Mustard seeds have been found in Egyptian tombs presumably to aid digestion in the afterlife. Mixed with chillies and whole spices in a tangy pickle or relish, the taste can only be described as heavenly. Try your hand at tangy homemade pickles or relishes. A good supply of cheese is a snacktime must-have - once you start dipping into those relishes, you're not going to want to stop!

Everyone's favourite - the traditional and inseperable flavours of salt and vinegar

Spice mix with recipe & step-by-step instructions for Balti Butter Chicken - a mild, creamy curry, traditionally stir-cooked Balti-style in a wok-like karahi (kadhai) pan.