The sun is shining and with temperatures reaching as high as 29⁰C – the hottest April day in 70 years – we're making the most of the heatwave with al fresco picnics, garden parties and the much-anticipated first barbecue of the year. But over-cooked burgers and warm beer just aren't going to cut it; we've rounded up some of the most appetising barbecue foods, ice creams and tipples for 2018.
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From vegan burgers that even the most devout meat-eaters will be tempted by to dairy-free ice cream and Aldi's budget-friendly take on Aperol, there's something for everyone. Click through the gallery for our mouth-watering selection…