RECOMMENDATIONS

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  Spiced battered kingfish with machchi masala

  A pungent spice masala sprinkled over at the end adds the finishing touch to Marut Sikha's crisp-coated fish fillets

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  Cod and lobster chowder

  This chowder from Rick Stein is really special, made with lobster (but not a great deal) and using the soft parts of the lobster to thicken the broth

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  Waffle cream brownie

  We challenged Tom Aikens to put his twist on the classic 99 ice cream - here is what he came up with

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  Lentil and vegetable puree

  This is one of Annabel Karmel's most popular baby purees. It is a rich source of protein, iron and calcium.

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  Grilled red snapper with citrus souscaille

  Souiscaille is a spicy citrus salsa - Jonathan Deardon shows Gary Rhodes how it's done

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  Spaghetti carbonara

  Aaron Craze adds a sprinkling of fresh marjoram to classic carbonara

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  Vietnamese pho

  Pho is considered the 'chicken noodle soup' of Vietnam - the ultimate cure-all, perfect for soothing the soul, warding off colds and easing a hangover.

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  Duck pasties

  Forget the usual meat and veg – Simon Rimmer takes the humble pasty upmarket with duck confit

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  Hand-made bangers with mustard mash explosion

  Try your hand at making Simone Lester's bangers - herby pork and sage or spicy chorizo. Served with magnificent mustard mash

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  Baked sprats with kale

  Theo Randall cooks a quick winter dish of meaty fish baked in spicy breadcrumbs served with blanched kale