Eating outdoors is summer heaven Whether it’s lunch in the garden, brunch on the porch, a barbecue in the backyard – or a drink beside the pool, Louise Pickford’s Al Fresco is packed with ideas and delicious recipes just made for the occasion. For weekend luxury, try brunch dishes like Berries with Honey Yogurt, or Warm Blueberry and Almond Muffins. Specially designed for eating outdoors are crisp, fresh salads, chilled summer soups, and simple appetizers, packed with flavor. You don’t have to be vegetarian to love vegetable dishes such as Grilled Fennel with Chile Lime Mayonnaise or Turkish Pizza Turnover. Fish and seafood are light, fresh, healthy, full of flavor and especially good cooked outdoors – and there are plenty of ideas, too, for meat and poultry, sweet things, and drinks. With Ian Wallace’s beautiful images, Al Fresco provides the perfect excuse to eat outdoors and enjoy the essence of summer with every bite.
