Summer berry terrine

A refreshing and colourful dinner party desert

Wintry vegetable crumbles

This warming vegetarian crumble can be made and frozen ahead for a cosy dinner with friends

Malai kofta with spicy gravy

This North Indian dish is often served at Diwali and makes the perfect dinner party dish.

Marjoram-scented crème caramel with chilled rhubarb crumble

This stylish make-ahead dessert by Great British Menu’s Glynn Purnell is the perfect way to end a sophisticated dinner party

Polenta & goat’s cheese stacks

This show-stopping vegetarian main will dazzle dinner party guests and it’s special enough to serve on Christmas Day

Spiced baked figs with ginger mascarpone

This dish makes the perfect ending to a relaxed dinner party, special yet stress-free

Artichoke focaccia

Inject the taste of Italy into your picnics and al fresco dinner parties with this irresistibly moreish focaccia

Somerset Pomona, apple & almond cake

This simple cake makes a great dinner treat or serve with cream for a filling dessert

Onion & goat’s cheese tarts

Individual tarte Tatin-style bakes with puff pastry, caramelised onions, thyme and ash goat's cheese make a sumptuous vegetarian lunch or dinner party starter

Cranberry, maple & pecan pudding

Dairy-free, wheat-free and gluten-free – this Christmas pudding is moist and has a real zing. A less rich, more refreshing way to round off Christmas dinner

Smoked haddock with buttered spinach & mustard sauce

A light fish dish with new potatoes, topped with a poached egg and cream sauce – suitable for brunch, lunch or dinner

Easter biscuit lollies

Make these cookies as gifts for friends, or use them as place names on a celebration dinner table