Tipsy rhubarb & blood orange jelly

Give this childhood favourite a boozy grown-up makeover with Campari, poached rhubarb and a rich vanilla custard

Herb-brined pork chops

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Soaking tender pork in a juniper, coriander and thyme brine keeps it succulent and plump – griddle until just charred for an attractive main

Watercress soup with bacon dumplings

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Take this simple green soup from light lunch to dinner party starter with a mouth-watering, meaty garnish of streaky bacon dumplings

Parsnip, potato & St Gall cheese gratin

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
St Gall is one of the best Irish cheeses to cook with, but it will also sit happily alongside a few other varieties on a cheese board

Daube of pork

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
This recipe turns a sow’s ear into a silk purse – shoulder meat may be cheap, but it’s perfectly suited to being slow cooked

Prawn & fennel cocktail

Try this elaborate looking cocktail which will add a touch of class to your dinner party

Festive gammon

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only

A traditional ham recipe that's perfect for any celebration, especially at Christmas. The gammon needs brining overnight, but the results are well worth it

Irish apple tart

This recipe is based on the apple pie that chef Richard Corrigan’s mother used to make every St Patrick’s Day