Romantic rose cupcakes

These decorative cupcakes make the perfect centrepiece for a wedding or christening, or a lovely gift

Little rose & almond cupcakes

Pretty as a picture, but dead simple. Add a paper flag and these will double as place names or favours at a wedding

Big egg, bacon & bean salad

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
A substantial ‘almost-Niçoise’ that goes with just about anything, and won’t get soggy on the way to the picnic

Cherry & almond cake

Not just for Easter, this delicious cake makes a good centrepiece all year round

Homemade eclairs

Homemade eclairs are a labour of love, but the reward will be a decadent mouthful of crisp pastry oozing creamy vanilla custard

Spinach & smoked salmon egg muffins

Serve one or two of these per person for brunch – depending on how hungry/greedy you are

Cinnamon pecan sticky buns

Enjoy a lazy Sunday morning with this indulgent brunch recipe

Baked goat’s cheese with beetroot, honey & thyme

This veggie main can be prepared ahead – giving you more time to relax with your guests

Strawberry & sweet wine savarin

A savarin is like a big rum baba, except this version is soaked with dessert wine for a light, summery feel

Fruit-filled choux buns with caramel sauce

Wickedly sticky, this delicious caramel pastry dish is perfect for a summer pudding

Cheesy corn cakes

These cheesy sweetcorn cakes can be whipped up in minutes, and the kids will love to help you make them

Apricot & ricotta torte

Although this looks like a cheesecake, it tastes much, much lighter