Naomi Sherman

Risotto … it’s so time-consuming! Nope, not when you do it this way. Perfect for a dinner party where you want it to look like you fussed but you were actually reading a book. I won’t tell if you don’t.

The bright and herbal flavour of celeriac is the perfect foil for the sweet, spiced wild rice stuffing. This dish is a centrepiece that is deceptively simple to put together and will please and surprise every eater at the table.

Incredibly lush and decadent stacks of crisp meringue layered with salted caramel, whipped cream and lashings of melted chocolate. Make each element yourself or use my time-saving tip below.

If you’ve ever visited the Philippines, you’ll know very well the sound of street vendors calling “Tahoooooo”! Served as a delicious breakfast or a treat at any other time of day, Taho is made of layers of lush silken tofu, rich sweet syrup and pops of tapioca pearls. It is traditionally served warm, but can also be eaten cold. I made mine using boba pearls, purchased at my local Asian grocer, because I love the drama of those big pearls, but you can also use traditional tapioca pearls or even sago.

Salty, sweet, creamy and crispy — this tart has it all. The sweetness of caramelised leeks, with the salty, umami hint of miso, nestled in a bed of creamy rich ricotta and all held together in a crispy, golden pastry. Perfect for brunch, a picnic, a light supper, or eating in its entirety — you choose.

There are a few basic guides to eating a Blue Zone-inspired diet: plants are king, reduce sugar wherever possible, incorporate beans into your daily diet and eat seasonally as a priority