Bulgur wheat & rocket tabbouleh

Pour a lightly-spiced, lemony dressing over this simple grain, studded with pomegranate seeds, for a dinner party side dish

Pearled spelt with tarragon & red grapes

Sweet red grapes add a fruity twist to this satisfying side dish with a tangy mustard and red wine vinegar dressing

Pineapple & lime mocktail

Mix a sparkling mocktail that will bring sunshine to any party – and to make it slightly sweeter, use soda water instead of tonic water

Spiced apple strudel & brandy cocktail

The classic Sixties sidecar cocktail is given a Viennese twist with flavours of apple strudel – a tasty tipple for the Eurovision Song Contest

Mint tea couscous

Whip up this quick and easy Moroccan inspired side dish in just 15 minutes – perfect with lamb, chicken or halloumi

Cupcake caterpillar birthday cake

This beautiful bake is a great way to celebrate Lewis Carroll’s iconic Alice in Wonderland – decorate with fondant icing and chocolate bars

Alice in Wonderland wedding cookies

Bake a batch of charming chocolate and vanilla biscuits to celebrate the 150 year anniversary of Lewis Carroll’s Alice in Wonderland

Rhubarb ripple semi-freddo

Make the most of seasonal rhubarb in this attractive make-ahead dinner party dessert with ginger cordial, double cream and meringue

New potato & rosemary focaccia

This easy Italian-style loaf is inspired by the classic chip buttie – perfect as an alternative to a dinner party bread basket

Chicken & new potato traybake

Pop chicken thighs and potatoes in one pot and roast with olives, lemon, garlic and bay leaves for a lazy weekend lunch or dinner