Unfortunately I bought the same present for my mother as my sister! Brand new, not used.

CELEBRATE SUMMER WITH ANNABEL LANGBEIN

There’s so much to celebrate in summer, and Annabel has all the inspiration you’ll need to barbecue, picnic and party in style.Her new spring / summer annual A Free Range Life: Celebrate Summer! brings together more than 100 eating and drinking ideas for every summer occasion.

It’s a celebration of fresh summer produce, prepared simply so you’ll have plenty of time to relax and party.”Planning a barbecue? Choose one of Annabel’s delicious grill and salad combos, or spice up your summer with something new like fiery sriracha beef, jerk chicken or banh mi burgers.Getting your workmates over for end-of-year drinks? Wow them with Annabel’s Mexican-inspired nibbles and cocktails, including the perfect margarita and spicy meatballs.Just found a notice about the school bake sale or shared lunch tomorrow? Annabel’s quick and easy baking recipes use affordable ingredients you’re sure to have on hand. Hosting Christmas lunch? Annabel’s special-occasion menu features all the recipes you’re looking for, including updates of the Kiwi classics – turkey, ham, pavlova and trifle.At the forefront of current food trends, Celebrate Summer offers something for everyone, with recipes for a raw vegan cheesecake, egg-free mayonnaise and gluten-free goodies.

The annual features Annabel’s tips for a stress-free menu and matching food with drinks, her foodie’s guide to San Francisco and step-by-step instructions for making the hottest garden craze – kokedama bonsai balls – and prettying up your meals with edible petals. It’s supported by shopping lists, how-to instructions, blogs and videos on Annabel’s website. Soft cover with flaps, 132 pages, full-colour photography throughout.