Melitzanes Imam Bayildi is one of my favorite dishes. Stuffed with a delicious sauce, the aubergines are slow cooked until they are fall apart tender.

Pumpkin seed pesto is just as good as the real deal. Nutty and creamy, it’s perfect for pasta, pizza, dressings and dips, or just slatherd on crusty bread.

Muhammara is a spicy Middle Eastern dip. It’s typically made of roasted red peppers, walnuts, olive oil, garlic, pomegranate molasses and chilli peppers.

Moutabbal is a Lebanese aubergine dip very similar to Baba Ganoush. It is made from the flesh of smoky grilled aubergines mixed with creamy, nuttty tahini.

This recipe for baked summer spiced plums is very versatile and easy to make. Serve with a dollop of tangy Greek yoghurt or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Colourful, attractive and bursting with flavour, a caprese salad is a great dish for any summer party. Though simple to prepare, it has the real wow factor.

These miso-glazed aubergines are not only vegetarian, but also vegan. Sticky, sweet and tangy, they are a great meat subsitutue for a barbecue or dinner.

Harissa paste is a hot and spicy red North African sauce. It is eaten as a condiment or added to dishes such as stews, sauces, soups or couscous.

Bring in 2020 with this festive watermelon gin fizz! Refreshing, fruity and colourful, it is the perfect celebration cocktail!

This stuffed calamari dish takes a little bit of time to make, but is definitely worth the effort. Serve it as an elegant starter or as a treat for supper.