RECOMMENDATIONS

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  Brie and wild mushroom fondue

  Made for sharing, this creamy cheese and mushroom fondue is the perfect excuse to call friends for a special supper

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  Chocolate roulade

  From James Martin, a decadently rich chocolate roulade filled with softly whipped chocolate mousse and soft fruits

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  Singin' hinnies with spiced butter

  Sophie Grigson recalls a fond childhood favourite - a Sunderland recipe of fried scones that appear to 'sing' as they sizzle while being cooked

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  Winter Warmer

  This throat soothing, nose-unblocking, cheek ‘rosy-ing’ cocktail is a fantastic tonic against the cold weather. With hints of cinnamon, aniseed and a kick of ginger, this hot, spicy and yet smooth drink, enlivens the senses and warms the body.

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  New york cheesecake

  A creamy baked cheesecake carpeted with fresh blackberries from Jane Asher

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  Steamed daurade with candied aubergine

  A knockout fish dish from Jason Atherton: basil-infused daurade with candied aubergine and home-made ketchup

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  Almond and orange florentines

  These simple little biscuits from Tamasin Day-Lewis add a touch of sophistication to cool desserts, especially ice creams

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  Citrus fruit gratin with candied fennel

  Jun Tanaka creates a simple tangy grapefruit gratin with a sparkling wine sabayon, topped with delicate candied fennel

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  Crispy shallots and peanuts on rice noodles

  Matt Tebbutt makes the most of a store cupboard staple and turns it into a delicious South East Asian noodle dish for two

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  Cheesecake with strawberries and balsamic vinegar

  Strawberries and balsamic vinegar were made for each other, as Frank Bordoni's irresistible cheesecake reveals