RECOMMENDATIONS

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  Roast partridge with roasted root vegetables

  The best time to enjoy the rich flavour of Gary Rhodes' partridge recipe is during the autumn months, when the birds are younger and their meat more tender

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  Mango lassi

  A cool and refreshing yoghurt smoothie with an evocative hint of cardamom from Roopa Gulati

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  Blackberry infused vodka

  Merrilees Parker makes a deliciously simple infusion that’s perfect for drinks parties or as a Christmas gift

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  Fig crostata

  A fruity tart with vanilla-flecked pastry that would be equally well received at a picnic or dinner party, from Giancarlo Caldesi

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  Gratin of smoked haddock with toasted brioche

  Creamy smoked haddock gratin is topped with Gruyère cheese and served with rich buttery brioche in Rosemary Shrager's delicious starter

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  Best end of lamb with creamed Brussels sprouts

  A slick of verdant thyme oil brings the best out of Richard Phillips's lamb dish

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  Meringue roulade with pomegranate seeds

  A pretty pink, bejewelled dessert with delicate floral flavours from Darina Allen

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  Fish pies

  This is one fish pie the whole family will love!

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  Santa’s Little Helper

  Cup your hands around this tasty tipple and feel toasty inside and out. Fruity and comforting, the smooth warmed golden rum perfectly complements the dry cranberry and sour apple. This drink can easily be made in larger quantities for groups or parties.

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  Green garden soup

  Gary Rhodes' soup is a good excuse to bring gorgeous green vegetables together. If some are not available broccoli and spinach also offer rich flavours