Give familiar dishes a fresh twist with these inventive recipes, from Peruvian roast chicken to dark chocolate focaccia
Explore the unexpected with our unique twists on classic entertaining dishes. Our elevated crowdpleasers will encourage guests to share stories of places travelled, cuisines explored and ingredients tasted. Gather your favourite people and be the spark of an enriching evening of conversation. Looking for more inventive entertaining inspiration? Try our cosy winter feasting ideas and Nisha Parmar's vibrant entertaining menu. Unexpected entertaining ideas Halloumi schnitzel with harissa honey drizzle and crispy apple slaw You can schnitz anything – chicken or pork are classics and veggies like celeriac also work really well. This halloumi version is a textural delight with the bouncy cheese in a crisp golden shell served with a spicy honey and a cool crunchy slaw. Peruvian-style roast chicken with herby green salad Roast chicken is a universal joy. This Peruvian chicken sees chicken thighs flavoured with a beer, lime and ginger marinade, then served with a green sauce and two types of salad. French onion beef stew with a cheesy croûte top Think of this as a mash-up between a French onion soup and a rich beef stew – the crispy gruyère-loaded croûtes take it to the next level. Serve in individual mini casseroles with some mash and greens on the side, if you like. Dark chocolate, olive oil and sea salt focaccia Sweet focaccia might seem strange but it’s having a moment. In this recipe, peppery olive oil and dark chocolate pair really well – throw some sea salt in the mix for a sweet/salty edge and you have baking heaven.
Vibrant Burmese recipes: The Rangoon Sisters' signature dishes
Explore the flavours of Myanmar with the Rangoon Sisters’ best-loved dishes from comforting curries to salads, noodles and sweet treats
Looking for Burmese recipes? Want to explore Burmese food and cuisine? The Rangoon Sisters (half Burmese sisters Emily and Amy Chung) show us that Burmese cooking is all about balance. Sour, salty, spicy and rich flavours layered together using fresh herbs, aromatics and bold seasoning. This collection celebrates the vibrant food of Myanmar, focusing on The Rangoon Sisters’ signature dishes, inspired by family recipes, supper clubs and modern home cooking. Burmese recipes from The Rangoon Sisters Burmese meatball curry This is one of our late grandma’s weeknight staples, warming and comforting, with a luscious curry sauce. Coconut isn’t commonly used in Burmese curries but she would always add her own spin to things and it adds a lovely richness. You can substitute the beef mince with pork (or a mixture) and we’ve also used turkey thigh mince before too. Burmese shredded noodle salad Burmese salads are a mainstay for us at home as they can be an easy and delicious way to use up any leftover carbs or protein once you have all the other condiments to hand such as the garlic oil and toasted gram flour. Here we have combined spiced chicken with sour, salty and spicy elements alongside crunchy chicken skin for added texture. Burmese sour vegetable soup Every Burmese spread will be accompanied by a light broth in a small bowl. This helps to hydrate alongside a meal, cleanse the palate between dishes or even to loosen a curry sauce. You can easily serve this alongside meatball curry, or add some blanched rice vermicelli noodles to make it a light meal on its own. Burmese fried chicken (kyet thar kyaw) Emily and Amy share their take on a popular street food from Burma. Burmese fried chicken is seasoned with chilli and turmeric, and traditionally served on the bone without a batter. In 2015, Yangon saw the arrival of the first branch of the big international fried chicken joint we all know and love, to huge queues. The sour dipping sauce (achin yay) packs a punch and goes particularly well with fried snacks. If you can’t get hold of tamarind pulp, you can substitute it with a teaspoon of ready-made tamarind paste mixed with 100ml of hot water. Crispy pork wontons Crunchy and hot with a sweet and tangy sauce, these crispy wontons were always a part of the festive season at Emily and Amy Chung's Chinese-Burmese childhood home. The Rangoon Sisters have added a Burmese-inspired twist to the filling and the sauce, to pay homage to both parents (their mum being from Myanmar). Burmese recipes from other chefs Burmese coconut noodles with chicken This recipe for ohn-no kauk swé, a brothy, coconut-laced dish, is flavoured with chilli, ginger, paprika and fish sauce. This recipe comes from Burmese restaurant Lahpet in Covent Garden, London. Burmese grilled aubergine This side dish comes from Burmese restaurant Laphet sees grilled aubergine dressed with shallot, chilli, lime and roasted peanuts. It it really packs a punch in terms of flavour and texture. Burmese cassava cake Cassava – a starchy root vegetable – is the star of this five-ingredient cake from Burmese restaurant Laphet. It's served with jackfruit sorbet in the restaurant, but is great with ice cream or cream, too. Burmese margarita Check out this zingy riff on a classic margarita. To make the jaggery syrup, mix one part jaggery with one part water in a pan, bring to the boil, then cool. Burmese chicken pilaf (danbauk) A fragrant chicken pilaf, danbauk is served at countless celebrations in Burma. This recipe comes from MiMi Aye, a chef, author and host of the Burmese Food & Beyond supperclub. Full of sweet and warming spices, danbauk is often referred to as a Burmese biryani, but it owes more to Persian cuisine and, in fact, the name is derived from the Persian culinary term ‘dum pukht’. All cooked in one huge pot, it is served with great aplomb at the table, with a feast of crispy fish relish (floss), Burmese-style coleslaw, and refreshing sour soup on the side, all of which balance the buttery richness of the rice. Drinks are generally not served during a Burmese meal – instead, liquid refreshment comes as a broth or soup. Burmese pork and potato curry Treat your friends and family and cook this punchy Burmese curry recipe from food writer and chef Darina Allen, with tender pork belly and soft waxy potatoes. This easy dish may take a bit of time but it will be well worth the wait.
