Pickled pears & cheese platter

This stunning prepare-ahead starter can be served on individual plates, or just gather everyone around for drinks in the kitchen

Stilton & chutney rarebit bites

The chutney for this moreish canape can be
made in bigger quantities and stored in jars for a couple of
months – delicious with cheese and crackers

Thai mango, chilli & lime cups

Serve these quick, zingy vegetarian nibbles at your next party

Lime & coconut dhal

A vegetarian dip with a fresh zesty flavour, your party guests will hover around this one

Wild mushroom & Parmesan vol-au-vent filling

For a great party canapé, fill puff pastry cases with creamy wild porcini and chestnut mushrooms

Easy cheese & onion slice

This cheesy dish is a great buffet recipe for guests to just help themselves to

Feta & cucumber bites

These decorative canapés look impressive when laid out – flavour your ricotta cheese filling with dill and garlic

Red pepper, walnut & goat’s cheese palmiers

These mini French pastry swirls with soft cheese are a great cheat’s canapé – quick, simple and stunning

Truffled parsnip & Parmesan bruschetta

Scented truffle oil and fresh Parmesan make humble parsnips the star in this tasty Christmas canapé

Parmesan, poppy seed & caraway twists

These vegetarian and gluten-free twists are perfect to serve with festive drinks