Roast lamb with spring herb crumbs

This iron-rich dish is ideal for a weekend with family and friends

Very chocolatey cake

An indulgent chocolate cake that kids can make for a friend's birthday or as a family treat

Quick sticky toffee puddings

Discover a shameless shortcut to this family favourite pud

Crispy Mongolian lamb

Braise lamb breast with aromatics then grill until crisp and serve with noodles for a cheap but chic meal for two

Homemade marzipan thins

Sweet treats for friends and family

Summer salad with anchovy dressing

A filling main-meal salad bursting with fresh veg – just leave out the anchovies for a veggie version

Pecan & maple syrup sticky pudding

The perfect family desert

Coconut, syrup & lime tart

A delightfully indulgent dessert that you can make ahead – a perfect way to round off a special meal

Pasta pesto salad

Enjoy this veggie pesto pasta salad with cucumber, peas, cherry tomatoes and basil for an easy family meal. It's great for a packed lunch or summery picnic

Koofteh sabzi

Iranian recipe from Ariana Bundy, TV chef and author of Pomegranates and Roses: My Persian family recipes (Simon & Schuster UK) and Sweet Alternative (Conran-Octopus UK).

Lugaimat (deep fried sugar coated dough balls infused with cardamon and saffron)

Recipe from Faisal Nasser, an environmental engineer from Abu Dhabi, who has always had an interest in food and culinary arts, and enjoys spending his weekends cooking for family and friends.

Shorbat addas (mild lentil soup)

Recipe from Faisal Nasser, an environmental engineer from Abu Dhabi, who has always had an interest in food and culinary arts, and enjoys spending his weekends cooking for family and friends.