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Acaraje black eyed pea fritters with shrimp filling

Create crispy fried patties using spiced pulses, then fill with prawns, chilli, coriander and tomato, Brazilian-style

Author: Jennifer Joyce

Brie wrapped in prosciutto & brioche

This decadent bake from Paul Hollywood combines slightly sweet French bread with a creamy ham and cheese filling

Author: Paul Hollywood

Garlic eyeballs with creamy chive dip

These dough balls are easy-peasy, so get the kids to help you make them for your Halloween party

Author: Lesley Waters

Chicken and Mushroom Vol au Vents

Learn how to make these French chicken and mushroom vol au vents. They are small puff pastry cases with a creamy filling. Perfect canapés!

Author: Michelle Minnaar

Smoked salmon with capers & pickled shallots

This fresh and zingy salad is packed with contrasting flavours and textures. It's ideal for entertaining

Author: James Martin

Crayfish cocktail with horseradish cream

Give the classic prawn cocktail a twist by pairing crayfish tails with tangy horseradish and creamy avocado in this delicious dinner party starter

Author: James Martin

Festive seafood sharing platter

Spend less time cooking on Christmas Day with this simple yet luxurious starter. It requires almost no hands-on time and uses shop-bought elements for ease

Author: Esther Clark

Spiced bloody mary shots

Try a spicy twist on a bloody mary with za'atar and chilli. With the classic tomato juice, vodka and lemon juice flavours, serve as a starter or cocktail

Author: Miriam Nice

Celery root soup {Sopa de apio nabo}

Easy and quick recipe for celery root soup or cream of celeriac soup, made with potatoes, vegetable broth, garlic, onions, cumin and dill. Served with trio of toppings including crispy pancetta, smoked...

Author: Layla Pujol

Parma Ham & Melon Salad

Author: Michelle Minnaar

Black Bean Salsa Soup

Author: Cheryl Strachan

Sesame Prawn Toast

Sesame Prawn Toast is a perfect combination of crispy bread, seasoned prawn fillings and sesame seeds. A very popular classic appetizer that all kids and adults loves. Learn how to make perfect crispy...

Author: Khin

Greens, potato & chorizo soup

Blend spinach, rocket and potato to make this vibrant soup. The chorizo and red chilli garnish is really special, providing a fantastic flavour contrast

Author: Diana Henry

Pork, apricot and pistachio terrine

Add this impressive starter to your Christmas menu and turn a family meal or dinner for friends into a really special occasion

Author: Lulu Grimes

German Beer Cheese Soup

Easy Beer Cheese Soup is ready in less than 30 minutes! Creamy comfort in a bowl with so much flavor is the perfect starter or a main course!

Author: Jas

Yotam Ottolenghi's Butterbean Mash with Muhammara

Add a new dip to your repertoire with Yotam Ottolenghi's make-ahead recipe for creamy butterbean mash topped with a sweet and nutty red pepper and walnut muhammara.

Author: Yotam Ottolenghi

Broccoli caesar salad

Make this broccoli caesar salad for an easy, sophisticated starter. Ready in just 10 minutes, it's ideal for a dinner party or Christmas lunch

Author: Barney Desmazery

Festive filled brioche centrepiece with baked camembert

Great British Bake Off's Kimberley Wilson has created this stunning celebration bread with individually filled buns and a melting cheese middle - made for sharing

Author: Kimberley Wilson

Chicken pepper soup

Sometimes, a comforting bowl of soup is all you need. This easy to put together chicken pepper soup is loaded with spicy, bold, and hearty flavors. It's so easy to make and you can hardly go wrong putting...

Author: Lola Osinkolu

Comté cheese soufflé

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

Chilli oysters

Bring the heat with our simple oyster starter. Top your seafood with fresh ginger, chilli and a squeeze of lime for a fiery pre-dinner treat

Author: Miriam Nice

Thai mango, chilli & lime cups

Serve these quick, zingy vegetarian nibbles at your next party

Author: Good Food team

Mini prawn & sweetcorn cakes

These fritters are lightly spiced with cumin. Serve as a starter or nibble

Author: Cassie Best

Crab & cucumber crumpets

Spruce up crumpets with a creamy crab, cucumber and dill topping. It's ready in 15 minutes, making it ideal for a Christmas starter or light lunch

Author: Barney Desmazery

Asian cured salmon with prawns, pickled salad & dill lime crème fraîche

Make this cured salmon and prawn dish as a classy starter for a dinner party. It takes a few days of prep, but it's well worth it for the flavour that you get

Author: Jane Hornby

Duck Liver Parfait

Learn how to make a homemade duck liver parfait, worthy of being served at the best restaurants in France.

