Watermelon fizz
Sumptuous: watermelon fizz served with olives with chilli and roasted peppers. Photograph: Jonathan Lovekin for the Observer
A bright red drink to cool a blazing hot summer’s day. It also makes a splendid water ice. Just pop it in the freezer.
Makes 12 small glasses
watermelon 1kg
elderflower cordial 250ml
prosecco 750ml bottle
Cut the watermelon into 3cm thick slices, remove the skin and seeds, then place in a freezer bag, seal and freeze for 2 hours.
Put the frozen watermelon into a blender, add the elderflower cordial and process to a bright pink slush.
Tip into 12 small glasses, then top up with prosecco, and if you wish, some edible flower petals.