Jewish classics reimagined

Christmas is my favourite time of year and, while I’m Jewish and love the traditions that are involved in that, I always refer to myself as ‘“Jew-ishÓ, because I don’t practice the religion, so to spe

For a twist on the classic lebkuchen, these chewy cookies are spiced with fragrant cardamom while brown butter gives them a nutty edge. MAKES around 35-40 PREP 35 mins plus 1 hr chilling and 1 hr sett

This impressive plan-ahead Christmas lunch from Flora Shedden is a mouthwatering mix of traditional recipes and deliciously unexpected flavours

Czech cuisine is bold. Despite being a country not widely known for its gastronomy, boy, does the food speak volumes. It is accidentally seasonal and serendipitously simple. The flavours are similar t

■ Serves 10 ■ Prep 10 mins ■ Cook 1 hr 45 mins 2 tbsp olive oil2 tbsp butter2 red onions, grated2 garlic cloves, crushed2 tbsp grated ginger1 red cabbage, tough stalkdiscarded and finely sliced1 cooki

This is easy to knock together for a weeknight dinner, but also smart enough for any last-minute guests. SERVES 4-6 PREP 15 mins COOK 45 mins EASY ❄ 50g dried breadcrumbs 100g feta in brine 400g lamb