10 foolproof crêpe recipes for breakfast, brunch and beyond
Try these crêpe recipes for a lighter alternative to fluffy American-style pancakes. From boozy crêpes suzette and savoury ham and cheese to vegan versions
Looking for the best homemade crêpes? Want the perfect crêpe suzette to serve for pud on Pancake Day? These wafer thin French-style pancakes are perfect for topping and rolling up with a range of sweet and savoury fillings. We've got plenty of ideas below, from our basic recipe to elaborate crêpe cake towers and dairy-free versions. For more inspiration, check out our main collection of pancake recipes, along with our savoury pancake recipes, sweet pancake recipes and indulgent pancake recipes. Crêpe recipes Classic crêpes Our easiest ever crêpes recipe uses just five ingredients and can be ready in half an hour. These basic thin pancakes are perfect for customising with any toppings of your choice - one of our favourites is fresh fruit, whipped cream and a drizzle of hot chocolate sauce. Banana crêpes with butterscotch These easy crêpes are great for a decadent Shrove Tuesday treat or a sweet dessert all year round. Crêpes with espresso Looking for an easy crêpe recipe to pick you up? Try these delicate crêpes with espresso topped with chocolate and hazelnut for an indulgent dessert on Pancake Day. Crêpes suzette (French crêpe recipe) Crêpe suzette is a classic French dessert combining thin pancakes with a boozy orange sauce and we think they're perfect for Shrove Tuesday or, why not try them at your next dinner party. Ham and cheese savoury pancakes Stuff your savoury crêpe with chunky ham and salty gruyère for a quick, comforting midweek recipe or your main meal on Pancake Day! Matcha mille crêpe cake (plus how to video) Got friends coming over on Shrove Tuesday? Create this beautiful green tea-inspired cake using layers of crêpes and custard cream and dust with some matcha powder to finish. Toffee apple crêpes with calvados The classic combination of warm toffee sauce and sweet apples with a calvados kick makes these pancakes impossible to resist. Ready in under 30 minutes, these are quick and easy crêpes to impress on Shrove Tuesday. Savoury vegan crêpe Pack this crisp vegan crêpe with garlicky mushrooms for an easy plant-based lunch or for your vegan pals on Pancake Day. Also check out our vegan pancakes for more inspiration. Sweet vegan crêpe Got vegan friends coming over for Pancake Day? We make our vegan version of this French classic with plant milk and coconut oil for a plant-based sweet treat. Baked leftover crêpes If you've got any leftover pancakes, this comforting cheesy bake is the perfect way to reinvent them. With a mouthwatering mushroom, spinach and ham filling and crispy gruyère topping, this cannelloni-style dish makes for the ultimate Pancake Day dinner. Try our pancake toppings
Host a three-course dinner at home with these bright, flavour-packed dishes perfect for sharing with friends or family
From bold starters to aromatic mains and comforting desserts, this menu celebrates private chef Nisha Parmar’s take on big flavours and easy entertaining. Each dish is designed to be simple to prepare, made with fresh seasonal ingredients and full of colour. For more entertaining inspiration, check out John Gregory-Smith's feasting menu and more effortless entertaining ideas. Starter Curry leaf tomatoes on yogurt with Bombay mix A relaxed, flavour-packed dish designed for sharing. Juicy tomatoes are simmered with curry leaves, mustard seeds and warming spices, then spooned over yogurt and topped with crunchy Bombay mix. Serve warm or cold with flatbreads for a starter that can be made ahead and enjoyed at your leisure. Main Hariyali (green masala) prawn and saffron pulao This elegant one-pot rice dish is a dinner-party crowd-pleaser. A vibrant green herb masala comes together with saffron and prawns in a simplified pulao (inspired by biryani) delivering maximum flavour with only one pot to wash up! Dessert Chocolate, miso and sesame self-saucing pudding A comforting dessert for chilly evenings, perfect for sharing. This clever pudding bakes into a soft sponge with a rich, molten sauce beneath. White miso adds savoury depth to the chocolate, while sesame seeds bring a subtle nuttiness. It’s perfect served warm with ice cream or crème fraiche.
Chocolate, miso and sesame self-saucing pudding
A warm pudding perfect for chilly nights in. The sprinkle of sesame seeds complements the savoury miso notes
Made with storecupboard ingredients, this dessert is ideal for when you want to emulate a molten fondant without the faff. Serve with vanilla ice cream or crème fraîche for that hot and cold contrast. Try our chocolate, miso and sesame self-saucing pudding, then discover our chocolate self-saucing pudding, lemon self-saucing pudding or sticky toffee self-saucing pudding. Try more self-saucing pudding recipes. Chocolate, miso and sesame self-saucing pudding recipe
Hariyali (green masala) prawn and saffron pulao
A one-pot rice dish made elegant and dinner party worthy with the addition of herbs, saffron and plump pink prawns. It shares the same characteristics as a biryani but simplified for easy entertaining
Try our hariyali (green masala) prawn and saffron pulao, then discover our chicken biryani, vegan biryani, vegetable and paneer dum biryani and more Indian-style recipes. Hariyali (green masala) prawn and saffron pulao recipe
Curry leaf tomatoes on yogurt with bombay mix
When I’m hosting I want dishes that can be made ahead of time, so I’m doing the bare minimum and enjoying time with my guests. This can be served as a starter with drinks or together with the main.
