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Peanut butter clusters
These chocolate noodle balls are an old favourite of mine and are perfect to have ...
Onion tarte tatin
This easy-to-make canape has been one of the best selling items on the menu at The ...
Tomato ceviche
I have a houseful of hungry young people, who are always keen to rush out and grab a ...
Honey and walnut bread
A stronger flavoured honey such as manuka, kamahi or beechwood honeydew works well in ...
Sourdough crumbed lamb cigars with minted agrodolce
This is a tasty little finger food idea that makes great use of lamb mince
Roast duck spring rolls with chilli lime dipping sauce
Spring rolls can be made ahead of time but must be covered with a damp cloth to avoid ...
Glorious green dip with pita crisps
Homemade dips are surprisingly easy if you have a food processor and good because you ...
Roast asparagus and prosciutto rolls
As much as I love a big dinner party, it’s also great to have a more low-key ...
Tortilla crisps with edamame puree and sashimi
The edamame puree and sesame aioli can both be made the day before and kept ...
Blini with goat's cheese, honey and micro greens
I always start a dinner party with eye-catching canapes rather than a more formal entree
Paella croquettes, smoked paprika aioli and parsley salt
A great do-ahead tapa created by Parnell's 46 & York
Smoky aubergine and macadamia nut dip
A twist on baba ghanoush, with less tahini, and I have added yoghurt and macadamia ...
Marinated bocconcini
Warren Elwin uses fresh buffalo mozzarella and bocconcini to add a touch of Italy