Celebrate Easter with a vibrant twist on tradition and try these delicious recipes, which include a sprinkling of Middle Eastern spices and flavours

■ Serves 8 ■ Prep 30 mins plus 10 mins resting ■ Cook 1 hr 500g kale, thick stalks discarded and roughly chopped1 tbsp each butter and olive oil2 onions, chopped3 garlic cloves, finely chopped750g ric

Hosting a family do? Impress guests with twists on the classics, plus a pretty-in-pink pudding

Pop these delicious meals in the middle of the table so everyone can serve themselves. What’s not to love?

At the age of 90, our best-loved cook continues to tempt us with her delicious, fuss-free dishes – guaranteed crowd-pleasers and perfect for any occasion

In Lebanon, food is not simply eaten, it is shared, argued over, lingered on and remembered. From the mountains to the coast, and especially in Beirut, cooking is deeply tied to identity, hospitality