Winter

Icebergs' pastry chef Jaclyn Koludrovic shares the recipe for her sweet ricotta dessert, which is best served with quinces poached low-and-slow.

It's not a strictly traditional recipe, but pastry chef Jaclyn Koludrovic's crostata will still have you coming back for seconds.

Veal cutlets really are special. Italian butchers will prepare them so they’re quite thin. Alternatively, ask for flattened-out veal slices from the leg.

Anchovy butter spread under the skin makes roast chicken, a winter favourite, even better, and the greens soak up all the juices.

This is such a special dish and a good reason to keep a packet of frozen spanner crab meat ready in case guests arrive unexpectedly for dinner.

This Italian dessert is endlessly versatile. Use whatever fruit is in season - just be sure to serve it piping hot.