tart rhubarb – a heavenly marriage of crunchy, creamy and tangy. Harry … Read more

By royal approval: Strawberry bunting cake By Carolyn Robb Published: 00:02 BST, 29 May 2022 | Updated: 00:02 BST, 29 May 2022 There is no cake more regal. It was originally made for Queen Victoria, during whose incredible 63-year reign the tradition of afternoon tea began to evolve. And during the 70-year reign of Queen … Read more

By royal approval: Lemon and thyme cake By Carolyn Robb Published: 00:02 BST, 29 May 2022 | Updated: 00:02 BST, 29 May 2022 Made with yogurt and olive oil, this is incredibly light and moist. It is drenched in an aromatic, thyme-infused lemon syrup, which, once cool, forms a delicate, crisp sugary shell. Served with … Read more

By royal approval: Chilled lime tartlets By Carolyn Robb Published: 00:02 BST, 29 May 2022 | Updated: 00:02 BST, 29 May 2022 These refreshing tartlets take minutes to make and are perfect for an alfresco summer afternoon tea. MAKES 8 tartlets light vegetable oil, for the moulds FOR THE BASE 140g shortbread biscuits 70g butter, … Read more

Squeeze in the sunshine: Asparagus & gruyere tartlets By Marina Filippelli Published: 00:02 BST, 22 May 2022 | Updated: 00:02 BST, 22 May 2022 These are so quick to make, especially if you buy ready-rolled pastry. The recipe makes four tartlets, which would satisfy two people if you’re not serving much else. If you’re eating … Read more

Squeeze in the sunshine: Roasted squash & onion frittata By Marina Filippelli Published: 00:02 BST, 22 May 2022 | Updated: 00:02 BST, 22 May 2022 Squash, red onion and coriander is one of my favourite flavour combinations. SERVES 6-8 PREP 10 minutes COOK 50-55 minutes 500g squash or pumpkin, peeled and cut into 2.5cm wedges … Read more

Squeeze in the sunshine: Blueberry & raspberry loaf cake By Marina Filippelli Published: 00:02 BST, 22 May 2022 | Updated: 00:02 BST, 22 May 2022 No cake is easier to pack for a picnic than a loaf cake. This one has a light moist crumb and a lovely crunchy top. Serve on its own, or … Read more

Fusing her love of colour with a passion for upcycling, knitwear designer Alice Byrom has turned this Victorian semi into a vibrant family home  The living room’s vivid green tones pop against the muted walls, painted in Rusling, £52 for 2.5 litres, littlegreene.com. Table lamp, £171, pooky.com    After living in West London for five years, … Read more