11 ways the Easy Food Summer Special brings the sunshine to your kitchen

Rain or shine, the Easy Food Summer Special is back to bring some bold, bright flavours into your kitchen! Read on for a sneak peek as to what’s inside…

1. Blasta Books sneak peek

We’re sharing another exclusive recipe from “Hot Fat” by Russell Alford and Patrick Hanlon, the fried-food obsessed duo behind GastroGays.

2. Celebrating Irish home cooks

Meet Thien Laitenberger, an inspirational young chef from Co. Leitrim who’s sharing his love of Irish ingredients and environmentally friendly practices on his YouTube channel.

3. Sunny al fresco dining

These recipes will be perfect for picnics or barbecues on the sunny days we’re sure will come (sooner or later).

4. Sensational summer salads

Up your salad game with these next-level creations, then personalise with some of our favourite DIY dressings.

5. Test kitchen tips: wibbly, wobbly jelly

Let our Test Kitchen expert, Shannon, teach you all the tips and tricks for having the perfect jelly in these sweet summer recipes!

6.  Easy prawn dinners

Ready in minutes, prawns are the perfect speedy weeknight dinner ingredient.

7. Energy-boosting swimming snacks

These energy-filled treats are perfect for a day at the beach!

8. Test Kitchen showdown

Join the showdown and tell us which of these ice cream recipes is your favourite.

9. Barbecue tips from our butcher for Father’s Day

Be at the top of your barbecue game with Michael Fleming’s expert advice.

10. The best burgers

Check out our 10 tips for a better burger, as well as some fun recipes to try!

11. Lower-fat dinners

Check out these low-fat dinners that are definitely full-flavour.

The Easy Food Summer Special is in shops from June 10^th, ready for your most delicious summer yet — make sure you don’t miss out!