A light, vegetarian spring lunch

Succulent seafood in a voluptuous herby citrus dressing

Lusciously grilled veg and soft, herb-flecked dairy for exciting fresh new tastes

The quickest of spring pastas, bright and verdant

Celebrate April with a gambol that’s sure to pay off

Meat with noodles in a rich and tangy creamy sauce should hit the spot

The Observer’s Cookstrips column reflected and changed tastes in 1960s Britain

It might be lovely, sunny and warm at this time of year… but it might not be

The remains of Sunday’s roast can make a gorgeous stock

Elevate your vegetables with a hollandaise sauce, the most seductive and capricious of the classics

A tangle of noodles with coconut milk, lime and shredded dark green cabbage

As well as being delicious, these fridge-friendly recipes are really useful

Simple, seasonal dishes to take you from breakfast to dinner

Summer means gorging on plump, abundant tomatoes, as wonderful fresh as they are cooked

A quick, flavoursome dip for your favourite breads and veg

A succulent summer twist on a year-round favourite

Scoff them straight from the bag, or take the time for a sweet cherry focaccia

Fresh greens and store cupboard staples, including pappardelle, olives and basil, and peas, toast and salted ricotta

From asparagus tarts to ricotta and herb pudding – lighter dishes to embrace the season’s arrival