This delicious dessert is evocative of a sticky toffee pudding, though we cunningly slip in a little Kentish beer to help things along. Gadds’ No 5 Ale is the secret ingredient in this dessert – and it makes all the difference. Make sure you use the best quality dates that you can find and keep testing your caramel sauce when you add the salt, so that you use just the right amount.

This dessert is so easy to make but, despite its simplicity, we simply cannot take it off the menu because it’s so popular. When we’ve taken it off before, we’ve had so many requests for its return that it now never comes off.

Creamy, rich, sweet and tart – there’s nothing not to like about this indulgent dish. The tart flavours of raspberry provide a perfect counterpoint to the gypsy tart, which has plenty of body and depth. Make sure you make great pastry to hold the sweet, creamy filling. Then you’ll have a dessert that will dazzle your family and friends. What’s more, gypsy tart originated right here in East Kent.

There are no limits to the number of ice creams you can make using this simple recipe. The base mix gets you started and then your imagination is your only limit. Try to keep it seasonal, using flavours from ingredients that are in peak condition; like citrus fruits, summer berries and autumnal fruits.

Honeycomb is almost as much fun to make as it is to eat. It’s always enjoyable to watch it expand, as you add bicarbonate of soda to the mix and then crack with a sharp snap when you break it up later on. You can use it with a variety of dishes. Just make sure you store it in an airtight container. It’s a great little party piece.

Simple, fun and with sensational sweet-sharp flavour, this gooseberry and elderflower fool is summer in a glass. I’m not sure why gooseberries aren’t used more regularly; they are one of the great summer berries and the gentle, sophisticated flavour of elderflower really enhances this dish.

Garage Coffee supply our restaurants with coffee roasted in Canterbury. They roast in small batches for optimum quality, and always to order, this recipe uses their espresso blend called “Maypole”. I like the idea of food that people can relate to and this garage coffee crème brûlée is the perfect example. Served with a piece of peanut butter fudge, it’s the perfect after-dinner dessert that has sweet and bitter flavours alongside utterly delicious fudge. You’ll be unable to

The classics are always welcome here at The Corner House and we’re particularly proud of our version of this beautiful custard tart. Cook it so that it has just the right wobble; it ought to be just set. And make sure you use fresh, grated nutmeg if you can – the difference in flavour is stunning. Rhubarb is heavenly, and has beautiful colour and flavour. It’s a sure sign that spring is on its way.

This has to be the ultimate British comfort food. I love the texture and combination of the chocolate and orange zest running through it. The addition of orange zest helps it beat the much-loved original.