Seasonal & festive recipes

Happy Haggis

Haggis is usually made from sheep guts, but of course ours is veggie, hence the recipe title. The preparation and cooking can…

Hazelnut Truffles

Rich and luxurious chocolate truffles. A decadent, roasted hazelnut smothered in dark chocolate. The perfect treat for all occasions, not just Christmas…

Hot Plum Compote with Cinnamon

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Imam Biyaldi (The Imam Fainted)

Made with the finest olive oil, this magical dish has been a favourite at special occasions throughout Turkey and beyond ever since…

Jollof Rice

You could add vegetables to the jollof rice to make it more colourful – such as peas, sweetcorn or finely chopped peppers.…

Kale, Chestnut & Mushroom Pie

Perfect on a cold December evening.

Leek and Cheese Crumble

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Leek and Cheese Muffins

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Leek and Potato Soup

*For vegans use dairy-free soft ‘cheese’ such as Swedish Soft or Tofutti.For V for Life’s position statement on vegetarianism and veganism, please click…

M’hancha

This is a sweet treat made from filo pastry filled with chopped dried fruits, sugar and vanilla, then rolled up and baked.…

Martin Shaw’s Christmas Pudding

One of Viva! Patron Martin Shaw’s favourites! Don’t let the ingredients or cooking time put you off making this pudding – the…

Mincemeat Muffins