Hot paprika potatoes with garlic mayo

This spicy accompaniment to barbecued steak tastes even better eaten outside

Posh spice cake

A fruit cake for those who like theirs light, spicy, fruity and moist, with a tart cranberry topping

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

Crunchy corn & pepper salsa

This superhealthy salsa takes just ten minutes to prepare

Orange & caramel custard tart

This indulgent looking tart is actually fairly angelic so even those on a diet can enjoy a slice or two

Gingercrunch & meringue bombes

These simple make-ahead puds use ready-made meringues and gingernut biscuits, but look really impressive

Warm choc-orange tarts with orange ice cream

Elegant Jaffa-flavoured tarts that the whole family will want to indulge in

Salmon & Puy lentil salad with olive dressing

Use up leftover poached salmon in this stylish main-meal salad with punchy dressing

Potato cakes with smoked salmon

Irish potato cakes given a modern twist with a classic New York bagel topping