Soft ricotta dumplings packed with wild garlic, parmesan and lemon, served in a warm tomato sauce. Malfatti means "made badly" - rustic, irregular and completely the point.

Two lamb breasts, one extraordinary centrepiece. Stuffed with wild garlic, toasted pistachios, anchovy and goat's cheese, rolled and braised low and slow until deeply tender and melting. The best-value cut on the counter, done properly.

Soft, stuffed flatbreads filled with wild garlic and feta and finished with a glossy wild garlic butter. The perfect thing to make while the season lasts.

Slow-roasted pulled pork shoulder, brined overnight, rubbed in warm spices, and served in toasted brioche buns with a homemade barbecue sauce finished with fermented rhubarb. A properly satisfying centrepiece.

Restorative Asian chicken noodle soup built on bone broth with garlic, ginger and tender chicken. Thick rice noodles and fresh herbs make it satisfying and healing.

Messy, indulgent haggis toastie with slow-cooked whisky shallots and melted Scottish cheese. Perfect for using up leftover Burns Night haggis.

A gently aromatic winter minestrone made with bacon, swede and orzo in a light golden broth, finished with lemon, herbs and a touch of Parmesan for warmth and depth.

A vibrant courgette salad with smoky grilled courgettes, marinated ribbons, creamy burrata and crunchy smoked almonds. Balanced with a zesty lemon dressing, this is a perfect summer sharing dish.

A crisp puff pastry galette with roasted butternut squash, goat’s cheese, honey, and sage — easy to make and perfect for autumn.

A rustic tomato galette with buttery puff pastry, creamy ricotta, and sweet salted tomatoes. A crisp, golden tart perfect for summer entertaining.

A rich savoury cheesecake made with cream cheese, mascarpone and brie, baked on a seed-studded biscuit base and topped with roasted heirloom tomatoes. A robust alternative to quiche, perfect for picnics and summer lunches.

Crisp golden courgette flowers stuffed with goats cheese and herbs, drizzled with honey and served with a fresh herb salad.

Som Tam made with green papaya, beans, and peanuts – this Thai salad is fresh, punchy, and full of flavour. Learn how to make it, plus easy swaps.

Baby courgettes with herby crème fraîche, toasted seeds, and lemon – a fresh summer starter that’s quick, elegant, and easy to adapt.

Mushroom and cheese quesadillas with portobello mushrooms, feta, and mozzarella – a quick and flavour-packed vegetarian recipe for any day of the week.