I love the flavour combination of zingy, zesty orange and sweet, aromatic cardamom and this rich, satisfying cake showcases them perfectly.

Samosas are one of the most popular snacks in India. Growing up, we used to have at least one almost every evening. The ideal pastry for the samosa will have a bit of crunch but it should also melt in the mouth.

Carrot Halwa is a sweet Indian dessert made by cooking grated carrots in a pot with butter, milk and spices. Traditionally enjoyed in South Asia, particularly during festivals and special occasions, carrot halwa is often served warm or hot, sometimes with ice cream. Delicious and simple, it also makes an excellent sweet tart filling.

Channa Masala is a North Indian curried dish made with chickpeas, onions, tomatoes, spices and herbs. Although it’s a vegetarian dish, you’ll probably be surprised by how flavourful and hearty it is.

cardamom. You can make this dessert even more special, by adding some dark chocolate to it.

These cute little pumpkin-shaped and pumpkin-filled loaves are ideal for autumn and would look great on a dinner party table. What’s more, they’re vegan.

Some fun baking for spooky season combining the delicious flavour of pumpkin spice with some bat-shaped crunchiness!

These Pumpkin Spice Cookies with chocolate chunks are quick and easy to make and an absolute delight to enjoy in the autumn weather.

This is one of my favourite types of bread – a delicious bread made with spice. I like to think it these as a distant cousin of the cinnamon roll, but better!