Whole roast bream with potatoes & olives

Roasting the fish along with the potatoes means all the lovely flavours mingle

Broad bean pilau

This broad bean dish will add a Middle Eastern twist to any summer occasion

Chocolate pecan fondants

These indulgent puds are great to freeze so you’ll always have something to whip out for unexpected guests

Chinese braised red cabbage

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Add a zing to your red cabbage with this great accompaniment to cold meats at Christmas

Nectarines in red wine

This is a stunningly simple, grown-up way to enjoy perfectly ripe nectarines, or peaches

Cranberry & Champagne sauce

Add a bit of bubbly and give this Christmas classic a fresh new taste

Frozen banana & peanut butter cheesecake

A great standby dessert with that works well and will impress children and adults

Pineapple rice

Mixing fruit and savoury is not to everyone’s taste but this quick side is certainly worth taking a gamble on

Stir-fried greens in oyster sauce

Bring alive this stir-fry side with oyster sauce

Sticky lime roast chicken

A dish for relaxed dinner parties, easy and different