Prepare these vegan mushroom pâté with candied walnuts canapés ahead of time. When the party starts, all you need to do is pop them in the oven!

Serve this easy vegetarian pâté as a starter at a dinner party. It's a great partner to toast, mini crispbreads and cornichons

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Whether served as a starter or part of a buffet, Barney’s smart make-ahead terrine will be sure to impress

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Cured slow-cooked pork is a great foundation for a coarse pâté style starter and can be made in advance

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
A rustic terrine with French toasts makes an excellent starter for a special meal and it costs very little to make

Whizz up sustainable smoked fish with horseradish, lemon and cream cheese, plus a little spinach for colour, then serve with toast as a light starter

If you’re not a confident pastry-maker, you can use shop-bought pastry – you’ll find it easier to handle and the result will still be delicious

A little parfait makes Christmas complete, try making your own with Barney’s festive recipe

Making your own paté is an extra-special touch- this version is flavoured with wine, cream, garlic and sage

This delicious, unashamedly rich starter is the sort of dish that makes entertaining stress-free, as it can be made up to three days ahead