Summer Recipes: Sorbets, Cold Drinks and Gelato Tips

A collection of summer‑season food and beverage guides offers a range of cold‑ready recipes for hot days. Home‑made sorbets such as peach and strawberry are described, with instructions that use only fruit, sugar and lemon juice and, in one case, a Ninja Creami machine. A Greek‑yogurt ice cream with honey and caramelised walnuts is presented as a richer alternative to store‑bought ice cream. Several non‑alcoholic cocktail ideas – cucumber‑basil mojito, espresso tonic, and virgin margarita – emphasize bitter, herbaceous flavours and high carbonation. A white sangria recipe combines white wine, Prosecco, fresh fruit and Cointreau for a light, sparkling punch. Additional cold‑meal options include salmon wraps, couscous salad and gazpacho, while a guide to Italian gelato explains ordering terms, portion sizes and tasting etiquette. An article on wild rose hips (hagebutten) highlights their high vitamin‑C content and culinary uses such as tea and marmalade. Together, these pieces provide practical, low‑sugar, refreshing options for meals and desserts during summer heat.