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New Year's Eve party food ideas

Whether you’re throwing a lavish bash or having an intimate gathering, we have all the party food ideas you need. Our moreish canapés and sharing dishes are hassle-free and quick to make, leaving you more time to enjoy the celebrations.

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Host an unforgettable Christmas celebration with this impressive party platter, showcasing the best of classic British flavours
Best of British platter
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The woody-smokiness of salmon and the delicate fragrance of chives are mixed with luxurious soured cream in this elegant festive canapé
Smoked salmon and chive vol au vents
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Gooey Cheddar pairs beautifully with smoky paprika and chipotle chilli beans in these gorgeous quesadillas
Mini chipotle bean and cheese quesadillas
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Made with light, crisp pastry, filled with creamy goat's cheese and topped with a sweet red onion relish, these delicious buns are perfect for serving as a canapé or starter
Creamy goat's cheese choux buns
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Give your chocolate brownie bites an indulgent twist with this delicious rum and raising topping, made with double cream and icing sugar
Rum and raisin brownies
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This Reuben may be mini but is filled to the brim with with salty pastrami and creamy Emmental
Mini toasted Reuben sandwiches
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Serve up simple Christmas canapés that layer crostini with mustard piccalilli and zesty, herby ham hock
Ham hock toasts
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Impress your guests at your next drinks party with these fabulous Asian-inspired pork canapés: everyone will be coming back for seconds, guaranteed.
Sticky pork belly skewers
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Patatas bravas
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No tapas feast is complete without some spicy patatas bravas. In our version, roast potatoes are coated in a smoky tomato sauce with garlic, chilli and rosemary
  • Serves 6
  • 35 mins
  • 313 calories
Spicy beef and tomato sausage rolls
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Gorgeously golden on top and wonderfully spicy with a mix of beef, sun-dried tomato paste, chilli flakes and red onion, these party bites are a real crowd-pleaser
  • Serves 0
  • 60 mins
  • 134 calories
Roasted sweet potato rounds
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These sweet potato rounds are perfect for a special occasion or as part of a festive feast. They are easy to make and can be prepared ahead, so there’s no hassle on the day. The roasted sweet potato discs make a delicious base for a whipped feta topping, s
  • Serves 4
  • 15 mins to prepare and 40 mins to cook, plus cooling
  • 394 calories
Chocolate vegan fudge
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Make this creamy vegan chocolate fudge recipe for an elegant after-dinner nibble or sweet treat to share on the sofa this Christmas.
  • Serves 36
  • 5 mins to prepare and 5 mins to cook, plus cooling
  • 71 calories
Pigs in blankets
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Your Christmas dinner just wouldn't be complete without classic pigs in blankets! This easy Christmas side dish takes Cumberland sausages and blankets them in streaky bacon, coating with a fragrant honey, mustard and rosemary sauce before cooking
  • Serves 10
  • 18-20 mins to cook
  • 104 calories
Spanish-style chicken skewers with spicy yogurt dipping sauce
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Bursting with flavour, these chicken skewers are perfect for a party
  • Serves 4
  • 30 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook, plus marinating time
  • 76 calories
Baked falafel bites
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Hosting a Christmas party this year? Make these baked falafel bites for a gluten-free and vegan canapé - simply blitz in a food processor and bake until irresistibly crisp and golden.
  • Serves 18
  • 40 mins
  • 44 calories
Halloumi pigs in blankets
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This vegetarian alternative to traditional pigs in blankets is sure to be a winning element to any buffet, and also works perfectly as an easy vegetarian starter. With aubergine and halloumi instead of bacon and sausages, these tasty rolls are still hearty
  • Serves 4
  • 15 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook
  • 200 calories

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