Tingling prawns, chilli crab, spicy potato croquettes: here are some recipes that are guaranteed to turn up the heat.

Ultra-thin apple slices precisely arranged atop a puff pastry base equal simple, buttery perfection, writes Lisa Featherby.

Autumn’s the time for long, leisurely lunches and food that captures the last of the sun.

The brassica family, including Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, broccoli and cabbage, is one of the more humble collections of vegetables. But what they might lack in looks they make up for in flavour and versatility.

Some of our favourite snack recipes come from the home of jamón and empanadas. Buen provecho!

From pissaladière to beignets and cassoulet, the south of France has it all.

Warm autumnal flavours shine this month from luxe pancakes to hearty chickpeas.

Bikini season is over, bring on the long lunch, featuring the likes of brioche rolls with scrambled egg and citrus-cured ocean trout, blood-orange crush with ginger and mint syrup, caramelised onion, anchovy and olive tart, and much more. Check out our slideshow for some inspiration.

Sun, tomatoes and crudi: it’s Italy on a plate. Buon appetito!

Cool recipes for the boat or the beach, plus some tasty bites and drinks for summer.