Crowd pleasers

Make hearty dishes for hungry Twixmas guests with Alison Roman’s smart storecupboard recipes

Winter suppers with family and friends are made even more special with Clodagh McKenna’s delicious, easy and feel-good recipes

SERVES 4 | PREP 10 MINS | COOK 25 MINS | EASY 2 tbsp olive oil225g halloumi, coarsely grated150g brussels sprouts, thinly sliced1 tsp ras el hanout100g swiss chard, stems roughly chopped, leaves shred

Food and recipes have always offered comfort to Diana Henry. As she brings out a book celebrating her life as a food writer, she reveals how festive cooking brings her the most joy of all

Ease into the New Year with slow mornings and restful days, preparing these deliciously nostalgic Irish dishes that are the epitome of comfort eatin

VFL regular Katy is an author, food writer, cookery tutor and recipe developer. She has a passion for seasonal ingredients, vibrant food and fuss-free home cooking. Pickled vegetables such as red onio