Try Nisha's curry leaf tomatoes on yogurt with bombay mix, then discover our paneer tikka masala, halloumi curry, vegetarian curry, sweet potato and chickpea curry and vegetarian chilli. Also discover more of our paneer recipes. Curry leaf tomatoes on yogurt with bombay mix recipe
Tiger milk ceviche black rice bowl with coconut
Try Gurdeep Loyal's zesty Peruvian marinade for seafood, served with black rice for drama. Don't forget the coconut chips and jalapeños on the side.
Try our tiger milk ceviche black rice bowl with coconut, then discover mooli and pomegranate ceviche, sea bass ceviche with blood orange, aleppo pepper and pistachio or popcorn ceviche. Food and drink trends specialist Gurdeep Loyal says: "Leche de tigre (‘tiger’s milk’) is a citrus-based seafood and pickle vegetables for ceviche dishes. Lime juice and ginger are its key components, bringing zesty juice and zingy fire to the milky white elixir. "Other additions often include soy or ponzu, garlic, spices and chilli, coconut and sometimes other sharp fruits like passion fruit, pineapple or tamarillo (tree tomato). Thanks to its high acidity the marinade effectively cooks the proteins in the fish leaving it tender and very flavourful. "It’s also great as a salad dressing – some places even serve up shots of invigorating tiger’s milk as a hangover cure. At the stylish Tigermilk restaurant in London – specialising in seasonal South American cooking – pollock ceviche is served in creamy coconut leche de tigre with mango, pomegranate, red onions and coriander. At Crudo Cevicheria in Covent Garden the menu features leche de tigre seabass with sweet potato, choclo and cancha corn. "Over in New York, Peruvian fine dining restaurant Nuyores (from chef Oscar Lorenzzi) offers tuna ají amarillo leche de tigre with crispy seaweed sweet onion. And, in Paris, Selva (from chef Felipe Camargo) has a veggie take with candied celeriac, spinach tiger leche, cashews, parsley oil, crunchy quinoa, plantain chips and achiote. "Black rice – as loved by restaurants like Dimes Deli in New York – is a delicious and unexpected base for tiger’s milk ceviche. It has a rich, nutty, slightly sweet flavour and almost chewy texture, with the antioxidant anthocyanin creating its black colour. Black rice is also higher in protein than other rice, and rich in fibre." Tiger milk ceviche black rice bowl with coconut recipe
41 taco recipes to bring this Mexican street food to your table
Feed a crowd with our fun, inventive taco recipes, from Baja-Californian style, beer-braised lamb and halloumi with pico de gallo
Want to make the best tacos? Everyone loves these Mexican wraps, so try our various flavour and filling ideas at your next gathering or for a simple midweek dinner. Twists on regional Mexican tacos include beer-battered Baja-Californian fish, Jalisco-style smoky beef birria tacos and unique tacos al pastor combining pork and pineapple. Pair with our Mexican recipes (think frozen margaritas, elotes and quesadillas) for an epic taco party to celebrate Taco Tuesday or any day of the week! Ole! (Don't forget the guacamole, sour cream and the tequila). What to serve with tacos Looking to serve your tacos as part of a Mexican-inspired spread? We recommend some of the following sides to balance our taco recipes perfectly: Tomato salsa Mexican elotes (barbecued sweetcorn with a creamy cotija topping). Classic nachos Classic guacamole (or try our red guacamole for a twist). Pinto bean and salsa macha dip Tex-Mex-style sweetcorn salad Pair with our Mexican recipes (think frozen margaritas, elotes and quesadillas) for an epic taco party to celebrate Taco Tuesday or any day of the week! Ole! (Don't forget the guacamole, sour cream and the tequila).
24 vibrant blueberry recipes to add pops of colour to your bakes
Make the most of fresh blueberries with our recipes, from showstopping desserts to blueberry breakfast muffins
Looking for blueberry recipes? Want the best fluffy breakfast muffins? Aside from just snacking on handfuls of berries, we love baking with blueberries, adding their vibrant pop of colour and juicy burst of flavour to pies, scones and cakes. Cook them down into a syrupy compote for spooning over pancakes or swirling into cheesecakes. They can also be blitzed into vibrant drinks: make a healthy blueberry smoothie to start your day or try a punchy blueberry margarita next cocktail hour. Try our ideas to make the most of this superfood, high in vitamins and antioxidants, then check out more berry inspiration for raspberry recipes, blackberry recipes and cherry recipes.
French onion beef stew with a cheesy croûte top
Think of this as a mash-up between a French onion soup and a rich beef stew. The crispy gruyère-loaded croûtes take it to the next level. Serve in individual mini casseroles with some mash and greens on the side, if you like.
Try our French onion beef stew with a cheesy croûte top, then discover beef stew with dumplings, beef and Guinness stew, slow cooker beef stew, beef stifado, beef bourguignon and more comforting stew recipes. French onion beef stew with a cheesy croûte top recipe
While an old fashioned is traditionally made with whisky it also works beautifully with any barrel-aged spirit – try doing the same with dark rum or cognac.
Try our añejo tequila old fashioned, then discover spicy margarita, frozen margarita and more tequila cocktail recipes. Find more refreshing drinks in our collection of summer cocktail recipes, including a long island iced tea, piña colada and mai tai. After, read how to elevate your cocktail skills with our best home bar hacks. Añejo tequila old fashioned recipe
Purple sprouting broccoli, chorizo and barley one pot
This rich barley stew makes a lovely spicy base for whatever seasonal greens you want to add. Purple sprouting broccoli, kale and chard all work well.
