Appetizers

I made these for what was supposed to be a “small” gathering that turned into a full-blown drinks-and-canapés affair—and let me tell you, these little …

I made this pâté for a weekend lunch with my in-laws—a risky time to try something new, I’ll admit. I’d made salmon pâté before, but …

The first time I made these, I was racing the clock before guests arrived. I’d planned a full spread—because of course I had—and forgot I’d …

These tarts were my accidental “I’ve got guests coming” hit. I made them on a whim, mostly because I had a rogue courgette and a …

This one nearly didn’t happen. I was halfway through prep when I realised I’d forgotten to defrost the squid. Rookie move. But once I got …

I made these little smoked salmon sandwiches for a family lunch where I needed something that looked like I’d really tried—without actually trying. I had …

I made these bites for a lazy summer lunch when I had a friend dropping by and nothing prepped except a chilled bottle of white …

This easy Mary Berry Somerset Cheddar Cheese Straws recipe is perfect for a quick snack or party treat. With a crispy texture and cheesy flavor, …

The first time I made these Sweet Chilli Prawn Canapés, I was late, flustered, and missing a muffin tin. Classic. I ended up pressing the …

I’ll be honest—when I first saw yogurt in a hummus recipe, I winced a bit. I’m a chickpea purist at heart. But I was testing …