MENU No. 15
How about we do something a bit out of the ordinary tonight?
Entertaining, laying a lovely table, serving something that really makes an impression…
A complete menu, including the recipes, the shopping list and my plan of action.
Almost everything is prepared in advance.
Your guests are seated.
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Pimms - the English summer cocktail
Description
A classic English garden party
Fresh, light and very easy to prepare, this version of the famous Pimms is perfect for a summer aperitif, barbecue or dinner with friends.
See tips and advice for preparing in advance below.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preparation
- 1 Fill a large jug with ice cubes.
- 2 Add the strawberries, orange pieces, cucumber slices and mint.
- 3. pour in Pimm's No.1.
- 4 Top up with the chilled lemonade.
- 5 Stir gently and serve immediately.
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Advice
- The fresher and more fragrant the fruit, the better the cocktail.
- You can prepare the fruit in advance and add the ice and lemonade at the last minute.
- For a more British version, use Schweppes Lemonade.
- Canada Dry Ginger Ale adds a pleasant, slightly spicy note.
- The 7UP Lemonade gives a slightly sweeter, lemony version.
- Perfect for large summer tables or an English garden party aperitif.
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Organisation & advance preparation
- For a reception or communion, you can prepare all the fruit and herbs the day before.
- Personally, I chop the strawberries, cucumber, citrus fruit and mint in advance and store them separately in airtight bags or tins in the fridge.
- On the day itself, simply pour the Pimm's and lemonade into the pitcher, add the prepared fruit, then add the ice cubes at the last moment just before serving.
- I often do this before a mass or before the guests arrive: afterwards, there's hardly anything left to prepare.
