Claire Thomson

These easy-to-make summer sandwiches are perfect for a family lunch in the garden or a picnic by the river.

Gin fans will love this festive alternative to your classic G&T by chef and food writer Claire Thomson.

These sturdy biscotti by chef and food writer Claire Thomson can be dunked into a cup of tea or coffee, or better still, into a glass of sweet wine or fizz as they do in Italy.

These figs rolls by chef and food writer Claire Thomson are a world away from the shop-bought version. A heady mix of spices and orange complements the figs beautifully.

These stained-glass biscuits shaped as robins are the perfect Christmas gift – chef and food writer Claire Thomson shows you how to make them.

Add a touch of magic to your Christmas party with this festive drink by chef and food writer Claire Thomson.

Enjoy a taste of Christmas with this festive spiced rum drink by chef and food writer Claire Thomson.

Combine eggs, spinach and clotted cream to create a delicious vegetarian supper – and don't forget the crusty bread.

This squash gratin is the perfect recipe for an autumn dinner

A fiery trio of ginger biscuits, ginger cordial and crystallised ginger complements the juicy plums and toasted almonds in this delicious summer-autumn dessert .

Use up some of those fresh summer tomatoes with this easy recipe to make a crisp, golden cobbler

This tasty loaf is the perfect way to use up your glut of summer courgettes.

Fresh, flavoursome and seasonal, this easy potato salad is the perfect dish for a sunny, spring day.

British asparagus spears are hand-harvested in spring – celebrate the start of the growing season with this perfect tart.

These delicious brownies, topped with in-season pears, are easy to make and perfect for winter baking.

Spring is the perfect time to celebrate the egg, says Claire Thomson. This tempting, family-friendly recipe makes great use of this versatile and ubiquitous ingredient.

Why not try something different for your choice of dessert? The meringue's crunchiness is mixed with the zest of lemon and is finished with the topping of whipped cream, creating a mouth watering taste that should not be missed.

Sweet, crumbly and heavenly light, these moreish macaroons are easy to bake, and could easily become the new family favourite at Easter!

Spelt is an ancient grain with a nutty attractive flavour. These plump cooked grains flatter the sweet cooked parsnip, bitter radicchio and the walnuts. Adding grains to gratin dishes can give ballast and easily swell a dish to feed more mouths.

Malt extract is a terrific store-cupboard ingredient. An unrefined syrup made from sprouted barley, it is dark brown, thick and sticky, with a distinctive, sweet malty flavour. Surprise your guests this Christmas with this tasty twist on roasted carrots.