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Coffee and Chocolate Brownies

Coffee and chocolate brownies

Rich, fudgy chocolate brownies made with used coffee grounds. A simple zero-waste recipe that transforms surplus coffee into a deeply

vegetable pakoras

Vegetable pakoras with roasted apple chutney

A zero-waste recipe using vegetable trimmings. These vegetable pakoras are a brilliant way to use up surplus veg and are

Fruit Tea Stock

Fruit Tea Stock (Zero‑Waste Smoothie Base)

A gently spiced fruit stock made from surplus fruit skins and trimmings. Naturally sweet, aromatic and perfect as a zero-waste

Miso‑marinated fried chicken

Miso‑marinated fried chicken

with Pickled Mooli and Spring Onion Crispy miso-marinated fried chicken served with sweet pickled mooli and fresh spring onions. A

Pitta breads

Pitta breads

Makes 6 pittas (approx. 120g each) Soft, fluffy homemade pitta breads with a perfect pocket. Delicious served warm and ideal

Baked Coffee Grounds Celeriac (Zero-Waste, Vegan-Friendly)

A surprising and sustainable way to use used coffee grounds, this baked celeriac sealed in a coffee crust delivers deep,

Miso Roasted Celeriac with Sesame, Seaweed & Nigella Seeds

This miso roasted celeriac is one of the simplest and most flavourful ways to prepare celeriac. Slow-baked until deeply caramelised,

Roast Swede Mash

A richer, sweeter alternative to traditional boiled swede mash. Roasting the swede in butter allows it to steam gently in

Burnt Apple Puree

This deeply caramelised apple purée tastes almost like toffee, yet it’s made using only apples. Slow roasting draws out the

Braised Red Cabbage

A classic winter side dish that’s sweet, tangy, and deeply comforting. Braised slowly until glossy and tender, this red cabbage

Leek, Celeriac and Cabbage Gratin

A comforting, seasonal winter vegetable gratin with soft layers beneath and a deeply golden, crisp top. Rich béchamel binds leeks,

Charred Aubergine Dip

Charred aubergine dip 

A smoky, creamy charred aubergine dip with lemon, olive oil and herbs. Simple, comforting and perfect for sharing. Serve at

whipped feta

Creamy whipped feta cheese salad (Tirokafteri) 

A creamy, tangy whipped feta salad inspired by classic tirokafteri. Smooth, savoury and perfect for sharing with warm bread. Serves

Panisse with creamed corn

Panisse with creamed corn, charred corn, and charred onion dressing

Panisse with creamed corn, charred corn, roasted chickpeas and a smoky charred onion dressing — a rich, textured sharing dish

New York Biscoff Cheesecake

Baked New York biscoff cheesecake 

A rich, creamy baked New York–style cheesecake with a crisp Biscoff biscuit base. Simple, indulgent and perfect for sharing 12

Spätzle

Spätzle with Delica squash purée, roasted beetroots and sprout tops.

2–3 people For the roasted squash purée For the spätzle For the roasted beetroot To finish (optional but recommended) 1.

sprouts

Crispy roasted sprouts with miso dressing and chilli crunch

A quick, punchy dish to make you fall back in love with Brussels sprouts. 2 people (as a side) For

mushrooms on toast

Glazed mushrooms on toast with celeriac purée and roast chestnuts

A rich, savoury, plant-based dish with deep umami flavour from mushrooms and Marmite, balanced by a creamy celeriac and chestnut

Carrot Pasta

Carrot pasta with roasted paprika carrots and carrot-top dressing

An all-carrot dish: fresh carrot pasta, a sweet carrot purée, roasted smoked-paprika carrots and an herbaceous carrot-top dressing. 2–3 people

Buffalo Hot Wings

Dulce de leche buffalo hot wings

Messy, sweet, sour, vinegary and spicy buffalo wings with a caramel twist. 4 (as a starter or sharing dish) For

Butternut squash

Hasselback Middle Eastern–Style Butternut Squash Tart

A festive tart with warming, Middle Eastern spices, creamy tahini yoghurt, and crunchy pomegranate. Fresh, lightly spiced, and perfect for

Chocolate pavlova

Dubai-inspired Chocolate Pavlova Christmas Wreath

A festive chocolate pavlova shaped like a wreath, topped with whipped cream, melted chocolate and pistachios. Inspired by Dubai Chocolate!

Spiced Rice Pudding Arancini

Spiced Rice Pudding Arancini with Cinnamon Sugar

Golden, crisp arancini filled with creamy, spiced rice pudding and rolled in cinnamon sugar for a warm, indulgent finish. For

Country-Fried Cauliflower

Country-fried cauliflower with gravy mayonnaise

Serves: 2–3Prep time: 15 minutesCook time: 15–20 minutes 1. Make the seasoned coatingIn a bowl, mix the flour, garlic powder,