A crumble is one of my favourite desserts, no matter what fruit you use, but this elevated fancy apple crumble cake takes chat classic and transforms it into a true showstopper and real centrepiece for special occasions.

A slightly fancier finish to a traditional fish pie, this version has a scalloped potato topping above a creamy, cheesy smoked fish filling that is particularly delicious. I often think of fish pie as a weeknight dinner but with a dish like this, there’s no reason you couldn’t serve this as your Sunday centerpiece. Maybe add a few scallops or other shellfish for extra indulgence but I know our crew would happily devour this whenever we choose to serve.

For something a little light but with all the sweet, spicy & salty kicks, things I love about Vietnamese food, a salad which makes a great lunchbox filler or a light weeknight supper. Traditional, it is not, but this recipe borrows from some Asian pantry staples to create a slippery noodle dish that is veggie packed and incredibly satisfying. The crunch of both peanuts and crispy shallots are essential here to make the whole dish feel more-ish.