Wings are my weakness, and I was convinced the air fryer wouldn’t do them justice. I was wrong. These Korean-inspired wings come out crispy, sticky, and packed with that addictive sweet-salty heat- no deep fryer needed. Tossed in a luscious glaze and served with a punchy kimchi slaw, they’re the perfect mix of crunch and zing. 

Chocolate Lava Cake is more of a pudding if I’m honest, it’s rich, indulgent, and has that perfect molten center that oozes out when you dig in. The best part is that you can make the batter ahead of time and just pop it in the oven when you’re ready, meaning you can focus on enjoying your evening instead of fussing over dessert. Serve it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, and you’ve got a foolproof Valentine’s Day winner. 

Pork fillet can be a bit of a tricky one- overcook it and you're left with something resembling shoe leather. But in the air fryer it’s a game-changer. This Blackened Citrus Pork Bowl is a revelation, with the pork coming out tender, juicy, and packed with smoky, zesty flavour. Paired with a fresh salsa verde and piled onto rice or greens, it’s the kind of meal that feels fancy but takes next to no effort. And that’s exactly what I need after a long day of parenting chaos.

If you’re going big this Valentine’s, Côte De Boeuf is the way to do it. For the uninitiated, it’s basically a fancy ribeye on the bone- thick, juicy, and packed with flavour. It’s proper celebration food, and the cut of choice on many restaurant menus these days. Pair it with Pommes Aligot (think mashed potatoes, but cheesier and silkier) and some green beans, and you’ve got yourself a restaurant-worthy meal without leaving the house. Light a candle or two, and you’re practically in Paris!

Roast Chicken with Herb Gnocchi is one of those brilliant quick-cooking ingredients that often gets overlooked in the weekly shop and instantly makes any dish feel special. With a creamy white wine sauce, it’s a dish that is just the right amount of fancy to impress without the stress.