No cooking required

Try this cheats version of a Croquembouche

store cake pops in an airtight container at a cool room temperature until ready to serve. They will keep for up to a week. Note

For this cocktail we used canned passionfruit in syrup, which is available from supermarkets Note

You can use any flavoured jam or honey. If you don’t have toasted muesli, chop up a muesli bar instead. Note

For these delicious sandwiches, use barbecued chicken breast with the skin removed, leftover roast chicken, or pan-fried or poached chicken breast. This would also be great in a sandwich made with multigrain bread.

None of are too grown-up for an ice-cream sundae. Especially ones that look as good as these.

There's no cooking required for this stunning, delicious berry-swirled cheesecake tart.

This marinade is absolutely delicious served with beef, lamb or pork. Hot potatoes can also be tossed through as a dressing.

This goes well with fish, prawns, pork and chicken. Note

Honey may contain harmful bacteria and is not recommended for children under one year old. Note

Layout a full afternoon tea spread of little cakes, scones with jam and cream and these divinely spicy crab, avocado and cucumber sandwiches.

The ultimate summer cocktail, this watermelon cosmo is sweet with juice and zesty with lime.

With layers of sponge, cheesecake filling, berries and custard, this delicious trifle is sure to impress.

Add a taste of Japan to your evening and serve these nibbles with drinks for an easy snack before a dinner party.

White Christmas is taken to the next level with these sweet treats in the shape of mini Christmas trees.

Not suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

Decorate cake pops on the day of serving. Note

Ginger cleans, stimulates and rejuvenates the digestive system. Note

Wiping the knife with a damp cloth will make cutting the sushi roll easier. You need a sushi or bamboo mat, available from Asian food stores and most supermarkets for this recipe. Nori is a type of dried seaweed used in Japanese cooking as a flavouring, garnish or for sushi. It is sold in thin […]

Delight the kids with this classic childhood favourite, home made lemonade ice-blocks.

These spicy oysters are sure to win over your guests at a barbeque or cocktail party. You can make the spicy dressing in the morning and dress the oysters just prior to serving.

YOU WILL NEED TO START THIS RECIPE 1 WEEK A HEAD. SERVE THIS COCKTAIL TOPPED WITH A PINCH OF GROUND NUTMEG OR CINNAMON, AND HALF A CINNAMON STICK TO STIR. THE RESERVED FIGS WILL BE QUITE BOOZY AFTER SOAKING IN VODKA FOR A WEEK. YOU CAN EITHER DISCARD THEM OR KEEP THEM FOR ANOTHER USE. […]

Silverbeet, shallots, carrot and mushrooms can be combined several hours ahead. Keep covered in refrigerator. Add dressing and noodles just before serving. Note

Like mushrooms, witlof is grown in the dark to retain its pale colour. Sometimes spelled witloof, and in some places known as belgian endive or chicory, this versatile and bittersweet vegetable is as good eaten cooked as it is raw. You need to purchase a large barbecued chicken, weighing approximately 900g, for this recipe. Note

Get a green boost from this healthy, energising freshly made silver beet and apple juice.

This recipe can be made a day ahead, but hold off on adding the ginger ale until just before serving. Note

This recipe can be made a week ahead. Note

store in an airtight container in the freezer until ready to serve. Ice-cream pops will keep for up to a week. Make the ice-cream pops 1 or 2 days ahead. Use rounded ice-cube trays if possible. Note

Serve with salads that shouldn’t be overpowered by olive oil. Note

Give yourself a healthy dose of 'good morning' with this delicious fresh sunrise smoothie. Full of a healthy dose of vitamin C and energy rich banana, you'll be set up for the entire day.

The key to making a success of the meal on a big day is all about planning and preparation. If you’re not already a list-maker, become one; having a list will make everything seem so much easier. The special meals, like this wonderful lobster dish, will come together nicely.

Full of flavour and pretty as a picture, these prawn sandwiches are perfect for a fancy high tea.

Vegetable juicing is vital to good health because it is an important source of raw food. We all need raw foods every day for optimum health, and juicing is an excellent way to satisfy the health requirements in a taste- tantilising way. Note

This delicious open sandwich is great for breakfast, lunch and everything in-between. The combination of creamy scrambled eggs and nutty Middle-Eastern spices is a match made in heaven.

Elegance and simplicity is what this stunning cake is all about. The styrofoam discs are used to support the flowers between each layer. Use artificial flowers, if you prefer.

These crispbreads with cheesy carrot and sultana filling make a great sandwich substitute for a healthy lunchbox.

Tasty tuna mixed with mayonnaise and sweet corn, plus ripe avocado and baby spinach, make this delicious lunch wrap a great way to get a protein hit with a side of iron in the middle of the day.

Low-fat yoghurt and crushed weetbix make this brekky berry smoothie a complete breakfast in its own right.

Every mouthful is a delight when you pass around these little strawberry liqueur surprises. You can choose whichever liqueur you prefer to flavour the cream, or even make a few different versions.

You can make this divine passionfruit and banana sundae using your own meringues, or with a packet of ready-made mini-pavlova shells. Either way, it's a quick, fruity and delicious dessert any night of the week.

Cool, fresh and fruity, this tasty kiwi and mint frappe makes the ultimate drink for a hot Summer's day.

Refreshing and full of flavour, this peach and raspberry juice is also pretty good spiked with a dash of vodka or white rum.

If you're looking for a simple, tasty and appealing platter for a party then marinated baby bocconcini with prosciutto is your friend. Salty meat wrapped around mild, sweet cheese and spiked with basil. Perfect.

