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Chilled Fennel Gazpacho With Olive Ciabatta Croutons

I've always loved gazpacho and never fail to order it when I'm in Spain or Portugal: it really is one of the nicest first courses when the weather is warm. This version is the same but different – the same refreshing, salady texture but with quite a different flavour. Serve warm if the weather's chilly, but if you are serving it cold, do make sure that it's really cold. Chill the bowls first and add some ice cubes just before serving.