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This year is set to be one of excitement, unity and jubilation in the UK, with the Coronation of King Charles III. Not forgetting the honour of hosting the Eurovision Song Contest, in Liverpool, for the first time in 25 years! Shareable and customisable to suit everyone’s taste, grazing boards have become the go-to culinary choice for celebratory occasions.

POM POM GUACAMOLE RECIPE

● Two avocados

● Juice and zest of one lime

● 1 tsp chilli flakes

● One garlic clove, grated

● One spring onion, finely chopped

● 4 tbsp fresh coriander, finely chopped (plus extra to garnish)

● 1 tbsp pickled ginger, chopped

● 1 tbsp brine from the jar of sushi ginger

● 100g pomegranate seeds (plus extra to garnish)

● Sea salt and pepper

Equipment

● Food processor or hand blender

● Vegetable peeler

Method

1. Cut avocados in half, remove pit and peel skin. Using a fork, mash avocado halves in a small bowl with the rest of the ingredients. The mixture can be as chunky or smooth as you like.

2. Season and add chilli flakes to taste. Garnish with fresh coriander and pomegranate seeds. Serve with tortilla chips.

Grazing boards can be tailored to taste, diet and theme. The beauty is in the bespoke – with the latest take on the traditional platter made unique by a mouthwatering centrepiece of avocado-based guacamole.

The World Avocado Organisation has an array of exclusive dip recipes that are colourful alternatives to traditional guacamole. Versatile and nutritious, avocados are a superfood, supplying much more energy per kilogram than many other fruits and vegetables.