RECOMMENDATIONS

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  The ultimate mojito

  Get the party started with Manuel Soro's classic Cuban cocktail featuring mint, lime and lots of rum

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  Mussels with raisin beer and spring onions

  Paul Heathcote presents an unusual but delicious combination of mussels with sweet raisin beer, served with tomato-rubbed bread

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  Cheese straws

  For buttery cheese straws with a difference, try Tana Ramsay's version with sun-dried tomatoes and poppy seeds

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  Tempered lentils

  Yellow and red lentils are given a kick of spice in this quick and simple recipe by Sanhay Dwivedi

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  Ayam percik (chicken with coconut and pineapple)

  Chef Wan makes a Malaysian curry where the chicken is first simmered in an aromatic gravy, then finished on a griddle pan for a smoky edge

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  African pilaff

  Tender pieces of marinated chicken add flavour to Samara Rolt's pilaff served with a refreshing chilli salad

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  Fast rabbit and prawn casserole

  Jun Tanaka's easy casserole is packed with seasonally spring flavours of peas, asparagus and morel mushrooms

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  Grilled scallops with land cress and tarragon mayonnaise

  Using only the freshest ingredients, Matt Tebbutt allows the simple flavours to speak for themselves in this easy scallop starter

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  Salmon cream tagliatelle

  Try Debbie Cottis's simple but luxurious pasta dish, ideal for serving up to friends for an informal meal

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  Orecchiette pasta with cavalo nero and ricotta

  Matt Tebbutt makes a simple thrifty supper with store-cupboard staples