This festive tart is the best way to make use of seasonal cherries.

"Do try to find sour cherries as I think the balance of sweet and sour works best here, otherwise it’s just sweet on sweet." – Danielle Alvarez

Nothing quite brings people together like the perfect rack of lamb.

This is an edited extract from Ombra: Recipes from the Salumi Bar by Carlo Grossi (Lantern, $39.99), on sale now.

Start Boxing Day with a bang with this french toast recipe. You'll have no excuses not to use up your leftover cherries and loaves.

"You could use plain icing for the base of this Black Forest cake, but the chocolate-and-cherry version is pure magic." – Phoebe Wood

This cherry and coconut pavlova is the stuff of Christmas dreams. You'll need to start this recipe a day ahead.

This cherry glazed ham is a Christmas recipe like no other.

This choc cherry ice cream cake is the only dessert you need at a summer gathering. You will need a kitchen thermometer for this recipe.

Those remaining cherries in the bowl are too good to waste! Pop them into your favourite sparkling drink for a fruity kick.

Can we talk about pavlova for a moment? Fluffy meringue, silky cream and sweet fruit - it's a dessert we never, ever tire of. 

Make the most of in-season blueberries and cherries with this summery punch. You'll need to start this recipe a day ahead.

If your sweet tooth is craving a hit then this cherry tart is the perfect recipe for you.

This subtle, elegant dessert is the perfect dish to finish off a Saturday long lunch.