Try our purple sprouting broccoli, chorizo and barley one pot, then discover charred purple sprouting broccoli with tahini yogurt and spiced seeds, broccoli stir-fry, gnocchi with crispy purple sprouting broccoli and garlic butter or lemon-crusted salmon with purple sprouting broccoli. Purple sprouting broccoli, chorizo and barley one pot recipe
Tequila and cream sounds like a rogue combination but using aged añejo tequila works really well in this nutty pudding cocktail.
Try our añejo amaretto alexander, then discover spicy margarita, frozen margarita and more tequila cocktail recipes. Find more refreshing drinks in our collection of summer cocktail recipes, including a long island iced tea, piña colada and mai tai. After, read how to elevate your cocktail skills with our best home bar hacks. Añejo amaretto alexander recipe
We’ve taken a classic moscow mule and replaced the vodka with aged tequila, which adds a lovely complexity to this easy highball.
Try our añejo tequila mule, then discover spicy margarita, frozen margarita and more tequila cocktail recipes. Find more refreshing drinks in our collection of summer cocktail recipes, including a long island iced tea, piña colada and mai tai. After, read how to elevate your cocktail skills with our best home bar hacks. Añejo tequila mule recipe
Thai-style venison stir-fry with fried egg
This is based on the classic Thai dish pad kra pow – the original can be quite fiery so adjust the chillies according to your taste.
Try our Thai-style venison stir-fry with fried egg, then discover venison pie, venison stew, venison curry, venison steaks, venison burgers, and venison meatballs. Thai-style venison stir fry with fried egg recipe
Make the most of seasonal produce in this fancy rhubarb and pistachio tart, flavoured with almond extract.
Try our rhubarb and pistachio galette, then discover cherry and pistachio bakewell galette, cherry jam and almond galettes, apple and almond galette or hazelnut frangipane and apricot galette. Rhubarb and pistachio galette recipe
Peruvian-style roast chicken with herby green salad
Roast chicken is a universal joy. This Peruvian chicken sees chicken thighs flavoured with a beer, lime and ginger marinade, then served with a green sauce and two types of salad.
Try our Peruvian-style roast chicken with herby green salad, then discover our pisco sour, Peruvian scallops, ceviche and more Peruvian recipes. Peruvian-style roast chicken with herby green salad recipe
Pure, natural ingredients such as dates, chia seeds and crunchy corn combine to make these energy-packed snack balls.
Try our sweet and salty date power balls, then discover our healthy cookies, protein balls, fruit balls, nutty seedy breakfast bars, protein pancakes and more healthy snacks. After a few days the corn will soften and become chewier rather than crisp but they still taste amazing. Be sure to use a plant-based protein powder if you want to make these power balls vegan. Sweet and salty date power balls recipe
Halloumi schnitzel with harissa honey drizzle and crispy apple slaw
You can schnitz anything! This breaded halloumi version is a textural delight, with the bouncy cheese in a crisp, golden shell served with a spicy honey and a cool crunchy slaw.
Try our halloumi schnitzel with harissa honey drizzle and crispy apple slaw, then discover air fryer halloumi fries, halloumi souvlaki, halloumi kebabs, grilled halloumi salad and more halloumi recipes. Halloumi schnitzel with harissa honey drizzle and crispy apple slaw recipe
Warming and comforting with a luscious curry sauce, this Burmese-style curry would be perfect for chilly winter nights.
Try our Burmese meatball curry, then discover more delicious meatball recipes, such as our Scandi meatball bake with cucumber salad, venison meatballs and vegetarian meatballs. Doctors, home cooks and sisters Emily and Amy Chung say: "This is one of our late grandma’s weeknight staples, warming and comforting, with a luscious curry sauce. Coconut isn’t commonly used in Burmese curries but she would always add her own spin to things and it adds a lovely richness. You can substitute the beef mince with pork (or a mixture) and we’ve also used turkey thigh mince before too." Burmese meatball curry recipe
Cardamom, coffee and milk chocolate doughnuts
This trio of flavours works in absolute harmony together and all bounce off of one another to make a deliciously flavoured treat.
Try our cardamom, coffee and milk chocolate doughnuts, then discover mini doughnuts, baked doughnuts and ring doughnuts, plus more doughnut recipes. Recipe author and first Great British Bake Off winner Edd Kimber says: "Who doesn’t love a jam doughnut? It is joyous in its simplicity and delicious in all of its nostalgia. Maybe you’d argue there is no point messing around with something so simple and pure. But why not? Sometimes taking a classic like that and having a play around can create something new and exciting, and delicious in a completely different way. In this recipe I wanted to take something that we all know and love, and give it a modern spin, adding an interesting flavour combo that makes these simple brioche doughnuts into something new. That flavour combo? Coffee, cardamom and milk chocolate. "I first had cardamom and coffee together when visiting an Arabic coffee roaster where the coffee was roasted alongside cardamom and ground together to make an incredibly punchy mug of coffee. Milk chocolate and coffee are long-time partners but with the addition of cardamom it’s absolute heaven. "As there are multiple elements to this recipe you can make life easier and make this over two days. On day one, make the coffee pastry cream, cardamom sugar and brioche dough. Once the dough is kneaded, form it into a ball and put it into a lightly oiled bowl and cover. Leave at room temperature for 20 minutes before transferring to the fridge to prove slowly overnight (it can also be left in the fridge for up to three days). When you shape the doughnuts the dough will be cold so it can take up to twice as long to prove." Cardamom, coffee and milk chocolate doughnuts recipe
This is a speedy dessert to finish off a dinner party. Serve with shortbreads for scooping.
