The perfect winter breakfast: a warm, spiced fruit compote served over oatmeal.

Star shaped cookies – not only for Christmas, but delicious for an afternoon treat.

A simple,lightly spiced poached pears in sweet wine. It’s a perfect dessert for post-Christmas entertaining.

Simple, classic Mulled Wine, varené Víno. (in English and Slovak)

These are so delicious, easy to make, and look Christmasy. Try these star shaped pops made with just biscuits.

A warm winter alcoholic drink made from bourbon, lemon, ginger, cinnamon, star anise and cardamom.

Star topped mince pies to celebrate Stir up Sunday. It’s already Christmas in our household.

Beef rendang (in Polish)

Pickled red cabbage is perfect with the roasted duck for Christmas. (in Danish)

Bahn Mi meatloaf sliders

Lemon Pull-Apart Bread with a tart lemon glaze.

Delicious homemade buns in star shape, so cute! (in Danish)

A very strange, but deliciously fascinating dessert. Vietnamese Flan called Bahn Gan. Translation?… “Liver Cake”

Pears poached in apple and orange juice spiced with cinnamon and star anise. Served with cardamom spiced ricotta cream.

Danish “Smørrebrød” – a growing trend

Overnight whole wheat yeast waffles with berries and strawberry syrup.

Blackberry jam (recipe in Czech)

These petit French cakes have been given an Arabic touch. Soft and moist, made with dates, cane sugar, orange and star anise.

A grown up dessert with spice-infused cherries, simple to make. Serve with ice-cream, sponge cake or yoghurt.

Thai Iced Tea Ice Cream & Vegan Ginger Ice Cream Sandwich with both chocolate & condensed milk cookies.

How would you like a freshly baked muffin every morning? King Arthur Flour Baker’s Companion has shown me how with these All-Star Muffins!

These are Star Squash and boy, have I found the best way to prepare them!