dinner party

Apricot jam, rum and a few key spices make a kicky glaze for this show-stopping ham.

From a crisp artichoke starter, to a healthy salmon salad and a gorgeous rhubarb cake, dinner is alive with the colours and tastes of the season.

Instructions Simple yet sophisticated, these skewers will be a hit at your next barbecue. Bonus: the sauce can be made a day...

The giant timpano (spaghetti pie) in the movie Big Night is one of those dishes we'd love to eat, but it looks too overwhelming to make! Instead, we've created a magnificent homemade mushroom meat lasagna.

When most fresh fruits are out of season, turn to the oft-overlooked winter options. And these tender braised pears get a elegant lift from cinnamon, vanilla, red wine and—of course—a dollop of whipped cream.