Fresh corn – often called sweetcorn to differ­entiate it from the starchier varieties – is a delicious, cooling treat. I love it slightly charred on the grill, so it gets a smoky flavour ...

A lovely summer salad bursting with the vibrant colours and flavours of cherry tomatoes, corn, red onions, olives and fresh lettuce. Dress it up with a lemony vinaigrette made with canola oil.

Add the cumin and cook for a minute or so before adding the tomatoes, sweetcorn, stock and tomato purée. Bring to the boil, then turn down the heat and allow to simmer for 15-20 minutes.