Summer Bites for Summer Nights

The BBC Good Food Show Summer already feels like a distant dream, but the Show memories will keep us going all summer long. Speaking of which, with a couple of months of summer nights still to come, we thought we’d round up a selection of easy Summer Show recipes, cooked by our talented line-up of culinary stars, that will help to see you through to our Winter Show!

Don’t forget… Early Bird Winter Show tickets are available to book right now! Book before 7 August to save 25%* on general admission tickets, and enjoy a FREE Big Kitchen seat to see our chefs and experts cooking live. Just use code WEB25 at checkout.

Discover these easy summer dishes...

One-Sheet Buffet Pizza
by Becky Excell

Becky Excell’s delicious gluten-free pizza is perfect for entertaining a crowd, and it’s easy for kids to get involved with making it too! A thin crispy crust complements the bold topping flavours – including that controversial pineapple addition. Give it a try, we know you won’t be disappointed!

See Becky cooking more recipes live at our BBC Good Food Festival on Saturday 19 August!

Mackerel Fishcakes with Celeriac Remoulade
by The Hairy Bikers

Wow your guests with Si and Dave’s simple, tasty recipe, full of rich and distinct flavours. With a tender middle and crispy and golden edge, the fishcakes are perfect served with a fresh summer salad. The celeriac remoulade compliments perfectly with its zingy, crisp flavours. Best enjoyed in the sunshine!


See The Hairy Bikers cooking live in the Big Kitchen at BBC Good Food Show Winter on Sunday 26 November

Pasta e Piselli
by Gennaro Contaldo

This nutritious one-pot from Gennaro Contaldo is a slightly different take on traditional Italian pasta e piselli. It’s quick and simple to make with very few ingredients, and easy to convert to veggie by omitting the pancetta. We’re sure this will become a firm household favourite.


See Gennaro cooking live in the Big Kitchen at our BBC Good Food Show Winter on Thursday 23 November

Tuna Tartare, Lime Poppadum & Ponzu Dressing
by James Martin

This easy to follow recipe by James Martin combines the freshness of raw tuna with zesty lime, crispy poppadums and a tangy ponzu dressing. Perfect for a romantic lunch or dinner alfresco, it’s simple to make but looks stunning on the plate. Win!

See James cooking live in the Big Kitchen at our BBC Good Food Show Winter on Friday 24 November

Lemon Posset Tart
by Jane Dunn of Jane’s Patisserie

This tasty summer dessert from Jane Dunn combines two amazing desserts – the creamy and tangy flavours of a lemon posset enveloped in a buttery biscuit tart crust. Guaranteed to be a crowd pleaser, its quick and easy to make, and will be sure to satisfy that sweet-tooth!

See Jane cooking live at our BBC Good Food Festival on Sunday 20 August and the BBC Good Food Show Winter on Saturday 25 November

Discover more delicious summer recipes...

There’s plenty more summer recipes to discover in the ‘Recipe’ section of our website, from Nadiya Hussain’s Breakfast Yorkie, to Ainsley Harriott’s BBQ Peach Melba and Marcus Bean’s Strawberry and Pistachio Eaton Mess. Just hit the button below to see more!