A classic roast has always been a great way to feed a lot of people, but why not try Roasted Barramundi instead the usual lamb or beef. We had our regular gang of ten for a birthday dinner recently and the idea, rather than sweating over a hot stove, was to let the oven do the work. (Okay, confession time, minimal last-minute fuss was the real agenda.) ….

There are many versions of these Cevapi or Cevapcici - Skinless Sausages made throughout the Balkan countries although, since my only connection to these culinary traditions comes from the long-gone waitressing days, there’s no particular claim to authenticity here. What this recipe does promise, though, is very tasty meat, lots of flavour and super-simple preparation ….

Who doesn’t like a nice tart? Brunch or lunch, dinner or supper, a nice tart can be a pleasure. And this particular tart, with its delicious sweet and savoury combination, should hit the spot, whenever ….

Looking in the cupboard one day for ‘Divine Dinner Inspiration’- as you do - I came across a big packet of yellow lentils, moong dhal. Fortunately, there was also a can of coconut milk to be had and putting them together in this dish of Creamy Lentils with Corn was, if not exactly inspired, the logical outcome ….

I’m going to sound like a goody-goody swot if I say that salad is my favourite food. Not chocolate. Not fried noodles or crispy bacon. Not even the best ice cream, although that could be touch and go ….

The grape is well-known as the delicate morsel to be enjoyed reclining in decadent abandon – the sweet fruit having first been peeled by an ardent attendant. (Do angels sing too? It’s been a while.) ….