RECOMMENDATIONS

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  Mussels in gewürztraminer with chives and cream

  Matthew Fort’s refined version of the classic moules a la crème combines the fruity flavour of Gewürztraminer with creamy mussels for a delicious starter or light meal

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  Barbecued corn

  Smoked paprika, cayenne and melting butter give Caroline Hire's corn a well-deserved place on the barbecue

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  Christmas spinach filo torte

  Celia Brooks Brown's elegant version of a traditional Greek spinach pie makes a delicious vegetarian meal

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  Sprouted bean ussal

  Anjum Anand’s mixed bean and vegetable starter combines an aromatic mixture of spices, with a hint of coconut

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  No-fuss vinaigrette

  Use this multi-purpose dressing on summer salads or warmed up as a sauce - leave overnight for the flavours to infuse

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  Thai beef salad

  Tom Parker Bowles prepares a quick main meal salad, full of fresh, zesty Asian flavours

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  Monkfish poached in spiced red wine

  Big on impact, low in effort: a stunning dish of monkfish and creamed leeks from Jun Tanaka

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  Pork fillet with mustard crust

  A sweet-savoury topping with mustard fruits and soupy borlotti beans combine to make an Italian sensation from Giorgio Locatelli

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  Mini iced buns

  A real winner with young children, these iced buns are small enough to vanish in one bite - just the thing for kids parties

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  Coq au vin

  An overnight marinade adds depth to Daniel Galmiche's French classic