Try our matchagato, then discover affogato chocolate mousse and Irish coffee affogato. Check out our trend spotlight on matcha for more matcha recipes and the best matcha spots in London. Matcha is a Japanese green tea powder. It has deep cultural significance in Japan and is traditionally celebrated in tea ceremonies. It’s also now widely enjoyed in many forms around the world – these recipes highlight its earthy, grassy flavour and vivid colour. Matchagato recipe
Start your Christmas meal with our fuss-free festive starter ideas, from smoked salmon tartare to posh prawn cocktail, filo-baked figs and duck terrine
Looking for Christmas Day starter recipes? We have plenty of ideas to try, from smoked salmon Christmas starters to easy vegetarian ways to kick-off the meal. Take a look at our effortless starter ideas which require 20 mins or fewer of prep thanks to shop-bought ingredients and no fiddly techniques, including our bloody mary prawn lettuce scoops and crab and prawn cocktail rolls. Check out these easy Christmas starters, then also browse our Christmas pâté recipes, Christmas terrine recipes and ham hock recipes for more inspiration. Plus we've got impressive Christmas buffet ideas, Christmas centrepieces, Christmas hams, Christmas trimmings to try and four festive entertaining ideasfor more inspiration. Don't forget to finish off your festive feast with an indulgent Christmas dessert and one of our showstopping Christmas baking ideas... Best Christmas starters Whipped feta with apricots, olives and oranges This savoury dip is great to kick off a party – loaded with festive dried fruits and nuts. The pomegranate drizzle adds an extra puckering twist. Individual smoked salmon terrines These individual smoked salmon terrines make a stylish Christmas starter – easy to serve and perfect for scaling up or down depending on your guest list. Discover more smoked salmon recipes. Christmas cheeseboard Wow guests or family members this Christmas with this impressive no-cook spread, packed with cheese, meat and fruit. Giant sausage roll This showstopping party sausage roll is a star addition to any festive grazing table. A glossy tamarind glaze brings a hit of tropical tang while pistachios add a perfectly nutty crunch. Giant champagne and lemon prawn vol-au-vents Take your Christmas dinner starter to the next level by adding champagne to your king prawn vol-au-vents. Don't let any champagne go to waste – see our 10 champagne cocktail recipes. Smoked salmon and cream cheese galettes Try our next level twist on the smoked salmon blini. These sesame seeded galettes are topped with herby cream cheese and delicate smoked salmon. Serve with some salad leaves and lemon slices for a light starter. Sweet potato and cranberry fritters with nuoc cham These Vietnamese-inspired sweet potato fritters have a festive twist with dried cranberries. The tangy-sweet-salty dipping sauce is a great one to have to hand for the festive season. Fig and goat's cheese filo parcels Our vegetarian baked fresh figs makes an awesome little nibble or Christmas starter that’s really easy to make. See more crispy filo pastry ideas. Bloody mary prawn lettuce scoops Make this simple and effortless, no-cook starter for a great alternative to the classic prawn cocktail on Christmas Day. Easy camembert toppers Jazz up baked camembert with one of these smart toppings. Four simple yet easy Christmas starters for entertaining over the festive season. If you love camembert, try our camembert and cranberry pithvier next. Scampi with soured cream dip This is a really easy way to offer people a bite with drinks without going to too much effort. You can swap the soured cream for mayo, if you prefer. The smörgåsbord Make this Swedish-inspired sharing feast for an impressive Christmas spread – it's a great alternative to a buffet if you're feeding a crowd at a gathering. Baked feta board This sharing board, where a block of salty feta is baked with sweet, sticky honey, will be the centrepiece on Christmas day. Slather the smooth cheese on crackers and top with gooey roast figs and crunchy almonds. If you love this, try our baked feta pasta recipe next for an easy midweek meal. Crab and prawn cocktail rolls Fans of prawn cocktail will love the look of these rolls at your festive spread. They're simple to whip up thanks to shop-bought prawn cocktail and brioche buns. Winter panzanella Ideal as a starter for a festive meal, recreate this winter version of panzanella using root veg with rich, tangy blue cheese. Pork and duck rillettes The perfect Christmas dinner starter, or just a special lunch, this velvety French dish is made with pork belly, goose fat, white wine and thyme. Serve with buttered toast, cornichons and pickled onions. Harissa lime prawn cocktail An absolute classic, made that bit more exciting by adding rose harissa paste and plenty of fresh lime to the mix. With only 15 minutes prep time, this is the perfect dinner party starter. See more prawn recipes. Duck, chicken and sour cherry terrine This terrine makes the perfect make-ahead starter for a festive dinner party. Fig, mozzarella and serrano ham salad Check out our easy fig recipe with creamy mozzarella, salty serrano ham and peppery rocket. These easy pickled figs make a simple recipe for your next dinner party with friends. Discover more juicy fig recipes. Beetroot soup Need a vegetarian Christmas starter? Get your festive feast off to a vibrant start with our creamy beetroot soup topped with crunchy, cheesy mini sourdough toasts. More beetroot recipes here... Blinis with a selection of toppings Make the blinis and whipped ricotta cream ahead, then add your choice of toppings for the perfect festive party snack. We've got some inventive ideas including fig, dolcelatte and truffle honey, plus pastrami pickle. Ham hock rillettes with pistachio salt Want an easy cold Christmas starter idea? Try ham hock rillettes with pistachio salt for fuss-free entertaining. Bread sauce and stuffing croquettes These crispy balls are easy to make and great at keeping a hungry crowd happy over the festive season, try them for an easy Christmas starter idea. We love our ham hock croquettes too. Scallop shell pies We serve these pretty pies in their original scallop shell and top with flaky puff pastry, a perfect Christmas dinner starter which