Lisa Featherby

This is chef Colin Fassnidge's take on colcannon, Ireland's favourite mashed potato dish. Don't be afraid of the butter, and serve with plenty of crusty bread.

Made with sweet dried fruits, fragrant spices, a generous dash of booze and a token surprise or two - the Christmas pudding is the perfect finale to any festive family meal.

A near-perfect summertime pasta.

Three cheeses (count them), soft baked cauliflower and crisp breadcrumbs. Now that's a side dish.

Flavour and freshness with every bite.

Fire up the grill and keep the good times rolling.

Now that's a salad.

The best bit? There's no need to turn on the oven.

The staple bowl of noodles from the Sydney ramen house.

Sometimes all that's missing is a simple side dish. Creamed spinach is about as simple as it gets (and it goes with just about anything).