Aubergine couscous salad

A handful of mint leaves really brings this salad alive, veggies will love it, but if you do need some meat lamb cutlets are the perfect addition

Easy hummus recipe

A smooth blended chickpea dip with tahini and garlic that's versatile and good for you, this easy hummus makes a great snack or lunch

Slow-roast lamb with cinnamon, fennel & citrus

For lamb that will melt in your mouth and surprise your palate, follow Sarah Cook's easy recipe

Rose cream & raspberry jellies

With all the flavours of Turkish delight, these fragrant Middle Eastern-style puddings make a light finish to an entertaining menu

Chilli ginger lamb chops

Marinate your chops with ginger, lemon, chilli and cumin then chargrill until juicy in the middle

Smoky chicken skewers

A tapas-style canapé of marinated and grilled chicken kebabs, best served with smoked garlic mayonnaise dip

Apricot & Turkish delight mess

Try a Middle Eastern twist on the British classic Eton Mess, served with fresh mint tea

Roasted chicken with creamy walnut sauce

This Turkish-inspired sauce makes a wonderful alternative to a classic bread sauce

Walnut, date & honey cake

A tea-time treat – packed with sweet honey. A great way to use up those ripe bananas too