Chocoholic’s Christmas pudding

Wow. A definite crowd pleaser – chocolate mousse hidden by a layer of chocolate sponge, covered with the best chocolate topping we’ve ever tasted

Stacked star cake

Turn a plain cake into a stunning centre piece. You need a steady hand so save the sherry for after the tricky balancing act!

Barbecued mackerel with ginger, chilli & lime drizzle

Make mackerel part of your weekly menu with this Asian inspired dish that’s perfect for barbecues

Warm duck salad with walnut & orange dressing

The perfect dinner party main for those with a small kitchen and a great meal-in-one

Tia Maria cheesecake

Perfect for a special occasion, this American style dessert really has the wow-factor

Marinated lamb steaks with paprika roast tomatoes & butterbean smash

Everyone will love these juicy lamb steaks teamed with new-age mash in this recipe by Silvana Franco

Smoked salmon kedgeree

This kedgeree is totally delicious. Treat everyone to an extra special brunch.

Warm chickpea, fennel & pepper salad

A vibrant salad that tastes delicious either hot and cold

Gooseberry syllabub pavlova

A new idea for pavlova lovers

Smoked salmon & bean dip with crispy pittas

The pittas become crunchy in the oven making them unbelievably moreish