WHO SAID DINNER WAS THE MAIN EVENT? CLODAGH MCKENNA’S TWIXMAS BRUNCH IDEAS MIGHT PERSUADE YOU OTHERWISE…

Here’s a great sharing brunch for a crowd. Make all the soft cheese spreads a few days before, then on the day, simply toast the bagels and add your favourite toppings. SERVES 10-12 PREP 30 mins COOK

Wake up on the right side of the bed with these gorgeous recipes from Jonathan Arana-Morton of The Breakfast Club

Need midweek meal inspiration? These recipes have a little something for everyone, and are ready in 60 minutes or less

My smashed potato salad went viral on social media last year, and I’m always looking for innovative ways to use potatoes – here, they’re a great stand-in for a pastry case. SERVES 6-8 PREP 15 mins COO

It’s not a party without an all-star buffet line-up…