There’s nothing quite like summer in Italy. Perhaps you’re in the middle of an ancient city, soaking up the history and culture; maybe you’re on the shores of the Amalfi coast looking out onto an azure ocean, or you’re simply relaxing in a simple country house surrounded by vineyards and lush, breathtaking scenery.

Of course, it’s the food that really makes the Italian summer such a fantastic time of year. There are tomatoes still warm from the sun, cone after cone of gelato and platters piled high with fresh seafood (all eaten al fresco, of course). But even if you aren’t in the country itself, you can still bring the season’s flavours into your own home by creating one of these beautiful recipes. Cool off with a Peach bellini or whip up a batch of Crema gelato; enjoy a lazy afternoon in the sunshine picking at a plate of Steamed langoustines with oil, lemon and light mayonnaise or Anchovies marinated in lemon, or pour yourself a glass of Italian red wine to go alongside a pot of Pollo alla Romana with your family.

Our collection of Italian summer recipes is perfect for bringing a little bit of Italy’s sole to your own dinner table. Take a look below and welcome in the warm weather with open arms.