RECOMMENDATIONS

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  Fisherman’s relish

  The surprise ingredient of Theodore Kyriakou’s traditional fishermen’s spread is rabbit – perhaps because rabbits are so plentiful on the Greek islands

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  Champagne and strawberry cocktail

  Jamie Oliver’s cocktail of tangy strawberry purée sweetened with vanilla sugar and topped up with fizz is perfect for entertaining.

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  French onion soup

  For a warming and invigorating meal try Trish Deseine’s rich and flavoursome soup packed with slow-cooked onions and topped with melting gruyere croutons

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  Meatball balti with coriander breads and raita

  The balti originated in Birmingham and it’s basically a saucy curry served with bread - Silvana Franco’s version also comes with a cooling raita on the side

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  Duck liver pâté

  For a make-ahead starter try James Martin's pâté, subtly flavoured with brandy and fresh basil

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  Grilled pork cutlet with prunes d'agen

  Chris Galvin serves simple pork chops with creamy mash and boozy prunes

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  Peaches and brioche

  Aaron Craze serves the ultimate summer dessert of ripe, juicy peaches with lashings of sweet buttery caramel

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  Sweet semolina with saffron

  Anupama Puranik cooks this grain with bananas and milk before adding Indian spices for a twist to a traditional pudding

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  Spaghetti with tomatoes and mussels

  Tinned tomatoes, fresh mussels and a splash of white wine combine to great effect in Paul Young’s speedy supper

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  Masala scrambled eggs

  Cyrus Todiwala’s traditional Parsi recipe adds a delicious Indian flavour to a breakfast favourite