Starters

Tzatziki This simple Greek cucumber, yogurt and fresh herb dip makes a good start to a casual meal, served with a selection of crudités.
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Taramasalata Tarama is Turkish for the salted and dried roe of grey mullet traditionally used in this recipe. Serve with flat bread and olives.
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Tapenade A full-flavoured olive spread, popular in the Mediterranean in a spread of appetizers such as stuffed vine leaves and olives.
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Smoked trout, goat's cheese wraps A delicious blend of smoked trout and herbed goat’s cheese in a tortilla wrap make ideal finger food for a cocktail event.
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Smoked salmon potato cakes This popular restaurant starter is easy to make at home and can be prepared the day before to save time on your dinner day.
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Smoked salmon blinis Blinis are melt-in-the-mouth bases for bite-sized party canapés, with two variations given here - buckwheat and polenta.
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Smoked salmon rolls Easy to make with infinite variations, these can be served as a party appetizer with drinks, or as a first course with a salad garnish.
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Smoked chicken, tarragon mousse Quick, healthy, and impressive - chicory leaves are a great alternative to crackers or bread to serve this creamy chicken mousse.
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Sausage rolls These bite-sized rolls are a perennial favourite with children (and adults!) and are perfect for parties or take-away lunches.
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Wild mushroom and chive tartlets These substantial mushroom and chive hollandaise tartlets are a good meatless appetizer option.
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Vegetable samosas Serve these Indian pastries hot or cold. In India, they would be fried in ghee, but oil works equally well. Try the lamb version as well.
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Stuffed filo tartlets A stylish appetizer that requires a bit of time to prepare, but which is guaranteed to visually and gastronomically impress.
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Anchovy and olive bruschetta These salty canapés are ideal with pre-dinner drinks and go equally well with a long cold glass of beer, beats peanuts hands down!
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Cheese straws This classic, quick, and easy appetizer can be served with drinks at any occasion. Vary the cheese or add nuts according to your taste.
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Pizzette Mini party pizzas are easy to eat and a hit with all. Try our topping suggestions or create your own favourite combinations.
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Vegetable samosas Serve these Indian pastries hot or cold. In India, they would be fried in ghee, but oil works equally well. Try the lamb version as well.
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White bean soup This thick soup from northern Italy, made from cannellini beans, is guaranteed to keep out the winter chill.
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Watercress soup Serve this velvety smooth soup hot, topped with shavings of Parmesan cheese or chilled with crushed ice and a little olive oil.
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Vichyssoise Despite its French name, this silky, smooth iced potato and leek soup originates from America and may also be served hot.
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