Get your grill on

Often, it’s the supporting roles that command the most attention – like these glorious starters, sides and sauces

Whether it’s festive nibbles with the neighbours or a full-scale NYE party, these drinks and canapés are sure to please all

Let your slow cooker do all the hard work with these comfort food classics

■ Serves 4 ■ Prep 5 mins ■ Cook 20 mins 5 tbsp olive oil1 tsp smoked paprika1 tsp cumin seeds400g can cherry tomatoes200g fresh cherry tomatoes2 garlic clovessmall bunch of parsleysmall bunch of basil

Enjoy these deliciously simple and quick-to-prepare recipes from Tim Wilson, founder of renowned sustainable butcher Ginger Pig, and food writer Rebecca Seal

Keep the stress (and cost!) of festive entertaining in check with prep-ahead freezer meals you can pull out as needed