Author: Michelle Minnaar

Harissa beef skewers with avocado dip

These tasty spiced skewers work just as well with lamb or chicken. For a vegetarian alternative, use chunky pieces of halloumi cheese

Author: Cassie Best

Celebration fish platter with spiced cucumber salad

This indulgent sharing platter makes an impressive dinner party starter with trout pâté, crisp coated mackerel fillets and smoked salmon

Author: James Martin

Peruvian Ceviche with Tiger's Milk

Learn how to make tiger's milk, then prepare Peruvian ceviche with it. The ceviche recipe is light refreshing on a hot summer's day!

Author: Michelle Minnaar

Tilapia Ceviche

An easy-to-make version of the iconic fish ceviche recipe. Talapia is a delicious freshwater fish with delicate flavors that work well with this Peruvian classic.

Author: Eat Peru

Cheese and poblano empanadas

Easy recipe for homemade cheesy poblano empanadas filled with rajas or roasted poblano peppers, and a mix of queso fresco, oaxaca, and goat cheese.

Author: Layla Pujol

Golden pilaf with sizzling merguez

Merguez sausages add some mild spice to this baked basmati rice dish with nuts and mint, but leave them off if you want to make it vegetarian

Author: Jane Hornby

Carpaccio scallops

Impress guests with this starter, or fish course, that's perfect for a dinner party. Scallops and radishes are served in a delicate Vietnamese sauce

Author: Jeff Tan

Causa Limeña Delicious Cold Appetizer From Peru

A starter dish of chicken, layered potatoes, limes, with a topping of olives, peppers, and egg. Perfect for hot summer days.

Author: Eat Peru

Salt and Pepper Chicken

This salt and pepper chicken recipe is easy to make and better than takeaway, so impress your friends and family with a mouthwatering Chinese treat.

Author: Helen Best-Shaw

Ham hock & pistachio roll

If you're looking for a Christmas classic with a twist, this French ham hock and pistachio terrine, transformed into a modern make-ahead starter is for you

Author: Barney Desmazery

Pinchos Morunos (Spanish Pork Kebabs)

Literally meaning 'Moorish skewers', these spicy pork tenderloin kebabs are an easy tapas dish. Can also be eaten as a main course with salad plus bread, rice or potatoes.

Author: Moorlands Eater

Salmon & prawns with dill & lime aïoli

For a simple, smart starter, just mix mayo with garlic, herbs and a squeeze of lime and serve with seafood and brown bread

Author: Good Food team

French Peas with Bacon and Lettuce

French peas are an elegant side dish or starter. Cooked with spring onions and bacon in white wine and stock and topped with just cooked lettuce.

Author: Amanda

Tear and share feta flatbreads

Scatter classic antipasti over flatbreads for a simple and delicious starter that's great for sharing. Using quality ham makes all the difference

Author: Tom Kerridge

Creamed goat's cheese & roast beetroot salad

Combine creamy goat's cheese, crisp apple and earthy beetroot for a simple salad that's bursting with flavour and colour - and it looks impressive plated up

Author: Tom Kerridge

Leek and Courgette Soup

A simple and delicious chunky Leek and Vegetable Soup, perfect for lunch with some crusty bread!

Author: Camilla Hawkins

Prawn & chorizo skewers with gremolata

Entice your guests to the buffet table with the flavourful combination of prawn and chorizo

Author: Good Food team

Leek and Onion Soup

Author: Michelle Minnaar

Tuscan Tuna & Cannellini Salad

This easy tuna and bean salad from Tuscany, is a healthy and delicious light meal.

Author: Nicole Shroff

Charred asparagus, smoked salmon, shrimp & rye crumb

Impress guests with this deceptively simple starter that's packed with the lovely flavours of salmon, shrimp, asparagus and apple. Make it in just 20 minutes

Author: Tom Kerridge

Spinach, feta and onion parcels

Spinach and feta are a classic combination and work really well with the zing of preserved lemon. Try it in these vegetarian filo parcels which make a great, simple starter, snack or lunch

Author: Janine Ratcliffe

Tropical Shrimp Salad

Turn off of oven and make a quick but delicious salad for dinner. This salad is one to try with lime and honey shrimp served over fresh mango and avocado. Perfect for spring or summer days.

Author: Julia Pinney

Mini sage & onion scones

These mini savoury scones are quick to make and are cute canapés for your Christmas party

Author: Good Food team