Celebrate with a royal afternoon tea

The epitome of an English summer, a quintessential bowl of strawberries and cream, served with fruity, non-alcoholic bubbles to boot.

Whether you like your strawberries with a sprinkle of sugar, or maybe smothered in thick, double cream, the versatility of the strawberry knows no bounds. From cakes for your jubilee street party, or tossed into desserts and salads, strawberries are the perfect way to enjoy the Queen's Jubilee celebrations this summer.

Make a colourful strawberry, cucumber and feta salad, perfect for a summer lunch or barbecue, and a wonderful centre piece on your table. Strawberry ice cream or sorbet is a lovely addition to any garden party, and you mustn't overlook the importance of a traditional Victoria sandwich cake, complete with fresh strawberry jam.

Strawberries and cream

Nothing says summertime like a bowl of fresh strawberries and ice cold cream.

According to the Independent, strawberries and cream were first served together in 1509, when Cardinal Thomas Wosley paired them at a banquet during Henry VIII's reign. The combination stuck and nearly 400 years later was among the offerings at the first Wimbledon tournament in 1877.

The shelves at Choithrams.com are stocked with options ahead of the celebrations this weekend.