Special occasion recipe ideas

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Mark special celebrations with something cooked from the heart – from birthday and wedding cakes, to seasonal favourites, and calendar events, create the perfect party menu.

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Chinese New Year recipes

Celebrate Chinese New Year with with our best ever Chinese-style sharing dishes, sides and desserts, including steamed buns, sticky char siu and stir fries
Burns Night recipes

Take your tastebuds on a Highland fling with classic Burns Night dishes including haggis, neeps and tatties and cranachan, plus other Scottish-inspired dishes.
Burns Night leftover recipes

Make the most of leftover Burns Night potatoes, haddock, haggis and swede with our easy recipes. Try breakfasts, soups, pies, pasta dishes and more.
Pancake Day recipes

All the best pancake recipes you need for Pancake Day 2026, including sweet and savoury toppings from classic lemon & sugar crêpes to rainbow pancakes.
St Patrick's Day recipes

Celebrate St Patrick's Day with some of our favourite Irish recipes, including soda bread, Guinness chocolate puddings and Irish stew.
St Patrick's Day cocktail

Mix up a mouthwatering St Patrick's Day cocktail to celebrate with friends. Try a classic whiskey sour, an easy party punch or a porter and champagne.
Easy Valentine's Day

Our easy Valentine's Day recipes are perfect for building a delicious, romantic menu. From steak to seafood, we have plenty of ideas for serving up something special.
Valentine's Day cupcake recipes

Bake something sweet for someone special with our best ever Valentine's Day cupcake recipes. Try indulgent red velvet cakes or make a brilliant bouquet.
Valentine's Day cake

Express your passion in the form of baked goods. From a romantic hidden heart loaf and molten chocolate sponges to dainty fairy cakes, your other half will be blown away.
Valentine's Day steak recipes

Choose from our best ever Valentine's Day steak recipes for a stunning meal you can make in a flash. Serve with chunky chips and a simple sauce.
Valentine's Day brunch

Try our most romantic collection of indulgent waffles, tasty baked eggs and fluffy pancakes with all the trimmings, perfect for a lazy Valentine's Day brunch
Vegan Valentine's Day

Treat your Valentine to one of our extra-special vegan recipes. From luxurious linguine and vibrant vegetable mains to perfect pancakes, these dishes are sure to impress.
Valentine's Day

Get Valentine's Day ideas for the perfect night in. Recipes include seafood starters, steak, creamy pasta, wholesome curries, indulgent tortes and rich chocolate puddings.
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Exclusive Valentine's Day recipes. This is a premium piece of content available to subscribed users.

Is there any better way to steal someone's heart than with the labour of good food? We think not! These recipes are exclusive to Good Food premium members and are perfect for a night in for two.
Healthy Valentine's Day

Whip up a romantic meal for two with our healthy Valentine's Day dinner recipes. Try an indulgent seafood supper, sumptuous steak or special spaghetti.
Valentine's Day cocktail

Mix up some drinks to complete your romantic meal with our simple Valentine's Day cocktail recipes. Try a passion fruit martini or vibrant pink negroni.
50 Valentine's Day starter recipes

Create a sumptuous Valentine's Day starter using one of our simple recipes for two. We have plenty of ideas from salads to seafood, baked cheese and more
Budget Valentine's Day recipes

There's no need to spend a fortune on a special meal this Valentine's Day with our romantic, budget-friendly recipes for two. Make storecupboard spaghetti or marvellous mussels.
Valentine's Day dessert

Impress someone special with a delectable dessert on Valentine's Day. Choose from our tempting selection of chocolate fondants, tarts, puddings and more.
St David's Day recipes

Celebrate St David's Day on 1 March with our Welsh-inspired recipes, from classic Welsh cakes and bara brith to modern twists on the traditional like rarebit muffins.
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Exclusive Mother's Day recipes. This is a premium piece of content available to subscribed users.

Treat mum to something delicious this Sunday with our exclusive app-only Mother's Day recipes. Whether it be breakfast in bed, classic cakes or three-course dinner inspiration, we've got it covered.
Persian New Year recipes

Celebrate Persian New Year with these flavourful sharing dishes, perfect for a family feast. Fill your table with pops of colour and sensational spices
Father's Day

Treat your dad to something extra-special this Father's Day – our recipes include kid-friendly bakes, roast dinners and the ultimate luxury, breakfast in bed.
Bank holiday recipes

Put on a Bank Holiday weekend spread with recipes for seasonal quiches, vibrant salads, lazy barbecues, easy roasts and sweet treats.

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