Sage and Onion Sauce

A great accompaniment to roast duck that can be made in advance

Salt & pepper turkey

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
A finishing touch of a lattice of bacon makes this turkey a Christmas dinner centre-stage star

Baked chicory with chicken in a sage & mustard sauce

A perfectly creamy chicory and chicken dish for a dinner party

Steamed sea bass with black bean sauce

Chinese meals don’t need to be eaten out of a takeaway carton – this special fish dish makes a smart dinner for two

Prawn & melon salad

Tom Kime’s prawn salad make a great starter for a summer dinner party

Fresh spinach & anchovy tart

This sophisticated quiche is easily smart enough for a dinner party

Cantonese steeped chicken

Prepare this Chinese meal ahead to enjoy a relaxed dinner with friends – it’s served at room temperature

Mini banoffee pies

Go retro with this easy and ever-popular dessert that's been given a smart dinner party makeover

Tea-smoked salmon with herb mayonnaise

Create a restaurant-style roast fish dish that’s infused with a smoky flavour and served with homemade mayo

Spiced meringues with coffee-soaked prunes

The mixed spice in the meringues and plump, juicy prunes give a Christmassy flavour to this budget dinner party dessert

Warm duck salad with walnut & orange dressing

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

Plum & apple cobbler

A plum-filled pudding with a light, fluffy scone-like topping – perfect for after the Sunday roast