Gluten free

Syrup cakes are popular in many parts of the world, using local spices or fruit to add moisture and flavour. This orange flavoured gluten free version is light and delicious. Enjoy it on its own or with a little whipped cream.

All you need is a little patience and a good blender and you could be delighting your dinner guests with this raspberry sorbet. You can experiment with all kinds of berries and fruit, but we love the glorious colour.

These breakfast burritos are packed full of fibre and are a great start to the day. The addition of jalapeño peppers gives them a satisfying bite and complement the tangy lime in the avocado beautifully.

Give your family midweek meal with an exotic twist with this Moroccan lamb with couscous. The aromatic spices combined with a sprinkle of coriander just before serving give this dish its unique flavour.

This tomato and capsicum soup will have you wondering why you ever bothered with the tinned stuff. The addition of the beans and the chilli give a hearty and spicy kick. Enjoy with fresh crusty bread.

This humble vegetable gets an undeserved bad rap in our view. We think these delicious brussels sprouts with crispy pancetta deserve a place on your Christmas table, right next to the duck fat roasted potato.

Parfait means 'perfect' in French and there's a lot about this chocolate, honey and red berry version that is perfect. For starters, it's easy to make and doesn't melt too quickly which means it's great for entertaining. It also looks amazing.

Seafood salad does not have to be accompanied by mounds of mayonnaise. Try our prawn, scallop and asparagus salad with ginger dressing for a light, fresh and zingy alternative. For best results, serve with a crisp chardonnay.

You need to buy a 1.5kg piece of watermelon to get the amount of chopped watermelon needed for this recipe. Note

Kalonji are also called nigella or black onion seeds. Note

There should be no complaints at the dinner table when you present the family with good old fashioned lamb and vegetables. We've made things a little more exciting with the addition of mint sauce; it goes wonderfully with spring lamb.

Fresh, light, fragrant and healthy. Serve this Asian-style fish with a bowl of steamed coconut rice for an easy and tasty meal for two.

Do not be afraid of the humble macaron. Yes, they're tricky, but easier than you think. Don't take any short cuts, use a light touch when mixing, and you'll be well on the way to making the perfect cappuccino macaron.

Drizzled with a creamy chervil dressing, this easy dish makes an excellent brunch or lunch.

Back in 1792, two Carmelite nuns dubbed the "Macaron Sisters" baked and sold macarons to pay for their lodgings. Over 200 years later, our love affair with these almond delights continue. These chocolate and cherry macarons are beautiful served with hot espresso.

Topped with fluffy pink icing and sugar roses, this gluten-free butter cake is perfect for a party.

Be careful when taking the pumpkin out of the microwave as the bowl will be very hot. Note

Served with a dollop of yoghurt sprinkled with sumac, these beautiful stuffed vine leaves are a perfect dish to share with friends.

Give your roast lamb rack an Indian flavour with this delicious and fragrant spice paste. You could also use it as a spice rub for any other kind of meat.

Rich, moist and just sweet enough, this cake is great for any occasion.

Get a healthy dose of high-quality protein, vitamins and minerals (including potassium, selenium and vitamin B12) plus a super dose of omega-3 fatty acids, all wrapped up in classic Thai flavours.

If you thought the ice-cream wafer sandwich couldn't be improved, think again. These vanilla strawberry swirl macarons will have your guests swooning with delight. The ice-cream will barely have enough time to melt before they're all gone.

Serve this delicious gluten-free crumble with cold vanilla ice-cream.

This recipe is gluten-free, wheat-free, yeast-free and nut-free. If the coconut is browning too quickly, cover the friands loosely with foil. storage Friands can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Note

This recipe is gluten-free, yeast-free and wheat-free.

Drizzled in orange brandy syrup, this almond, orange and semolina cake is irresistible served with a dollop of crème fraîche or yoghurt.

Recipe can be prepared a day ahead. Add the dressing up to three hours before serving. Note

Not suitable to freeze. Note

There's plenty of juice to mop up in this delicious vegetarian curry, we're not even sure it's not a soup. Serve with plenty of rice or naan bread to enjoy every last drop.

Gluten-free cakes are too often dry and disappointing, the mashed banana and jam helps make this gluten-free chocolate cake a rich, dense triumph.

The combination of tender herb-coated roast beef and creamy blue-cheese sauce is unbeatable. The perfect starter for a big dinner party!

Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Note

These noodle and vegetable rice paper rolls are a classic Vietnamese crowd pleaser. The trick when making them is to dunk the rice paper just enough so that it is pliable enough to roll, as it will continue to gradually soften.

Spiced with ginger, these dark chocolate truffles make a delectable after dinner treat with a cup of coffee or a digestif.

This recipe is gluten-free, wheat-free, yeast-free and dairy-free. Note

These little berries are not only scrumptious on crêpes, but they also have a number of health benefits, including being full of antioxidants and antibacterial properties. Note

T-bone really is the king of steaks. This recipe brings out all the beautiful flavours of the beef with a zingy horseradish mascarpone dressing on the side.

Marinated capsicums can be stored in the refrigerator for up to three months; add them to your next anti pasta platter for a burst of colour, texture and flavour.

Packed full of the goodness of legumes, this chickpea and lentil salad makes a delicious vegetarian lunch option for those wanting an quick and healthy meal.

The acids in the citrus marinade slightly cook the very thinly sliced raw seafood. Use the freshest, sashimi quality fish you can find. We've used salmon here, snapper also makes a lovely ceviche.

A citrus-flavoured liqueur, such as Grand Marnier, can be substituted for the coconut liqueur, if you prefer. Note

Tossed in cinnamon sugar and drizzled with maple syrup, these dreamy ricotta fritters are a casual yet sophisticated dessert.

These prosciutto wrapped lamb cutlets hide a delicious creamy and boldly flavoured centre. Serve with some grilled mediterranean vegetables for a tasty, low-carb meal.

This delicious and impressive looking mandarin upside-down cake is a little tricky to make but is oh so worth it. Better still it is gluten-free so everyone can enjoy it. Use a microplane to zest the fruit for best results.

You could add white rum to this delicious passionfruit sparkler to make a refreshing party punch if you like.

Chunks of spicy chorizo add flavour, texture and heft to this delicious chickpea soup.

You can use 1 teaspoon of worcestershire sauce instead of the anchovy fillets. This salad is a great way to use up leftover roast chicken. Shred the chicken and add to the salad instead of the poached chicken breasts. Note

A light touch is required to make these strawberry french macarons. Don't be tempted to use more strawberry puree than required or you will alter the texture of the batter. Trust us, the result is worth it.

Bhaji is a classic Indian snack similar to a fritter; it has several variants and is sometimes known as pakora. Onion based bhaji is very popular, but we've used zucchini and carrot here. Served with mango chutney, they're divine.

Combine smooth, creamy natural yoghurt with some seasoning and dill to create this lovely sauce. It is delicious with lamb.

A surefire family favourite - barbecue chicken with lemon and garlic is tender and tasty. Serve with good bread and a fresh green salad for a simple weekend lunch.

This creamy, hearty mushroom sauce goes perfectly with tender pork medallions to create a quick and easy weeknight family dinner.

This tender braised octopus in red wine recipe works well cooked in a cast-iron pot over a low flame.

Char-grilled lamb with tomato chickpeas

This recipe is gluten-free, wheat-free, yeast-free and dairy-free. Use a hot dry knife to cut the cake. storage Note

Ground almonds replace the flour in this recipe, making it rich and luscious. As a bonus it is an ideal dessert for dinner guests who have a gluten intolerence.

You can prepare the chicken the night before; store, covered, in the refrigerator. If using bamboo skewers, wrap the ends in foil to prevent them from burning. Note

This steamed fruit pudding is gluten-free, dairy-free and egg-free.

We used a baguette for the garlic toast. If making this dish a few hours ahead, combine ingredients, except for cucumber, in large bowl; toss cucumber through just before serving. The longer the salmon marinates with the lime, the more 'cooked' it will be.

Salsa verde gives this dish a splash of colour and a delicious flavour. Teamed with crispy roasted potatoes, there should be no complaints at the dinner table.

A few key ingredients and just 10 minutes preparation and you and your guests can be enjoying these mixed berries with mascarpone; easy, simple, yet oh so good. Use your favourite mixture of berries for this recipe.

Bright, fruity and packed with flavour, raspberry and orange cordial is a great base for a refreshing soft drink or used as a mixer for vodka or white rum.

Substitute brown sugar for the palm sugar, if desired. The salad dressing can be made a day ahead and kept, covered, in the refrigerator. Note

Topped with lemon curd, whipped cream and blueberries, this almond meringue cake is a show-stopper.