Celebrate diwali

Chef Maunika Gowardhan showcases a variety of traditional regional dishes, passed down through generations

A moreish flavour combination of coconut, ginger and green chilli with toasty-herby za’atar. If you have leftover quinoa, try it baked in baby aubergines, whole roasted onions or even whole mild chill

January might be chilly, but it’s filled with gorgeous root vegetables and fruits. Celebrate with hearty recipes that prove flavour doesn’t fade with the frost

Pearl barley creates robust, nutty texture and, while it takes longer to cook than rice, it’s worth the effort. Dairy adds richness – we’ve gone for a triple hit with brown butter, mascarpone and goat

SERVES 4 PREP 30 mins COOK 1 hr 20 mins EASY ❄ ragu 2 duck breasts, skin removed2 tbsp olive oil1 onion, finely chopped1 tsp fennel seeds2 garlic cloves1 bay leaf½ small pack parsley, leaves picked,st

Curry leaf tomatoes on yogurt with bombay mix Hariyali (green masala) prawn and saffron pulao Chocolate, miso and sesame self-saucing pudding When I’m hosting I want dishes that can be made ahead of t