will impress festive friends. Plenty of easy ways with scallops here... Salmon tartare with lemon and capers If you love serving smoked salmon for a Christmas Day starter, this is a great modern twist. The salmon is finely chopped and tossed in a fragrant dressing of lemon, shallots and capers. Serve with thin slices of melba toast. Rarebit mushrooms with pickle dressing Flat mushrooms topped with mustardy rarebit and served with a quick red wine vinegar dressing makes for an ideal veggie starter. It's gluten free, too! Grilled scallops with ’nduja butter Start Christmas dinner with a bang and serve these flavour-packed, spicy scallops in their shells. Use up the rest of your 'nduja with our best 'nduja recipes, from quick pastas to spicy mussels. Beer and rock salt pretzels with camembert dip These impressive pretzels are big, soft and doughy. They are made with beer rather than water, and topped with a sprinkle of rock salt for crunch – the perfect showoff, make-ahead Christmas starter. Homemade charcuterie Want an impressive yet achievable make-ahead Christmas starter? Check out how simple it is to make your own cured meats, including a seriously moreish duck ham, beef jerky and a stunning bresaola. French onion soup This deep beefy onion soup is topped with bubbling cheese melts, ideal for a comforting winter warmer or Christmas starter idea. Discover our best-ever cheese recipes here... Smoked black pudding croquettes with apple sauce Packed with smoky black pudding and creamy blue cheese, these crispy ball make for an easy yet indulgent canapé or Christmas dinner starter recipe. Classic manti Our classic manti are the perfect festive dinner party starter to impress guests. Warm hummus with pine nuts, raisins and olives Turn a storecupboard staple into this vibrant mezze dish and sprinkle with jewel-like pine nuts, raisins and olives for a quick and easy Christmas starter. Duck samosas Check out our impressive samosa recipe packed with tender duck, wrapped in super flaky pastry and served with a fresh coriander chutney – perfect for entertaining over the festive season. Mozzarella sticks with spicy dipping sauce Try our gooey mozzarella sticks with a punchy dipping sauce for an easy yet indulgent Christmas starter idea. Blocks of mozzarella stand up better to deep-frying and will still give you that cheesy, stringy ooze. Baked berbere chicken wings Do you love chicken wings? Check out this easy recipe with a fiery Ethiopian twist. Packed with punchy flavour, these wings make the perfect snack for any dinner party or Christmas feasting.
Hosting a New Year's Eve party? From finger food and crowdpleasing mains, to showstopping desserts and sparkly cocktails, you're sure to bring in 2026 in style with these recipes
Hosting a New Year's Eve party? Check out our easy party food for New Year's Eve. Try our fun canapé ideas and hassle-free finger food including vegetarian canapés, posh little avocado on toast and mini lobster rolls. We've got some great sharing mains, from beef chilli and tacos to fried chicken buns. Our festive cocktails sparkle up your party and our easy yet show-stopping desserts will catch everyone's eye. New Year's Eve party finger food Check out our easy canapé recipes and finger food for your new year party. Also check out our vegetarian canapé recipes for meat-free bites. Pickled melon and prosciutto skewers Give your festive canapés a fresh twist with these pickled melon and prosciutto skewers – the quick pickle adds a bright, tangy lift to this classic combo. Harissa hot wings with hazelnut dukkah Make your own nutty dukkah as a dip for these chicken wings spiced up with harissa and Frank's RedHot sauce. This will make more dukkah than you’ll need, but will keep for a few weeks in a sealed jar. Discover more of our best harissa recipes here. Classic potato wedges Perfectly golden, crispy potato wedges with dollops of soured cream and salsa are guaranteed to satisfy hungry guests. Radish butter terrine Radishes and butter are a timeless pairing, perfect for a chic starter or elegant nibble – just slice and spread over crisp rye toast for instant sophistication. Maple-glazed sausage blinis Kick off a festive party with these easy canapés, turning cocktail sausages into impressive bitesize party food. See more ideas for blini toppings. Baby new potatoes wrapped in bacon with harissa cheese dip Try these baby new potatoes wrapped in crispy bacon with a punchy, creamy harissa soft cheese dip. This simple bite-size potato skewers recipe make an easy party snack recipe. Chicken tenders with garlic parmesan These make great finger food for a large gathering – serve with cute cocktail sticks for spearing. Brussels sprouts bhaji snacks with raita Coated lightly in spices and served with a fresh minty dip, these crispy sprout clusters make a great starter at a winter dinner party. Make the most of this seasonal veg with more brussels sprout recipes. Crispy vegetable peelings with curry salt Use up all your veggie peelings, as well as any loose left-over veg, and use them to make these epic crisps with an easy curry spice, perfect nibbles for a hungry crowd. Chilli-and-marmalade-glazed pork belly squares Kick off a festive party with our easy canapés. These sticky-sweet bites can be partly prepared ahead for fuss-free entertaining. Pickled beetroot tacos with goat’s cheese Kick off a festive party with these easy vegetarian canapés perfect for fuss-free hosting. Sticky miso nuts and seeds If salted caramel is your bag, then get ready for miso caramel – a heady mix of the salt and sweet combination with a shed load of umami, perfect snacking for a crowd. Check out more of our best miso recipes here. Bombay samosas Check out our Bombay-style samosas. We cook the veg in water rather than frying them to make a lighter version of the classic samosa, ideal for healthy dinner party snacks. Indian nachos Give this classic cheesy snack an Indian twist with crispy curried chickpeas and minty yogurt sauce. Smoked black pudding croquettes with apple sauce Check out our indulgent crispy potato croquettes. Packed with smoked black pudding and creamy blue cheese, this recipe is perfect for an impressive canapé. Spring onion bhajis with mint and coriander chutney Try our crispy spring onion bhajis with a fresh and vibrant mint and coriander