Food & Drink

Adding cucumber to your gin gives it a fresh, mellow flavour which harmonises beautifully with floral gins. Some gins even use cucumber in the distillation process – a perfect option for this recipe. 
Barbecuing a ham isn’t hard as long as you’re buying pre-cooked, you’ve picked up a deep foil dish, and you have a barbecue with a lid and/or a rotisserie. Work on an average of 15 minutes per 500g – so if your ham is 3kg, allow for 3 hours. Keep an eye on it if you’re using a sugary glaze to ensure a crisis-free Christmas!
When it comes to desserts, don’t mess with perfection – grab a pav base from the supermarket and pile on the deliciousness.
The days are getting longer, the sun’s shining brighter. There’s no better time to head out on the road, find a suitable spot for the rest of the day and whip up some tasty seasonal treats, says Catherine Milford.
An espresso martini is one of those drinks that can either get the party started, or bring it to 
an elegant close.
This after-dinner recipe makes the most of our succulent strawberries. If you’re going out for the day, put the strawberries in the alcohol mix before you leave, for 
a delicious dessert that’s ready in minutes.

Make the most of asparagus season with this simple dish that combines the subtle oils of fresh salmon with the crunch of asparagus, all held together with a zesty lemon butter. And the best bit? Each portion is wrapped in tin foil, making cleaning up a breeze!
"I’ve kept everything that’s quintessential about this Pacific staple – but I’ve replaced the usually high sodium levels with a variety of sauces that keep the flavour up and the salt down. This one is great for a picnic; a cold dish on a hot day." – Ganesh