“Cooking for two on Valentine’s Day gives you a chance to make a bit more of an effort and seek out some special ingredients without breaking the bank. There’s a rhythm and calmness I love about cooki

If I was to picture one scene that really brings me deep happiness, it would be the sight of my friends and family around our table at home sharing a meal I’ve cooked for them. Why does it bring me so

The weather outside may be frightful, but this easy menu is delightful – and the perfect way to treat good friends

SERVES 4-6 PREP 25 mins plus cooling and at least 1 hr chilling COOK 2 hrs 15 mins MORE EFFORT ❄ 2 tbsp ras el hanout1 lemon, zested4 garlic cloves, crushed6 tbsp olive oil4 lamb shanks (about 1.5kg)2

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MAKES 4 PREP 15 mins plus 1 hr chilling COOK 8 mins EASY V 1 large Cox apple, peeled, cored and finely chopped (about 155g prepared weight)300g blackberries rapeseed oil, for the moulds6 slices of who