This zesty lemon and passionfruit tart provides the perfect sweet finale. The tangy fruity flavours keep this tart wonderfully light and refreshing while satisfying that sweet tooth

This lemon pudding recipe never gets boring – it’s tangy and vibrant in flavour, and light and soft in texture. It's a good way of using up any less-than-fresh yoghurt. Waste not, want not!

These little lemon and poppyseed cakes, with centres of cream cheese and lemon curd, are delightfully decadent and they stay fresh for days

These chewy, lemony biscuits are a fantastic treat on their own with a cup of tea. Sandwiching them together with mascarpone icing is just plain naughty, but is simply divine

Cherries are gently stewed in lemonade and layered with lemon curd, cream and coconut for this silky cherry fool recipe

This lemon chutney by Nici Wickes goes so well with a hearty curry but is also fabulous to have with cheese and crackers

Citrus tarts are a favourite with many, and my mum’s made her own version of Australian cook Stephanie Alexander’s tart recipe for years. It’s insanely silky and light as a feather.

A light but not overly sweetened cake including ricotta which adds that rich goodness needed to treat yourself.

Bringing together sweet blueberries and sour lemons, this simple cheesecake from Anneka Manning's cookbook 'BakeClass' is light but luscious. It’s the perfect end to a lazy summer meal.

A classic baked cheesecake with gorgeous hints of vanilla and lemon

Ready in five minutes, this coconut and lemon cake is the perfect balance of sweet and tart. And the best part? It's completely mixed and microwaved in one mug, ready to be scooped out.

This Sunday roast-style meal sits on the lighter side with boiled potatoes, broccoli and peas topped with roasted garlic and lemon slices

This is one of those lemon yoghurt cakes that has it all – punchy flavour from the passionfruit and lemon, an incredible texture, and it keeps well. Nici Wickes' lemon passionfruit cake is a winner

A simple and scrumptious dish that can be made in minutes!

Hold on tight to this precious delicacy with its unique sweetness – it’s possibly too good to share. Recipes and styling by Fiona Hugues. Photography by Jani Shepherd. Gatherum Collectif.

Super-easy to prepare, these little almondy cakes can pretty much handle any seasonal fruit so feel free to be creative with what you have on hand. Recipes and styling by Fiona Hugues. Photography by Jani Shepherd. Gatherum Collectif.

When you’re avoiding gluten, pastry can be one of the things you miss, but the good news is that making shortcrust pastry using gluten free-flour is easy and gives great results. With the tangy lemon filling and meringue topping on these sweet pies, you’ll be in heaven!

This is a great summertime starter or light lunch. If whitebait is out of season and you can’t find any frozen, you could easily substitute it with your favourite seafood, e.g. prawns, crayfish or mussels.

Sweet, zingy and delicious tartlets from New Zealand's Woman's Weekly.

If you adore anything lemony, like I do, and have a spare corner in your garden, you should grow a lemon verbena bush. This herb, with its distinctive citrus flavour and heady scent, is extraordinary – just a few leaves add fragrance to drinks, dishes, pot-pourri and even flower bouquets. Recent French guests of ours from the Rhône-Alpes region commonly drink this beverage, which they call ‘verveine’, and swear by it as a winter cold-preventative – with the addition of honey and schnapps, they say, it “cooks them out of illness”. Traditionally, it takes 40 leaves and 40 days to make their version of the brew, but in summer I’ve found this quick infusion suits me fine and is deliciously refreshing poured over ice. Add edible flowers and a few berries if you want to pretty things up a little.

Fish coated in a light coconut crust and served with homemade wedges and a satisfying caper mayo. Just $3.10 per serve.

I used to think plum jam was a bit ordinary so I started experimenting and came up with this stunning recipe. It’s loaded with lavish amounts of good-quality vanilla and now it’s one of my favourite jams to make... and eat!

A beautiful blueberry ripple runs through the middle of this cheesecake-inspired ice cream. Cheesecake fans be warned, this is addictive!

Ice cream laced with lemon curd and crumbled mini meringues = lemon meringue ice cream.

Enjoy all the elements of a delicious strawberry shortbread but in ice cream form! Biscuit crumb and strawberry jam top vanilla ice cream in this moreish dessert.

Back when I first tried shandy it was all sand, sun-bleached hair, wooden beads and tasselled beach towels. The tassels have returned and a shandy remains the go-to thirst quencher at the end of a hot summer’s day. It’s also a drink that makes a great accompaniment to Mexican-inspired meals. Photographs by Jani Shepherd and styling by Fiona Hugues; Gatherum Collectif.

These icy treats not only look and taste amazing but are also really good for you; the vitamin C and antioxidants from the blueberries and lemon juice will help keep your immune system charging so you can enjoy your summer adventures. Recipe by Megan May.

This uncomplicated recipe is so incredibly full-flavoured. Kale has a more intense flavour than spinach and other greens, and is absolutely crammed full of iron, vitamins A and C and plenty of antioxidants – your body will love it! Paired with lemon and garlic, the purée adds a whopping load of nutrients to any pasta meal.

