Gabriella Llamas’ classic dark chocolate olive oil mousse.

A classic French Tarte Tatin using pears instead of apples.

Classic French profiteroles filled with whipped cream and covered in chocolate ganache.

An ancient, custard-like dessert flavoured with almond and orange, and served with apricot compote.

A variation on the classic pound cake using chocolate and toasted coconut.

Home-made chocolate mint ice cream without an ice cream machine

A simple country-style French cake made with apricots and sugar.

This tart is made with sour cream, and the result is a satisfying creamy dessert that I classify as comfort food.

A Spanish twist on the classic Tiramisu.

A spiced chocolate Devil’s Food cake.

Three ideas for homemade Christmas gifting - flavoured meringues, marzipan chocolate figs and a refreshing tea.

A golden coloured cake, unlike the dark, more traditional Christmas cakes.

A raspberry flavoured pavlova served with whipped cream and peaches.

Spiced fruit and nut loaf served with a sweet orange glaze.

A homemade and versatile pouring custard flavoured with vanilla.

An old family favourite, of which I make endless flavour variations.

Citrusy iced mandarin sponge cake filled with whipped cream.

A classic French lemon tart always pleases.