Christmas is a special time when family and friends come together to laugh, love and feast. Make your festive celebrations extra special with these amazing recipes

Who says you have to sacrifice taste when you’re watching your diet. If you’re keen on shedding some weight, but don’t intend to neglect your taste buds, we’ve got just the dishes for you. One serving for any of these recipes is under 300 calories!

Want to take your Lunar New Year feasting up a level this year?

Whether you’re craving a rich feed or watching your waistline, there are delish choices to suit your mood .

With its hearty flavours, the Spanish rice favourite is a wonderful dish to enjoy with friends and family

After modern Australian restaurant Whitegrass opened at Chijmes in 2016, the fine-dining circle waxed lyrical.

Swop the greasy takeout for a lunchbox and eat clean al-desko with these chef-endorsed (read: really yummy) recipes. They take a little effort, but they’re worth it – we promise.

Chefs get creative with popiah, tuna sashimi and Sichuan peppers at these three new restaurants.

Lost for ideas on what to take to that Christmas potluck party? We’ve got you covered with these…

Prep 15 mins • Cook 25 mins • Serves 4 to 6.

Chefs Tiew Boon Wee and Chris Eng share their recipes for these famous zi char treats. You’ll be surprised by how easy they are to cook at home.

In a wok or a large frying pan, heat oil on high. Stir-fry prawns in batches, 2 to 3 mins each, until completely changed colour. Remove. 2 In same wok, stir-fry onion, ginger and shrimp paste 1 to 2 mins until onion is tender. Return prawns to wok with sauces, sugar, chilli and pepper, stir-frying 1 min. 3 Add beans and spinach to wok. Stir-fry 1 to 2 mins until spinach begins to wilt. Serve with rice and mint.

Celebrate the Festival of Eid with traditional dishes given a fresh, modern and healthier twist

Prep 15 mins (plus marinating) • Cook 15 mins • serves 4

Prep 15 mins / Cook 6 mins (plus overnight marinating) / Serves 6 -8