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Best spot for al fresco dining: “We love a barbecue at Tregirls beach. It’s walking distance from Padstow and on a sunny day the sand is so white it feels like you’re in the Caribbean.” Tips to wow guests: “Mackerel barbecued whole in foil, rubbed in North African spices is a quick and easy winner. Also try scallops cooked on the barbecue in their shells - served with soy, sesame, garlic and ginger. Try wrapping lobster in seaweed. Cook over the coals with harissa butter - the seaweed effectively steams the lobster then it can be split open and topped with the butter. “ ### THE GARDEN PARTY EXPERT Entrepreneur Alex Head is founder and chef of [Social Pantry](http://socialpantry.co.uk/) catering company. Best spot for al fresco dining: “A gorgeous space at Pitzhanger Manor where we’ve hosted open-air dinners. Think 1920’s style hedonism with fairy light canopies, cocktails and a sharing style dinner.” Tips to wow guests: “I love the versatility of roasting a chicken, organic and corn fed is best (not only is it more ethical and sustainable, but it’ll taste SO much better). 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Best spot for al fresco dining: “When I was filming ‘A Cook’s Tour of Spain’ for Channel 4, I went Percebes fishing (percebes are a rare delicacy) with a bunch of Spanish women in their 50s and 60s, who were fantastic. That evening Guy Grieve and I built a fire on the rocks off the stunning Galician coastline. We simmered the fish in a cauldron of seawater, while a bottle of Albariño chilled in a nearby rock-pool. We ate like kings.” Tips to wow guests: “Gather seasonal vegetables and grill them. Then forage for herbs and either bash them together and create a makeshift salsa verde in a pestle and mortar. I’ve just created a wonderful roast tomato salsa, with fresh chilies and lime for Wahaca so I’d also suggest making a charred salsa, Mexican style, in a pan on the fire with tomatoes, garlic and chillies.” ### And don’t forget, like most things, it’s the little extras that count… - The camping stalwart ALWAYS bring fairy lights (ideally solar powered), imparting a rustic but convivial ambience in the evening - Cut sweetpeas or wildflowers just before fully open and pop in a jar for the table. - Prep your icebox. Line your box with blocks of ice and cool your drinks first, or invest in an electric cool box. - Don’t forget the condiments. Michelin chef Tom Kerridge has a new range of handmade ketchups (from £4.75, buy [here](https://www.tomkerridge.com/shop/product-category/range/tom-kerridge-sauces/)) that make the perfect accompaniment to an outdoor feast. Flavours include Virgin Mary, Chipotle Barbecue, Black Garlic, Fruity Brown and Gherkin. 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