"This is an absolute treat, an incredibly rich tart that will mend even the most broken of hearts... Well, it doesn’t really, but it’s yum." – Khanh Ong. This is an edited extract from A Gay Guy's Guide to Life, Love, Food by Khanh Ong, Plum, RRP $34.99. Photography by Lauren Bamford. You'll need a a 23cm tart pan for this recipe.

"The tang of the freeze-dried raspberries perfectly balances the creamy nuts and herbaceous green tea flavour, and it’s sweetened with dates and rice malt syrup," says Khanh Ong. This is an edited extract from A Gay Guy's Guide to Life, Love, Food by Khanh Ong. Published by Plum, RRP $34.99, photography by Lauren Bamford.

"This light and delicious dish is perfect for a rainy Sunday dinner in the middle of winter or as a nourishing breakfast on any day of the week," says Khanh Ong. This is an edited extract from A Gay Guy's Guide to Life, Love, Food by Khanh Ong. Published by Plum, RRP $34.99, photography by Lauren Bamford.

"This is a wholesome staple when I’m feeling down, and definitely a ‘warm your belly and heart’ kind of dish," says Khanh Ong. This is an edited extract from A Gay Guy's Guide to Life, Love, Food by Khanh Ong. Published by Plum, RRP $34.99, photography by Lauren Bamford.

"This slice is gluten free and, therefore, a foolproof dessert to bring to any gathering. Also, it’s easily whipped up an hour before any event and it’s a recipe my friends still beg me for." – Khanh Ong. This is an edited extract from A Gay Guy's Guide to Life, Love, Food by Khanh Ong. Published by Plum, RRP $34.99, photography by Lauren Bamford.

"While it’s not as well known here, bun bo Hue is one of the most commonly eaten dishes throughout Vietnam, where you’ll find a vendor on practically every street corner," says Khanh Ong. This is an edited extract from A Gay Guy's Guide to Life, Love, Food by Khanh Ong. Published by Plum, RRP $34.99, photography by Lauren Bamford.