Summer Kitchen Accessories for Mediterranean Dinner Parties

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Best summer kitchen accessories

La Redoute Olympe Sunny cotton napkins

Available from La Redoute (£14/set of 2)

The prettiest addition to a summer tablescape, these cheery cotton napkins will bring the sunshine, whatever the weather.

Daylesford Organic Wildflower Collection

Available from Daylesford Organic (from £5)

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We've fallen head over heels for the new Wildflower Collection from Daylesford Organic. Made by artisans in India and with English meadow-inspired illustrations by Hugo Guinness, the collection comes in shades of blue and white and is comprised of everything from tablecloths and napkins to platters, bowls, serving mats and glassware.

KS Creative Pottery

Available from KS creative pottery (from £12), Whistles (from £30)

This Sicilian-inspired tableware by potter Kate Sellers is meticulously designed, and hand-finished in her Staffordshire studio. With designs that feature pastel candy stripes and playful faces, it’s sure to add a touch of Italian sunshine and humour to any summer tablescape.

Summerill & Bishop Herb Garden linen

Available from Summerhill & Bishop (£295)

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Bring the essence of an aromatic herb garden to the table with this botanical tablecloth and napkins in 100% French linen by Summerill & Bishop. It’s a visual feast of herbs including chives, rosemary, thyme, parsley, verbena, mint and lavender which creates a striking backdrop to any outdoor picnic.

M&S Ikat picnic side plates

Available from M&S (£10.50)

Brighten up your picnic kit with these colourful melamine plates from M&S, great for dining al fresco without having to worry about anything getting broken.

Sous Chef abstract enamel colander

Available from Sous Chef (£49.99)

Jazz up your kitchen with this cheerful colander that will add an instant splash of colour. Draining pasta never looked so stylish.

Anthropologie floral vase

Available from Anthropologie (£18)

Display your summer blooms in this elegant, hand-painted vase – we love the pretty pink and orange tones.

Wade Ceramics Gluggle jug

Available from Amazon(£44.50), Graham and Green (£45)

Impress your guests and liven up your dinner party with this quirky ceramic jug that gurgles as you pour. It's available in a range of colours, from sunshine yellow to pastel pink.

Oliver Bonas shell salt and pepper shakers

Available from Oliver Bonas (£19.50)

Channel the memories of a seaside summer holiday with this quirky salt and pepper shaker set. They'll make a great talking point at the dinner table when entertaining.

Bordallo Pinheiro strawberry serving dish

Available from John Lewis & Partners (£29)

Make a seasonal statement with this bold strawberry platter. Pile it high with berries or use it to serve up nibbles with pre-dinner drinks.

Lékué ice cube tray

Available from Lakeland (£19.99)

A practical purchase that will keep you stocked with ice all summer long, this is our pick if you need a new ice cube tray. The clever system makes 33 honeycomb-shaped ice cubes at once, which can then be tipped into the storage box below while you freeze another batch in the lid. Say goodbye to warm drinks!

Sous Chef octopus terracotta bottle

Available from Sous Chef (£43)

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This funky terracotta bottle – filled with fruity oil made with olives from Italy’s Apulia region – will make a great focal point for the dining table or add a pop of colour to your kitchen shelves.

Le Creuset Signature cast iron shallow casserole

Available from Amazon (£213.75), Le Creuset (£249)

Le Creuset volcanic shallow casserole dish

Rustle up midweek risottos in this shallow casserole dish in a smouldering volcanic shade of orange. It’s pretty enough to take straight from the oven or hob to the table. For more ideas, visit our Le Creuset deals round-up.