Spider’s web cake

Swiss meringue buttercream icing transformed into a spooky Halloween showstopper – this rich chocolate sponge will be the guest of honour at any Halloween party

Crab doughnuts

Savoury doughnuts are a delicious deep-fried treat. Decorate these perfect party nibbles with lemon zest and a few sprigs of cress

Spicy Singapore noodles

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

These spicy noodles are simple to make, low calorie and have a slightly sweet, slightly savoury curry sauce – an ideal way to use up leftover roast pork too

Chicken, kale & mushroom pot pie

A satisfying chicken and mushroom one-pot that makes a great family supper or freeze leftovers for another day

Courgette soup with parmesan and burnt chilli marshmallow

If you’re looking for a starter to impress, look no further: moreish marshmallows give this courgette-packed soup the wow factor

Okonomiyaki

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

You can easily adapt this Japanese savoury pancake  – swap the prawns or bacon for a different take

Courgette, lemon & thyme cake

Inspired by the allotment, this fragrant, modern bake makes the most of a late-summer courgette crop

Vietnamese egg coffee

This sweet after-dinner coffee is like drinking liquid tiramisu and is our new favourite caffeinated treat

Perfect Caesar salad

The ultimate New York salad with crunchy croutons, anchovies, crisp gem lettuce and a thick garlicky dressing, this recipe comes from The Breslin's brilliant chef April Bloomfield

Maple, banana & pecan pop pies

Serve up these sweet and nutty mini fruit pies with a drizzle of colourful icing and thick double cream or custard 

Alfajores

These melt-in-the-mouth shortbread-like cookies originate from South America and are filled with dulce de leche and rolled in desiccated coconut

Roasted tomato & pancetta picnic quiches

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

A crisp, short pastry base and a pancetta, cherry tomato and parmesan filling make these perfectly portable tartlets ideal for picnics and summer days out