Recipes

A decadent Christmas classic, far greater than turkey.

A perfect vegetarian Christmas starter, which can also be made vegan by substituting the cheese or ditching it altogether.

The Exploding Bakery’s take on an Italian hazelnut torte (torta di nocciole).

A simple marzipan recipe, ready to eat in just 10 minutes.

A delicious vegan Christmas dinner alternative from Bettina Campolucci Bordi.

Pork & Fennel Sausage Rolls 400 g sausage1 bulb fennel (trimmed and finely sliced)2 cloves garlic (minced)1 tbsp bread crumbs1 sheet puff pastry (approx. 300g)1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)Fennel seeds (to taste)Black sesame seeds (to taste)Olive oil Preheat the oven to 190C/Gas 5.In a heavy-based pan, heat a splash of olive oil until shimmering then add the fennel. Cook over a medium heat, stirring occasionally, until soft but not coloured. Season with salt and pepper, then add the garlic...

A festive take on the classic Italian dessert.

Townsend restaurant’s take on the French classic, with custard for dipping.

A rich, silky tea ice cream served with a drizzle of maple syrup.