Lemon curd & coconut log brought to you by New Zealand Woman's Weekly.

Michele Cranston shares this deliciously easy recipe for lemon posset in "A Simple Table". "Part of me loves this dessert for its wonderful old-fashioned name but I mostly love how stupidly simple it is. It sets into a sublimely silky, creamy, lemony pudding that could be served with crisp almond bread, but for this recipe I’ve decided to celebrate the lemon and garnish it with sugared zest. The zest adds just a little bit of sweet texture, which is really all you need, because the posset is pretty darn close to perfection as it is. Just one quick note: make sure you buy thick, or double, cream and not thickened cream or the result will be disappointing."

This gorgeous cocktail recipe is courtesy of Sydney's popular bar, Della Hyde. It combines tequila, ginger and rhubarb to create a wonderfully zesty and fruity beverage to cool you down during a warm Summer evening.

These jam wreath cookies get into the fun festive spirit of Christmas. Keep wreaths in an air tight container for up to 2 weeks.

I use the term trifle lightly! Rather than the traditional sponge base, I've used a Pineapple and Coconut Torte inspired by a great friend of mine, chef Philip Johnson. Nothing screams summer more than ripe strawberries and if you can track any down from Scott’s Strawberry Farm in Hawke’s Bay, they’re off the dial! - Al Brown

A common ingredient in Moroccan and some Middle Eastern cuisines, preserved lemons add a wonderfully complex citrus note to both sweet and savoury dishes. They can be expensive to buy, yet they’re so easy to make. Photography by Todd Eyre

This icy cold limoncello keeps guests guessing as to how the lemon got inside the bottle. The secret is patience. Photography by Jani Shepherd/Gatherum Collectif.

Lauren Matthews of The Kitchen Collective & Kate Rose of Mea Culp share their sweet and sour cocktail recipe.

Long White Vodka has landed, bringing a host of refreshing cocktails to please the thirsty crowd

Family-owned vineyard and restaurant Poderi Crisci adds Italian flair and passion to its roasted quail recipe. Recipe by Luca Villari & Antonio Crisci. Photography by Todd Eyre.

These gently cooked beans are one of Fiona Hugue's old recipe favourites, with a little vinaigrette of slightly lemony, nut-brown butter and a sprinkle of crunchy nuts. Photography by Jani Shepherd/Gatherum Collectif.

A classic drink with cooling cucumber and subtle dryness, this Pimms has a few extras including added flavour from aniseedy fennel flowers. Photography by Jani Shepherd/Gatherum Collectif.

Mea Culpa's Kate Rose . Photography by Mike Rooke.

Kate Rose from Mea Culpa's bloodbath cocktail is full of beetroot and lemon, but it isn't healthy. Photography by Mike Rooke.

This recipe is a salsa fresca, uncooked Mexican salad, using fresh ingredients marinated in lime juice, salt and olive oil. Photography by Jani Shepherd / Gatherum Collectif.

Feed the family this deliciously fresh grilled prawn dish. Perfect for the weekend or an easy weeknight meal.

Sweet fluffy lemon cupcakes perfect for your next brunch or morning tea. And they're gluten-free too!

We’re blessed in New Zealand with relatively easy access to wonderful seafood. Any fish works well with this recipe but one with the skin on will really crisp up on the barbecue & add crunch. Easily grilled outdoors, teamed with super fresh leaves it makes a lovely lunch or a fresh summer evening meal.

Apple and Pomegranate is a match made in heaven – great for toasting those every day moments with friends!

A perfect citrus twist to enjoy during any occasion.

This non-alcoholic Appleini is a clever take on a timeless classic cocktail known as the Bellini. This brunch starter is perfect for any gathering of friends and family.

These iced lemon-scented biscuits are a great pantry standby and make the perfect accompaniment to a cup of tea. Photography and recipe by Gourmet Traveller.

This fresh summer cooler is hard to beat when chilling with friends.

The orange marmalade adds a burst of bitter-sweetness in this fruity beverage that can be enjoyed with friends at any time of the day!

This sophisticated mix is perfect (and easy to make) for when you’re having the girls over.

Consider yourself a bit of a sweet tooth? Then you will love these baked lemon caramel custards. Sweet, creamy and delicious!

The sweet zing of chicken and lemon is always a great way to add flavour a texture to a chicken roast. Best served with steamed couscous, sliced red onion, parsley and roasted blanched almonds.

This fresh, colourful and tasty salad of garden peas, cauliflower, almonds and lemon is quick, easy, and the perfect flavour combination for any meal. George Calombaris shares his recipe from his cookbook Greek.

We have created a lemon twist on a classic favourite - the Lamington. We've even made this recipe gluten-free, and nut-free, so everyone can enjoy!

Delicious vegetarian pittas, simple and easy for the work lunchbox.

Impress your guests with succulent, flavoursome grilled lobster tails, and a creamy garlic lemon butter. The perfect accompaniment for your next BBQ!

