Seared Scallops Wrapped in Pancetta on a bed of Pea & Mint Risotto
A fresh and flavourful first course that’s bound to impress.
Blue Cheese and Caramelised Onion Tarts
This is a wonderful starter which can prepare in advance. Use your favourite creamy blue cheese to create this delicious dish.
Leek and Roquefort Tart with Caramelised Apple and Pine Nut Dressing
This is a wonderful starter which you can prepare in advance to create this delicious dish.
Courgette, Feta & Mint Fritters
This is a very tasty light starter or can be part of a meze spread. You can prepare this dish in advance and reheat in a low oven when ready to serve.
Spiced Potted Beef
This is a great starter that can be made ahead as it will keep in the fridge for up to three days. Delicious served spread onto fresh, crusty bread or hot toast.
Clams with Aioli
A delicious alternative to moules mariniere! The aioli helps make a wonderful flavoursome sauce – serve with crusty baguette.
Globe Artichoke with Dijon Mustard Vinaigrette
A very simple but delicious dish for a summer’s day!
Portobello Mushrooms Stuffed with Vegetarian Haggis
A delicious vegetarian starter which is full of flavour! It is easy to prepare and can be made ahead.
Goat’s Cheese Pate with Red Onion Marmalade
This wonderfully light pate with fresh herbs is the perfect accompaniment for this sweet and sour marmalade served with crusty bread. Prepare the day before for a stress-free starter.
Prawn Margarita – marinated in Tequila, Lime & Salt
This is a delicious starter. A summer favourite that is really easy to prepare, hassle-free entertaining!
The best Chicken Tikka
A most delicious and succulent aromatic chicken tikka starter served with fresh cooling coriander chutney with a kick!
Leek & Potato Soup
A smooth, velvety and rich vegetable soup that is full of flavour – the ultimate comforting winter soup!
Curried Scotch Eggs
The spiced sausage meat is a welcome addition to this classic snack! They taste absolutely delicious – maybe the best I’ve ever tasted!
Ham & Lentil Soup
The perfect soup for a chilly day, make the day before as it tastes even better the next day!
Chicken Liver Pate with Red Wine & Onion Marmalade
This is an inexpensive, delicious, easy to make but very elegant starter to impress your guests!
Thai Fishcakes with Cucumber Dipping Sauce
Hot, spicy and wonderfully moreish – these delicious fish cakes make a fabulous first course, especially if the rest of the meal has a spicy theme.
Tortellini with Ricotta, Lemon & Sage Butter Sauce
This is a delicious starter or main, the Lemon & Ricotta is a wonderful combination that gives the dish a delicate fresh taste. Delicious!
Moules au Cidre (Mussels in Cider)
An absolutely gorgeous starter – steamed mussels and cider are a perfect flavour combination!
Crab, Leek & Gruyere Cheese Tart
This absolutely delicious tart can be served as a main or as a brilliant starter. This is perfect for entertaining and can be made in advance!
Shallot & Lemon Crab Cakes with Aioli
Fresh lemons, shallots and lemon juice bring out all the great flavours in these crispy crab cakes. Be careful not to overcook or they’ll be dry, instead of moist and delicate.