Salads

You could prepare the potatoes in advance – just reheat in the oven on the day and dress with the vinaigrette when ready to serve

Don’t spend money on expensive vinegars when making pickles. White distilled malt vinegar works well with spices, and it won’t cloud the colour if you’re using a heavily pigmented vegetable

Sharp pickled walnuts and tangy feta contrast the sweetness of roasted shallots in this flavour-packed salad to share

Slightly firm pears work best in this simple, elegant salad. The honey caramelised pears are delicious warm but can be prepared a couple of hours ahead along with the toasted hazelnuts and dressing

Roasting the chicory mellows some of its natural bitterness, especially when paired with blood orange segments and salty roasted pecans