Celebrate the good times

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

Have lots of foodies on your gift list? Treat your friends and family to these thoughtful edible homemade gifts

Expect lots of admiring comments when you round off your celebratory meal with an impressive prep-ahead dessert

Get the mixing bowls out for traditional cakes and bakes that will fill your home with warming aromas as they cook

■ Serves 4 ■ Prep 30 mins ■ Cook 50 mins 4 large field mushrooms4 tbsp olive oil1 garlic clove, chopped400g spinach leavesflour, for dusting1 tbsp thyme leaves500g block all-butter puff pastry140g sti

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