Light and fresh - this tasty lemon and dill chickpea salad is quick, tasty and perfect for the whole family! Suitable for the 2-Day Fast Diet.

Escape to summer with this delightfully sweet summer lemon and berry pudding! Fruity, creamy, and simply divine!

These scrumptious lemony cheesecake tarts topped with summer fruits make for the perfect treat with your afternoon cuppa. Simply divine!

This fresh tomato and preserved lemon salad is the perfect addition to your next family dinner or BBQ! Quick and simple, yet loaded with bags of flavour!

This mouthwatering lemon and passionfruit sorbet is sweet and refreshing - the perfect treat for a hot summer's night!

Quick and easy to prepare, and filled with fresh, sweet zesty flavours, this lemon and meringue passionfruit mess is simply irresistible!

Fragrant, flavoursome and so delicious! You can't go wrong with this quick and easy lemon grass and chicken banh mi bowl for dinner tonight!

These gorgeous mini lemon almond fingers are a zesty take on the classic Australian lamington. The combination of soft sponge rolled in coconut and drizzled with a sweet lemon syrup will leave you reaching for more.

Indulge in these honey and lemon biscuits, sweet and satisfying! Perfect for morning or afternoon tea with a cuppa!

Delicious and buttery lemon and poppyseed friands! The perfect treat for your next morning tea or brunch!

Don't miss out on your favourite sweet treats just because you have an intolerance to gluten. This beautiful raspberry and lemon syrup cake is free of wheat and dairy, but still tastes incredible!

Indulge in this deliciously decadent lemon meringue cake. Topped with sugary meringue and sweet candied lemon, this is perfect for any special event or family barbeque!

Cool down on a hot Summer day with this refreshing peach and spiced rum iced tea - a delightfully uplifting and tasty beverage for the adults.

Deliciously tender lamb garnished with a fresh and zesty lemon thyme salsa verde - does it get much better? Serve up with homemade thick-cut kumara wedges for an even bigger flavour kick!

This beautifully fragrant cake showcases the perfect combination of the tartness of lemons, the fragrance of earl grey tea, and the wonderfully creamy flavour of three types of milk. It's moist, sweet and utterly irresistible.

Is there anything tastier than a slice of lemon meringue pie? Tart lemon filling, sweet, crispy meringue and a buttery biscuit base combine to deliver a truly delicious dessert.

Here is a perfectly pretty and fresh-tasting dessert which can also function as a birthday cake.

Lemon with coconut adds more flavour to your typically ordinary lemon tart making it even harder to break away from

Transform subtle creamy ricotta into a herby, citrus delight with a colourful tangy topping.

These sticky sweet and tangy chicken nibbles are so quick and easy to make. They're the perfect appetiser when you're entertaining. The kids will love them too!

These blueberry and lemon creams are the ultimate no-fuss dessert.

Wonderfully tender white flaked fish is wrapped in warm Asian cabbage leaves and served drizzled with a flavoursome dressing.

This homemade pavlova roulade is made completely from scratch and is absolutely beautiful served sliced with fresh fruit and lemon curd.

Spread some Christmas cheer with these appetising and aesthetic biscuits. Ginger, cloves and mixed spice will make you wish for a white Christmas while sticky jam and icing satisfies the young ones.

Slow marinated and overnight in a sweet, lemon soy dressing, these delicious baked drumsticks make a delicious dinner that will delight the whole family.

These veal schnitzels soak up the tasty lemon and caper sauce providing a delicious dinner in just 18 minutes.

This gorgeous buttery slice is made even better with the addition of thin apple slices and a delicious lemon glaze.

Give the classic Aussie lamb an Italian twist with the addition of melted bocconcini and tangy gremolata.

Fluffy, moist and packed full of flavour - this is the perfect cake recipe to keep the loved ones happy.

Cooked in a microwave, this citrus marmalade is a delicious homemade addition to any breakfast table.

Thick, juicy porterhouse steaks are wonderful cooked to perfection and drizzled with a fragrant spicy creamy sauce. Served with sauteed bacon and brussels sprouts, this makes a winner dish.

This Moroccan spiced couscous and rocket salad is the perfect vegetarian dish for any time of the week. Topped with char-grilled antipasto vegetables and zesty tzatziki, it is a winning meal for the whole family to enjoy.

This Italian inspired lemon syrup cake uses olive oil instead of butter.

This humble chicken and brown rice salad offers a taste of Italy, with the hero its lemon mustard dressing.

Embrace the brilliant flavour of whole artichokes, cooked until tender and drizzled with a tangy garlic mustard vinegarette.

Embracing the classical sweet and sour Asian flavours or pork and pinapple in this beautifully fresh Summer salad.

Enjoy a hearty Sunday roast with chicken marinated in herbs, butter and mustard for that extra flavour.

The brilliant combination of a zesty, cream filling with a soft, fluffy sweet meringue topping is what makes this particular tart so special. Serve with a dollop of whipped cream to accompany this delicious dessert.