chutney. Make these bhajis for an impressive way to start your New Year's Eve party. Devilled coronation eggs Hosting a party this New Year's Eve? Make our simple coronation chicken devilled eggs. This easy recipe combines a retro canapé with a simple classic British sandwich for the perfect party food. Party tartines Looking for quick and easy party food recipes? Check out these super simple party tartines. More substantial than canapés, these pretty open sandwiches will satisfy the greediest guests. Fig and goat’s cheese puffs The easiest party finger food, ready in half an hour – these puff pastry tarts topped with goat’s cheese and figs make for the perfect canapé for a New Year's Eve party. Pork and prawn dumplings If you're looking for an alternative New Year's Eve canapé recipe, try these pork and prawn dumplings with our step-by-step guide. The chestnuts add a festive touch. Avocado and prawn cocktail toasts If you're looking to make a light canapé this New Year's Eve, why not make these avocado and prawn cocktail toasts. They're a modern twist on a prawn cocktail and count for one of your five a day. While they look fancy, they're easy and quick to make. Thai-style fishcakes with sweet and sour cucumber pickle Thai fishcakes are great party food as you can fry them in advance and keep warm in the oven. The easy cucumber pickle adds an authentic Southeast Asian touch. Caramelised onion and chorizo nachos If you're hosting a New Year's Eve party, why not make a batch of nachos? These caramelised onion and chorizo nachos are cheesy, spicy and smoky. This easy recipe is great for a celebration and lots of fun to eat. Mozzarella sticks with spicy dipping sauce Try our gooey mozzarella sticks with a punchy dipping sauce for an indulgent finger food recipe. These make great sharing food, but will be very popular so make a few batches for your party. Mini lobster rolls These mini lobster rolls are easy to make but look impressive - perfect for hassle-free entertaining over new year. Spiced cod fritters with harissa honey dip Every party needs food with a spicy kick, and these fritters will tick that box. These spiced cod fritters are easy to snack on, and also make great nibbles before a dinner party. Pork-belly skewers with Vietnamese caramel sauce These pork-belly skewers with Vietnamese caramel sauce make easy but impressive canapés for New Year's Eve. The pork belly makes a great alternative finger food dish. Avocado fries Forget chips, we're making these avocado fries for our party this year. The creamy wedges of avocado are coated in toasty shards of crunchy corn tortilla are are great to snack on while seeing the new year in. Baked camembert toppers For more substantial party food jazz up whole baked camemberts with simple but luxurious vegetarian toppings, like wild mushrooms, maple pecans, cranberry with port and thyme or pine nuts, rosemary and garlic. These are show-stopping yet easy sharing food for your party this New Year's Eve. Fried chicken buns This crowd pleaser is great scaled up for when you have unexpected guests round this festive season. All you need are some chicken thigh fillets, salad, mango chutney and soft rolls and you're finger food is sorted. Posh cheese, bacon and fig toasties We love a cheese toastie, especially after a few glasses of Prosecco, so why not make this posh toasted cheese sandwich with added bacon, caramelised onion marmalade and figs this new year? Whip these up for your guests towards the end of the evening, after they've partied the night away! Filo-baked fresh figs stuffed with peppered goat’s cheese Check out our vegetarian recipe for crunchy filo-baked fresh figs stuffed with peppered goat’s cheese. This recipe makes a great little nibble for your party that’s really easy to make. Quick pork and bean tacos These quick pork and bean tacos are the perfect finger food recipe for your New Year's Eve party that are slightly different from your average canapé. Put everything on the table and let people help themselves. New Year's Eve party sharing dishes Looking for dinner party ideas? Check out our sharing food recipes for New Year's Eve party to celebrate the new year. From fried chicken to mac and cheese, we've got indulgent dishes for you to try. If you're looking for more dinner party main dishes, click here Salmon with crispy spuds and zhoug Perk up your party buffet with this punchy side of salmon served with crispy potatoes, perfect for entertaining over the festive season. Tear ‘n’ share sausage roll Perk up your party buffet with our epic sausage roll and camembert wheel. Buttermilk-fried Frazzles chicken Looking for easy entertaining recipes? Make our crispy buttermilk-fried Frazzles chicken. This moreish recipe is the perfect way to feed a crowd at New Year's Eve. Lamb carnitas These gluten free, slow-cooked lamb tortillas are great for a feast between friends. It's easy to make and everyone can get stuck in and make their own. Smoked aubergine and pepper salad Sabrina Ghayour's recipe for sweet and smokey aubergine salad would make the perfect addition to a generous sharing spread. Infused with the flavours of Persia, it's a little bit of middle-Eastern magic for you and your friends to enjoy. Pulled lamb with plum-sriracha Check out our pulled lamb recipe with a sweet plum-sriracha marinade. This lamb is slow cooked for six hours and then is best served in the middle of the table for perfect sharing food for a dinner party. Fall-apart vindaloo with red onion mint chutney If you love curry, you'll love our vindaloo recipe. Serve this curry with rice and homemade mint chutney at your dinner party as a great way to see in the new year. Meatball, sage and squash lasagne Cooking for a crowd this New Year's Eve? Make our easy meatball lasagne recipe with sage and squash. This indulgent recipe will make it the best New Year's Eve party, just make sure to serve with lots of garlic bread. Best-ever tear-and-share garlic bread Garlic bread is always a crowd-pleaser, especially at a party. This is our recipe for the best-ever tear-and-share garlic bread which not only looks fantastic, but is packed with mozzarella and parmesan as well as the garlic butter. Your guests won't want to leave the party. Persian aubergine bake If you're looking for show-stopping vegetarian recipes to make for your