Creamy saffron yogurt

This creamy dessert is called shrikhand and is a must in many Indian houses on the west coast. It’s a whole lot healthier than most Indian desserts – dig in!

Fettuccini of raw zucchini

Macrobiotic salad from Comptoir102

Fish dogs with lemony fennel slaw

The humble fish finger sandwich gets a facelift – serve in hot dog buns with a fresh and crunchy coleslaw

Spinach & pine nut lasagne

A classic flavour combination served in a layered Italian pasta bake with creamy white sauce and a dusting of nutmeg

Strawberry & poppy seed cake

A light vanilla sponge dotted with seeds and sandwiched with orange frosting and fresh strawberries – heavenly

Lamb burgers with tzatziki

Homemade burgers are always a winner – try this low-calorie, Greek spin with cucumber and mint yogurt and spicy patties

Peppery sausages with sweet potato mash

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Try bangers and mash with a difference – flavour your sausages with thyme and West Indian spice and serve with creamy potatoes

Douze-pointe pies

In ode to the Eurovision Song Contest, these shortcrust pies contain Spanish pepper, Greek cheese and Polish pierogi fillings

Confit of duck with herbed potato cakes

This step-by-step guide will have you making this bistro classic like the professionals in no time – the meltingly tender meat is well worth the effort

Roasted harissa vegetables with kale & ginger pilaf

Oven bake butternut squash, peppers and onions in North African spice then serve with superhealthy greens and basmati rice

Minty bean & courgette dip with pitta crisps

This healthier version of chips and dips is a great way to start a picnic or party

Easy vanilla cake

A moist cake drenched with vanilla syrup. Use as the basis for a range of fabulous celebration cakes