Steak grilled over charcoal is an unbeatable summertime treat; seasoned simply and cooked to perfection, it’s a classic, and deservedly so. Here are a few tips for successful barbecued steak.

Eating outdoors with friends and family is one of the greatest pleasures of summer, as far as we’re concerned. That said, it can sometimes be hard to know what to cook to feed a crowd, especially when the guest-list keeps growing – much as we love eating them, the thought of flipping burgers and sausages for hours soon has us looking for more practical alternatives! Happily, we know just where to find them; the Butchers counter here at Greendale Farm Shop offers several options when it comes to larger, great-value cuts that will satisfy even the hungriest guests. Best of all, they’re all pretty hands-off when it comes to cooking, so you can get on with the important business of relaxing and enjoying yourself!

There’s nothing quite like the taste of fish that’s been cooked outdoors on the barbecue – it’s a special way to cook, and imparts a wonderful smoky, summery flavour that works beautifully with a wide range of fish and shellfish. If you bear in mind a few simple guidelines, you can cook pretty much any fish in this way.

To get the best results from a charcoal barbecue, you need to get it up to a really good temperature well before you start cooking.

Nothing says ‘summer’ like a sizzling barbecue, so grab a bag of charcoal, cross your fingers it won’t rain and head out into the fresh air. If you’re planning a get-together round the grill here are a few barbecue food safety tips

Here at Greendale, we’re well known for our fresh local crab and lobster. Our own potting vessel, the Becci of Ladram, regularly fishes the waters of nearby Lyme Bay, meaning we’re able to offer our customers a great choice of fresh or cooked and dressed lobster and crab throughout the season.