dinner party this new year, try our Persian aubergine bake. It's gluten free, too, so everyone at the party can enjoy it. Lobster mac 'n' cheese How do you make mac 'n' cheese even better? You add lobster. This impressive mac 'n' cheese recipe with lobster is a luxurious treat that would go down well with a hungry crowd at a New Year’s Eve celebration dinner. New Year's Eve party puddings Every party needs dessert, so check out our dessert recipes for a new year party. Whether you want chocolate dessert recipes or Baileys desserts, we've got a selection of recipes for desserts. If you want more recipes, check out our easy Christmas dessert recipes, here Chocolate and hazelnut profiterole stack Looking for an impressive dessert to serve family and friends at your party? Check out this show-stopping chocolate and hazelnut profiterole stack. With creamy Nutella filling and crunchy hazelnut brittle, this stunning recipe is the perfect end to a dinner party. Spiced rum bamkuchen If you want a dessert that will wow your guests over the new year, this spiced rum bamkuchen will be just the thing. Not only does it look impressive, it tastes impressive too. With a warm spicy flavour, and a generous covering of sweet chocolate, it would be a great cake to end the year on. Struffoli Crisp on the outside and light and fluffy on the inside, struffoli are traditional treats from Naples, Italy, and are often served with honey and other sweet ingredients - perfect for the festive season. This dessert recipe is great sharing food for your party. Baked blueberry donuts with lemon glaze These baked blueberry doughnuts with lemon glaze look fantastic, taste delicious and are surprisingly easy to make. They're a great finger food dessert for your New Year's Eve party. Baileys tiramisu If you want a dessert that friends can just dig into, this is a great option. Rich and creamy, it's perfect for soaking up lots of Prosecco. Why not make a few desserts that you can just put out on the table and leave people to it? White chocolate salami This white chocolate salami is really easy to make but looks impressive. Slice and serve up to your party guests this New Year's Eve. Eggnog custard tart If you love egg custard tarts then you'll love Edd Kimber's Christmas inspired eggnog custard tart. Why not impress your guests with this dessert recipe, it may take a little time to make, but it's definitely worth it for your party this year. Mojito cake Soak light and airy sponges in a mojito-infused sugar syrup, then cover with a zingy lime buttercream. This mojito cake will go down well at New Year's Eve with your hungry crowd. Bourbon biscuit brownies Brownies are universally popular and are great for all occasions, so why not serve them on New Year's Eve? We suggest making a double batch of these indulgent brownies, as the first lot will be gone in minutes. Baileys pavlova Looking for a show-stopping Baileys recipe to make to celebrate the end of the year? Try this pavlova with Irish cream for an easy dessert. If you want even more Irish cream recipes, click here Churros with hot chocolate sauce Everyone loves Spanish churros and they won’t be able to believe these are homemade! The rich, indulgent hot chocolate sauce is also delicious over ice cream. These treats will be a great addition to any New Year's Eve party spread. Olive oil chocolate pots with orange and sea salt These olive oil chocolate pots with orange and sea salt are seriously creamy and indulgent. They're super simple to make and are a great chocolate dessert recipe for your dinner party. Sweet miso caramels If you're a fan of savoury snacks, but fancy making a sweet nibble to offer your guests, make these sweet miso caramels. They're sweet and salty as well as being incredibly moreish. Pop a few on a plate and pass them around at New Year's Eve. White chocolate roulade with Baileys We've gone and put white chocolate and Baileys together to make this roulade. It's easy to make and requires very little effort, so you'll have even more time to party the night away. Chocolate and salted caramel ice-cream bombe Why not make our impressive frozen chocolate and ice cream dessert recipe for your party this year? This easy chocolate bombe recipe uses chocolate Swiss roll cake and Maltesers for extra indulgence and crunch. Make it ahead and then serve it at your New Year's Eve gathering. Salted butterscotch popcorn cheesecake Everyone loves a show-stopping dessert, and this salted caramel cheesecake recipe from Rosie Birkett has a salted butterscotch twist. You can make part of this recipe ahead so you have less to think about come New Year's Eve. New Year's Eve cocktails New Year's Eve wouldn't be complete without a few cocktails, so check out our favourite cocktail recipes. Whether you want alcoholic drinks recipes or non alcoholic drinks, we've got a selection of recipes from margaritas to Champagne cocktails and negroni cocktails. If you want more festive drinks recipes, click here Winter-spiced pear cocktail This cocktail brings a mojito and a glass of mulled wine into one glass. Warm and spicy with a silky texture, it's as festive as it gets. If you make the pear syrup in advance, it's incredibly quick and easy to make when your guests arrive at your party. Marmalade and mandarin mojito Marmalade mojitos make a deliciously jammy cocktail, made to look really delicious with mandarin slices and star anise. This cocktail recipe is quick to make and great for a party. Negroni sbagliato Our negroni sbagliato is a great festive fizz. Swapping gin for prosecco makes for a lighter negroni for your guests to enjoy at their party this year. White sparkle A great sparkling New Year's party cocktail. After you have decorated the Champagne flutes, chill them by putting in the freezer for a short while or filling with ice for a few minutes. Orange and rosemary fizz If you love Buck's Fizz, but fancy something non alcoholic this year, try this orange and rosemary fizz. The cinnamon and pomegranate makes it a great festive drink that everyone can enjoy on New Year's Eve. Frozen mango and lime margaritas Margaritas are great party cocktail and also make an ideal accompaniment to Mexican dishes. Our frozen margarita is perfect to cool your guests down through a night of dancing this new year, with sweet mango and a dash of lime.