Christmas tapas trees

SERVES 6 PREP 20 mins plus chilling NO COOK EASY 50ml gin2½ tsp dry vermouth1 lemon, zested and juiced90g pitted green olives from a jar,plus 1 tbsp of the brinelarge pinch of caster sugar3 tbsp extra

Craving spice and bold flavours? This is the menu you!

MEXICAN COOKING DOESN’T HAVE TO BE COMPLICATED – WITH THESE RECIPES, THOMASINA MIERS SHOWS HOW TO HARNESS THE POWER OF SIMPLE INGREDIENTS TO CREATE A FEAST WITH LATIN FLAVOUR

Crowd-pleasing dishes inspired by summer travels

THE MENU ✱ Crispy fried Manchego salad ✱ Aubergine and bean dip ✱ Baked rice with pork ribs ✱ Orange-roasted peaches This vibrant salad makes a refreshing starter, or side dish for a meaty main. SERVE

Chorizo adds a touch of spice to this tasty twist on an all-time classic. SERVES 4 PREP 10 MINS COOK 11 MINS ✱ 120g diced chorizo ✱ 500g turkey leg mince ✱ 1tsp smoked paprika ✱4 slices good melting c