“This tasty number is inspired by a classic gazpacho. I’ve swapped some of the tomatoes for watermelon, and gone by way of Mexico with the addition of lime, coriander and pickled chillies." – Matt Moran. You'll need to start this recipe a day ahead.

A chilled soup is the ideal summer starter and this roast vegetable recipe is packed full of flavour and goodness.

I've made versions of this soup using different beans or peas and it is always delicious, either chilled or warm. Here, I've included crab, but you could use salmon roe, sea urchin or smoked trout too, says chef Matt Wilkinson.

Keep your cool with Valli Little's no-cook pea and avocado soup.

Peas are a classic spring veg and this chilled soup by chef Brent Savage is a go-to starter.

This beautiful pea soup with lobster and risoni salad is a gourmet entree to impress at even the most special of occasions.

This cool, refreshing summer gazpacho is great for a light meal or a starter.

Serve soup in summer with this well balanced chilled recipe, great as a starter at any party.

This chilled soup is not only ready in under 15 minutes, but also should be obligatorily eaten on a beautiful sunny day.

The secret to elegant, stress-free entertaining is with these make-ahead cocktail tempters.

This beautiful summer soup is just perfect for the festive season.

Harissa gives a spicy punch to this cool tomato soup.

Try Katie Quinn Davies take on Spanish gazpacho - it's fresh, light and sunshiny.

This cool carrot soup is the perfect start to a summer dinner.

A lighter, fresher and cool soup option for the warmer months. Recipe by chef Scott Pickett, from Estelle Bistro, Saint Crispin, ESP and Pickett's Deli & Rotisserie.