Creamy, garlicky tzatziki is fabulous served with roast lamb or on kebabs, but also as a dip with a pile of crisp, freshly cut vegetables, crackers or twists.

Nutty parmesan is the perfect accompaniment to fresh, crisp sliced fennel.

Lighter than custard, lemon chiffon cream adds a citrus kick to this fruity mango trifle. Revel in some old-fashioned indulgence with layers of jelly, fruit, sponge fingers and cream.

There's nothing like a piece of homemade rocky road, and the best thing is that you can play around with the ingredients, adding more or less of your favourite bits or choosing to use a different type of nut.

Two dozen oysters on shaved ice topped with our red wine vinegar or spicy lime dressing is a perfect party platter.

Sweet, fruity and zesty, this pineapple, passionfruit and coconut dish is beautiful enjoyed on it's own or with a dollop of cream or ice-cream.

Bruschetta is one of those classic dishes that's welcome at just about any meal, from a late breakfast to a late night snack. This garlicky goat's cheese version is a creamy, tasty winner.

This simple little bitter lettuce salad is the perfect side dish to serve with rich stews and pies.

Like a pared back version of Eton mess, with strawberries alone rather than a mix of berries, this strawberry meringue cream also has a shot of liqueur to spice things up.

These little cherry tomato and marinated bocconcini skewers pack a whole lot of flavour into each tiny bite-sized piece. They're the perfect vegetarian inclusion on a cocktail party menu.

This chocolate nougat frozen parfait is incredibly simple to make, but is bound to impress. A great way to end a special dinner party.

Packed with spicy vegetables, juicy chicken and seasoning, whip up this salad in fifteen minutes.

Smoked chicken lends its unique taste to this crisp pear and radicchio salad with a red wine vinaigrette. If the flavour of smoked chicken isn't a favourite, use a store-bought barbecue chicken in its place.

Light, fresh and packed full of goodness, this tasty Thai salmon salad is perfect for those watching their weight or looking for a healthy lunch option.

Enjoy this cheeky adult's only fruit dish on it's own with ice-cream or cream, or drizzled atop a slice of cake. These beautiful vodka soaked cherries last indefinitely and make a perfect Christmas gift.

The delicate flavour of tarragon is beautiful paired with the bitter leaves of a mixed mesclun salad.

This elegant berry nougat cheesecake is dreamy, creamy and irresistible. Just the ticket for a fancy afternoon tea.

A chicken, celery and avocado sandwich is packed with protein and good fats, an excellent option for school lunches.

Dried mix fruit is the perfect healthy snack for the kids to nibble on at school or at home.

Three of the finest fish on the market served up as carpaccio, tuna, kingfish and salmon each come with their own dressing to maximise the taste sensations of this dish.

Putting a tropical twist on the traditional Italian tiramisu, the combination of sweet mango and zesty passionfruit will keep your loved ones coming back for more.

Hot-smoked trout is exactly what it sounds like, trout that has been cured in a hot smoker, a method that is used to preserve fish, meat, cheese and nuts while bestowing a distinctive flavour of wood-smoke.

Fresh, fruity and sweet, this gorgeous passionfruit panna cotta and mango dessert is perfect for entertaining guests or an indulgent weekend treat.

This herbaceous and light Thai chicken and lychee salad is a study in contrasts, of both flavour and texture; tender and crisp, sweet and spicy, it's got it all.

Smooth, sweet and glossy, here is a recipe for royal icing that you can use on your cakes, cupcakes and desserts.

This is a cold, fruity and deliciously moreish party punch that, funnily enough, packs a bit of a punch. We used a traminer riesling for this recipe, but you can use any medium-dry white.

Made from a combination of ricotta cheese and whipped cream studded with chocolate and candied peel and topped with chocolate curls, this Sicilian cheesecake recipe is a delight.

It’s important to buy sashimi-quality fish for this recipe. We used kingfish as well as the tuna and salmon in this recipe. Ask your fishmonger for the best sashimi-quality white fish available that day. Note

Kick start your morning with this super healthy and nutritious fruit and veg juice. We've added ginger for extra zing and antioxidants.

It is fine to use just 1 x 300ml carton of cream for this recipe. Note

You can use char-grilled capsicum from a jar, if you prefer. Note

This goes well with prawns, chicken and pork. Note

If the chocolate topping is too firm to cut, stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. This is very easy to make but impressive. It can also be served as a dessert with vanilla ice-cream. Note

50cm-square prepared cake board. Most children love lamingtons. We’ve used a lot of them to make this spectacular pyramid ­ just watch it be devoured. Don’t forget a desert-sand coloured background. For an Egyptian-themed party have the guests come in fancy dress. Note

Equipment 35cm (14-inch) round wooden cake board 20cm (8-inch) round wooden cake board 15cm (6-inch) round wooden cake board Smoothing tools 6 wooden skewers Fine long wooden skewer Silicone flower mould Small metal spatula 4 small piping bags Small (number 2) plain piping tube Silicone moulds come in myriad shapes and sizes. The mould we […]

This beautifully sweet dish combines fluffy brioche, creamy mascarpone cheese and fresh mixed berries to create this indulgent breakfast dish, perfect for the weekend!

Be careful when working with silken tofu as it is very soft and breaks easily. Use a mix of basil and mint leaves if you cannot find japanese mint. Note

Refreshing raspberry, yoghurt and strawberry terrine with a sweet berry and fresh mint salad - a show-stopping dessert for your next dinner party!

You will need two medium mangoes (860g) for this recipe. Note

Ready-made seasoned bean-curd skins and seasoned gourd (kampyo) strips are available from Asian specialist grocery stores. For rice vinegared water, add 1 tablespoon rice vinegar to medium bowl of cold water. Note