This simple prawn starter is courtesy of executive chef Henrik Ritzén at Nordic restaurant Aquavit, London. If you can't get fresh horseradish, use 1 tbsp of horseradish sauce instead
Author: Henrik Ritzén
These crunchy thyme-flecked nuts are delicious served with sherry and slices of manchego cheese.
A goat's cheese and beetroot tart is not only super easy, it's a fantastic way to use seasonal produce. Serve for lunch, as a side dish or light dinner.
Author: Michelle Minnaar
This oregano seasoning is based on a Brazilian recipe using 'queijo de coalho' and works really well with halloumi. Serve with a selection of dipping sauces
Author: Jennifer Joyce
This savory tart is only made with vegetables and a quiche batter. No meat. All the flavors of sweet corn, and zucchini previously fried with olive oil Pan fry onions or shallots and zucchini. Prepare...
Author: Florence RICHOMME
Served hot or cold, this delicious cut of pork with a sugar glaze is best sliced into thick pieces
Author: Good Food team
Scallops love a bit of lemon and chilli plus, they are ready in a flash. The perfect way to impress last-minute guests
Author: Jane Hornby
Looking for Parma ham canapés? These Parma ham and mozzarella bites are divine and super simple to make. The mango can easily be substituted with melon.
Author: Michelle Minnaar
James Martin's sensational starter is sure to impress dinner party guests - marinate the squid overnight, then sear just before serving over avocado and rocket
Author: James Martin
Transform subtle creamy ricotta into a herby, citrus delight with a colourful tangy topping.
Add a bit of seasonal spirit to your chickpea bites with fruit and nuts. Serve with a creamy yogurt dip and fresh coriander
Author: Jane Hornby
Recipe Starter Avocado & banana salad - Recipe Petitchef
Author: fussfreecooking
This fresh, seasonal dish with cured salmon and citrus fruit is as delicious as it is pretty on the plate. Delicately When it comes to Christmas starters, think pink!
Author: jospizarro
The magic in Jamie Oliver's squid salad, as seen on his Channel 4 series, Jamie Cooks Italy, is a flavour-packed salsa. Ready in just 30 minutes, this delicious seafood starter is a taste of the Italian...
Author: Jamie Oliver
Crushed broad bean bruschetta is so simple to make yet super satisfying. Double podded broad beans subtly flavoured with some lemon, olive oil & mint on top of garlicky sourdough toast. Heaven!
Author: Jo Allison
Whilst the long marinating and cooking time for these pork ribs is unavoidable, the preparation is minimal as it makes the most of all the ingredients in our Tomato Ketchup, including Balsamic Vinegar...
Author: Belazu
Trahana is a tangy, sun-dried milk- or yogurt-infused grain product that is one the oldest foods in the Eastern Mediterranean. It was a way to preserve fresh milk before the advent of refrigeration and...
Author: Diane Kochilas
These dough balls are easy-peasy, so get the kids to help you make them for your Halloween party
Author: Lesley Waters
Make these irresistible potato bhajis at home with a deep-fryer or with a frying pan. They are small battered spheres comprising potato, onion & spices.
Author: Michelle Minnaar
Author: Kenny McGovern
This recipe of dim sum or dumpling it's delicious and they are filled with ground veal, shiitake mushrooms, spices and steamed, but they could also be fried or dropped into a delicious broth.
Author: Ramona Sebastian
Start your Christmas party off right with these smoked salmon blinis, best enjoyed with a glass of bubbly.
Author: Jamie Oliver
A lovely variation of New England Clam Chowder. Using tomatoes instead of cream brings out an entirely new combination that works so well.
Author: lucywg
Take the ingredients of the classic cocktail - Tabasco, pepper, tomato and vodka - and use to flavour sizzling shellfish
Author: Cassie Best
Try this easy asparagus dish with potted shrimp-inspired topping in pools of mace-spiked butter. It makes a memorable starter for a dinner party or smart lunch
Author: Rosie Birkett
This triple-tested fruit recipe combines delicious flavours that make a perfect starter choice.
Recipe Starter Pineapple cream cheese danish - Recipe Petitchef
Author: Atty
Raymond Blanc's recipe for this sumptuous dinner party starter, with a luxurious cheesy sauce, is guaranteed to impress - use gruyère or emmenthal cheese, if you prefer
Author: Raymond Blanc
Author: Michelle Minnaar
An easy help-yourself starter with the zest and spice of ginger and chilli
Author: Good Food team
Entice your guests to the buffet table with the flavourful combination of prawn and chorizo
Author: Good Food team
The classic Greek recipe, stuffed grape leaves are a specialty of Rhodes and there are so many different versions that once a year the island hosts a stuffed grape leaf cooking contest! Greek stuffed grape...
Author: Diane Kochilas
Barney Desmazery takes these simple crab cakes, seasoned with Thai spices and served with sweet chilli sauce, from the Soho club and into your dinner-party repertoire - best of all, they won't take long...
Author: Barney Desmazery
This 10 minutes cherry tomato pasta salad is refreshing, has layers of flavor, delicious loaded with juicy tomatoes makes a fabulous brunch or dinner.
Author: Nithya Narasimhan
Whet the appetite for the main event by serving guests this special chicken terrine with leeks and apricots. It can be made up to three days ahead
Author: Jane Hornby
Make this veg-laden, mix-and-match sharing board as a starter. Prep it ahead, swap out anything you're less keen on and add meats or smoked fish, if you like
Author: Esther Clark
This starter, with its quick pickled onion is impressive, but takes little time as it's part of making the dressing. You can do it while the turkey is cooking
Author: Sophie Godwin - Cookery writer
This sophisticated dish makes an elegant dinner party starter, balancing the sweetness of the apple and malt loaf with a tangy vinaigrette
Author: James Martin
This melt-in-the-mouth pork fat with herbs and spices goes well with the sweetness of a Granny Smith and makes a delectable starter
Author: Chelsie Collins
This impressive and delicately-flavoured starter is perfect for dinner parties without splashing the cash. Make-ahead, easy-to-do and no cooking required
Author: Barney Desmazery
Take the ingredients of the classic cocktail - Tabasco, pepper, tomato and vodka - and use to flavour sizzling shellfish
Author: Cassie Best
Recipe for salting and cold smoking salmonCold-smoked salmon is great for a good starter, as a luxurious main course, or as part of a tapas or brunch table. It is a bit of a project to cold smoke your...
Author: Rasmus Møller
Simple fishcakes made from delicate shellfish and vibrant spices - coriander, sesame and chilli add a kick. Serve with a citrus mayonnaise
Author: Good Food team
Recipe Starter Rocket, spinach, pear and parmesan salad - Recipe Petitchef
Author: The Culinary Chase
Here's a cheffy dish that is really elegant but super easy to make! This is the sort of dish you get at posh restaurants that they charge a fortune for. The ingredients for this cost me around $17 (in...
Author: Nagi | RecipeTin Eats
Roast a joint of sirloin until rare, serve sliced with a light vinaigrette and tell everyone to get stuck in
Author: Mary Cadogan
Clever nibbles that are ideal for sharing. Top Middle Eastern flatbreads with aubergines, herbs and tahini
Author: Cassie Best
When you want chicken that kicks, then you have to try this recipe. Hot, sticky and delicious.
Author: Mama K
If you've never tried Cheesy Garlic Fingers, what are you waiting for? These are a classic East Coast Canadian treat. Great served as an appetizer, a side dish or a starter. Great however you choose...
Author: Julia Pinney