Moderate

You need to cook 1kg pumpkin for the amount of mashed pumpkin needed. You can decorate this cake with Chinese candied ginger strips, available from Asian grocers. Note

Biscotti can be stored in an airtight container for up to 4 weeks. Note

Chermoula spice mix (chermoula spice blend) is a North African spice blend that gives a spicy Moroccan flavour to food. It is a blend of cumin, paprika, turmeric, cayenne pepper, garlic, onion, parsley, salt and pepper and is available from specialty spice shops and most major supermarkets. Note

You need one trimmed corn cob to get the amount of corn kernels required for this recipe; canned corn kernels or frozen corn kernels, if you prefer. Note

It’s best to make the broth the day before you eat the soup, so that it can chill long enough for the fat to solidify on top. Scoop it away and discard it for a clear broth. Recipe is not suitable to freeze. Note

Pinky bunny is a small cute cake, ­just enough for a small cute person’s birthday. You’ll have ½ cup of the cake mixture left over, enough for another mini loaf. Note

The sherbet is also delicious served on its own as a dessert. Do ahead: Make the sherbet up to 2 days ahead; cover and freeze until required. You will need to start this recipe the day before. Note

Lighten up a take-away favourite with this delicious coconut batter fish and chips. We've used unrefined coconut oil to provide good fats, and kumara for the chips for lower GI, complex carbs.

This yummy potato dish works well as a side, a starter, finger food or a bring-a-plate contribution. It can also be adapted to a vegetarian-only option.

Use cooking chocolate, but work quickly when tinting and feathering, as it may set faster than eating chocolate. Make ahead: Assemble the cake 1 hour before serving. Store in the fridge. Note

Toasted fregola salad with salmon, asparagus and pine nuts

Seafood curry

Sweet and crumbly, this divine apple crumble cake is beautiful enjoyed warm or cold for afternoon tea.

A winning dish worthy of any dinner party guests. Delicate veal is poached in a fragrant white wine sauce and served with a wonderfully creamy tuna and anchovy dressing and a fresh salad.