Our August issue is full of sunshine – from Lisa Faulkner’s laid-back Aussie menu to our picky-bits platters for lazy grazing, and easy breezy seasonal recipes bursting with juicy fruits and fresh produce.   We also share Anna Jones’s top five flavour hacks with super-quick recipes to put them to work, plus we ramp up the heat with three spicy cocktails with a kick.   And don’t miss our Japanese twist on a classic tea party or Nigella’s indulgent honeyed tarte tartin – perfect sweet treats. Plus the team share their tips for hassle-free hosting. Here’s to a sizzling summer!