Recipes +

A bright, beautiful salad that can be adapted to whatever greens are in season. Try green beans, asparagus, broccoli, peas. Or swap out the mint for dill or basil.

This delicious side pairs just as well with roast chicken, lamb or fish with the yoghurt dressing complementing the meat.

The salad is completely customisable. It works with fewer or more vegetables and a whole range of crunchy, soft and salty additions.

This simple almond cake is a surefire winner. It’s moist and chewy with just the right amount of sweetness.

The richness of the duck pairs so well with the sticky sweetness of the caramelised fig, salty creaminess of the Persian feta, and the bright lively green of the watercress and mint.

Have prawn cocktails ever gone out of fashion? I love the traditional version with the creamy sauce, but sometimes I just want something a little lighter with the fresh flavours of now.

For lovers of chocolate there’s nothing better than this gloriously indulgent mousse. Use a dark chocolate, even if you normally don’t like it, not less than 50%. How can something so simple taste so good?

Just in time for Christmas, cherry season is a gift in itself. Those bright, juicy baubles bursting with deliciousness in every bite. In light of this I’ve put cherries to good use in an easy, high impact, highly portable treat. Perfect for the silly season!

Some version of this dish is always on high rotation in my house. It’s quick, nutritious and filling. It can be served at room temperature in summer or hot in winter.

It turns out you can get all the cosy crumble vibes without the baking. Apples and pears are my go-to in the colder months, but this is super adaptable. Think juicy berries or stone fruits when summer rolls around.