Sabrina Ghayour is an Iranian-born, self- taught home cook- turned-chef, cookery teacher and food writer. She made her name hosting the hugely popular ‘Sabrina’s Kitchen’ supper club in London, specialising in Persian and Middle Eastern flavour; think set menus, candlelight, tastes and aromas mixing in one delicious and fortifying experience.

This cookbook is a treat for the senses and plays considerable homage to the joy of a shared meal. At my place we have fallen in love with the small dishes such as the ‘flavour bomb beans on toast’ and ‘courgette, apple and peanut and feta salad with basil and pul biber (Aleppo pepper flakes)’. The trick here is not to be frightened of bold flavours, but to jump on board and use that rosewater, those cumin seeds and feta cheese with confidence. And do not forget to light those candles!

Chris Gordon is the community engagement and programming manager at Readings