Tag : Starter
As with all of our recipes, they are best served as part of a meal. We have a meal planner that helps you plan your weeks meals.
You choose a recipe, drag it to you chosen day and drop it into the meal area. This is divided into breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. You can add new meals if you wish such as High Tea, Lunch Boxes, Snacks etc. You just repeat the recipes until your diary is full as you wish. The section also produces a shopping list which you can print. This way you will have every ingredient you need. If you already have something, you can cross it through before printing.
Mushroom Soup
A delicious bowl of mushroom soup when you want a meal that feels both warming and satisfying is a perfect match. The rich aroma of...
Vegetable Samosas with Green Chutney Dip
I have to admit that samosas were one of those foods I always bought rather than attempted at home. They looked so neat and professional,...
Cantonese Prawns
As a Cantonese cook, I love dishes that look beautiful, smell tempting and still allow the main ingredient to shine. These Cantonese Prawns are a...
Prawn Ceviche
There is something wonderfully exciting about discovering a dish that feels completely different from the usual family favourites. Prawn Ceviche is one of those dishes...
Octopus Taco
A good Mexican taco can be simple, colourful and packed with flavour. Better still, it does not need a long list of ingredients to make...
Cider Mussels with Celery
There are few seafood dishes I enjoy more than a generous bowl of freshly cooked mussels. They have that wonderful ability to turn a handful...
Pan Fried Prawns and Chilli Sauce
There is something wonderfully inviting about a plate of prawns arriving at the table with a bowl of glossy chilli sauce alongside it. The combination...
Chilli Cheese Nibbles
There is something wonderfully tempting about a bowl of freshly fried cheese nibbles sitting in the middle of a table. You tell yourself you will...
Japanese Beef Dumplings
Japanese beef dumplings offer everything I love in a comforting homemade meal. They look delicate, yet they hide a wonderfully rich filling inside. Every bite...
Spicy Prawn Ceviche
Some meals wake up your taste buds from the very first bite, and Spicy Prawn Ceviche does exactly that. Bright colours, crisp textures, and bold...
Mozzarella Arancini
Some dishes have a wonderful way of bringing people together before the main meal even begins. Place a plate of freshly cooked Mozzarella Arancini in...
Pork Belly Dumplings
Some dishes impress with bold colours, while others win people over with their texture and aroma. Pork Belly Dumplings belong firmly in the second group....
Cheesy Rice Stuffed Tomato
Sometimes the best dishes are not the ones with the longest ingredient list. Instead, they are the recipes that turn kitchen staples into something colourful,...
Fish Finger Food
Some of the best food ideas arrive when you stop trying too hard. That certainly happened with my Fish Finger Food. I wanted something fun,...
Avocado Salmon Nibbles
Avocado Salmon Nibbles sit firmly in the category of one of my favourite nibbles. They look colourful, taste wonderfully fresh and disappear from the serving...
Fig and Cheese Salad
Some dishes never need to shout to make an impression. They simply arrive at the table looking colourful, fresh, and inviting. Fig and Cheese Salad...
Grilled Prawn Cerviche
Few dishes manage to look as impressive as they taste, yet Grilled Prawn Ceviche does exactly that. This colourful dish combines perfectly grilled king prawns...
Garlic Mushrooms with Crostini
When I host a dinner party, I like to begin the meal with something that feels special without being overly complicated. Garlic Mushrooms with Crostini...
Japanese Scallops
I have always enjoyed dishes that look impressive but remain simple at heart. Japanese Scallops known as Hotate Mentaiyaki is one of those wonderful recipes....
Prawn Avocado Sushi
There are certain dishes that make people stop and look twice when they arrive at the table. Prawn Avocado Sushi is definitely one of them....
Bacon Baguette Canapes
There are some dishes that prove simple food can still feel special and be suitable for parties. Bacon Baguette Canapes sit proudly in that group....
Trout Chilli Pate
Summer always feels like the right time for lighter dishes. Heavy meals often lose their appeal when the weather turns warm. Instead, fresh flavours and...
Bacon and Corn Chowder
There is something comforting about a bowl of chowder on a cool evening. It feels hearty, filling, and welcoming from the very first spoonful. This...
Smoked Trout
Smoked trout holds a quiet charm that never fails to impress. I have smoked fish for years, and yet this one still feels special. The...
Summer Salmon Starter
A Summer Salmon Starter feels fresh, bright, and quietly indulgent. It also comes together with very little effort, which makes it perfect for relaxed entertaining....
Seafood Batagor
Seafood Batagor is one of those street food gems that instantly captures attention. Originating from Indonesia, this dish brings together bold flavour, crisp texture, and...
Peppered Mackerel Fillets
Peppered mackerel fillets have become one of my favourite way to season and cook fresh fish. Over the years I have cooked mackerel in many...
Perfect Pan Fried Prawns
Some dishes prove that great flavour does not require long ingredient lists or complicated preparation and this is one of my favourites. Perfect Pan Fried...
Beef Snack Board
A well-prepared snack board always brings people together, yet few options feel as satisfying as a rich and hearty beef snack board. This simple presentation...
Sticky Soy Chicken Wings
Sticky Soy Chicken Wings is one of those dishes that disappears almost as quickly as it reaches the table. They feel indulgent, comforting, and deeply...
Panipuri Nibbles
If you’re after a dish that instantly sparks curiosity and excitement at the table, Panipuri Nibbles are hard to beat. The moment these delicate, golden...
Barbecued Wings
A big platter of Barbecued Wings placed in the middle of the table is one of the few things that makes my family go quiet....
Asian Shrimp Tempura
Asian Shrimp Tempura is one of those dishes that manages to feel both indulgent and surprisingly light. As a home cook, I’m always drawn to...
Bulgur Kofte
As a home cook, there are certain dishes that instantly transport you to another place, even if you’re standing in your own kitchen. Bulgur Kofte...
Cider Mussels
There are some dishes that feel like a small celebration the moment you set them down on the table, and Cider Mussels are very much...
Grilled Prawns
The moment prawns hit a hot grill is a lovely moment. The gentle sizzle, the aroma of garlic mingling with warm olive oil, and that...