Ginger beer & tangerine glazed ham

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
This warming ginger beer-spiced ham is great for Christmas entertaining as it’s simple to prepare ahead of time

Aubergine, tomato & feta baklava

This impressive make-ahead vegetarian dish layers up a spiced veggie filling with crispy filo pastry – perfect with a light salad

Mulled spiced Pavlovas

Traditional flavours of cloves, spices and orange zest work scent these fabulous winter Pavlovas topped with boozy mulled figs

Venison with quince

Quinces are a perfect balance to rich venison, and spiked with rosemary they offer a heady depth to this prepare-ahead main

Chermoula-marinated mackerel

Chermoula is a North African marinade, used to flavour fish. The recipe varies, but this one contains paprika, making in Moroccan

Avocado salad

Try serving this superhealthy salad with crisp za’atar bread for a Middle Eastern feast

Watermelon with dukkah dip

The cool sweetness of the watermelon goes really well with the spicy, nutty crunch of dukkah, for a refreshing nibble to enjoy with a cocktail

Horseradish mash

Give creamy mash a subtle kick with fresh or creamed horseradish for a warming side dish – perfect with hearty stews and casseroles

Roasted beets with watercress & horseradish apple sauce

If you’re after a superhealthy side dish, look no further than this low-fat salad, great as part of a buffet

Chestnut fool

An autumnal accompaniment to cakes and puds, this nutty cream goes particularly well with spiced friands