Peach, brandy and raspberry punch

Make your al fresco feast a suitably stylish shindig with a pre-made cocktail. Philippa Davis’ peach, brandy and raspberry punch is simple to prepare ahead and makes a pleasing off…

Trifle opera cake jars with amaretto

With country house opera postponed or cancelled, put on a picnic worthy of Glyndebourne’s lawns at home. Don your finery, select a family member to provide the entertainment and indulge…

Venison salad niçoise

Even without chairs, a table or pressed linen, don’t let your culinary standards slip alfresco. Game makes excellent fare for summer suppers, so include it in your picnic. Philippa Davis’…

Pasta alla Norma

Recreate a night of open-air opera in your own garden with an al fresco feast and family talent. Philippa Davis’ pasta alla Norma hails from Catania in Sicily and is…