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Good things really do come in small packages when it comes to party food - from moreish dips to perfect mini mouthfuls. If you're throwing a party, look no further than our tempting selection of shareable, bitesize ideas.
A wintry version of the classic peach Bellini, perfect for the Christmas holidays
This fragrant almond tart is a classic British dessert and true family favourite. This traditional Bakewell tart recipe includes buttery homemade pastry with a thick layer of raspberry jam and a soft frangipane topping.
These bite-sized cubes of pork belly are coated in a sticky glaze of lime, sesame seeds and soy sauce
Try this easy non-alcoholic punch for a pretty Christmas mocktail. With festive cranberry and pomegranate juices, this sparkling punch takes just 5 mins to mix together for an easy way to serve a party crowd.
This white port and tonic could be your new favourite cocktail. It has a gorgeous mix of flavours – sweet blackberries, zingy lime and fresh mint – and is a great one to serve at Christmas. Cheers!
With dark rum, sweet Advocaat and warming winter spices, this gingerbread twist on classic Christmas eggnog is the ideal festive tipple
Add a sweet, festive twist to a classic mojito recipe with a surprising secret ingredient – marmalade!
Swap the mulled wine and warm up this winter with this hot buttered cognac recipe. Infuse cognac with plenty of festive spices and serve warm for a cosy Christmas drink idea.
The classic Irish mudslide gets a makeover with the help of triple chocolate ice cream
Inspired by the classic dark and stormy cocktail, this Christmas version uses ginger syrup for extra festive flavours. Try serving this up at your next Christmas party to show off your cocktail making skills.
Marmalade lends this delicious cocktail a homely citric-sweetness. Combined with the glittery rims on the champagne glasses and the elegantly fragrant bubbles of the prosecco, there is no cocktail more perfect for toasting in the festive season.
For a Christmas cocktail that's sure to warm you up on cosy nights in, try classic mulled wine with an aromatic vermouth twist
Make Christmas special with this sparkling clementine prosecco cocktail. Jazz up a bottle of prosecco with fruity orange liqueur and tangy clementine juice for a truly festive party tipple.
We've given Aperol spritz a festive spin with cranberry juice and rosemary. Make this in a jug ahead of time, then pour when your guests arrive - the perfect Christmas party cocktail.
Try this British classic in miniature for an inventive Christmas party canapé.
If you're struggling to think of the perfect party food for your next celebration, try these delicious pastry straws, filled with tasty tahini (or peanut butter, if you prefer) and sweet honey
Indulge your sweet tooth with this non-alcoholic twist on a classic white Russian cocktail. With strong coffee, cream and a drizzle of sweet salted caramel sauce, this is the ultimate grown up mocktail to try this Christmas.
With just 5 ingredients, this classic French dessert is a simple showstopper. You don't need a blowtorch for this recipe, simply pop the brûlées under the grill until they're golden and crispy.
These elegant chocolate discs are studded with dried fruit, nuts and crystallised ginger for a touch of spice
Flakes of smoked mackerel are mixed with fresh herbs and cream cheese in this indulgent pâté
Stack your Christmas dessert high and wow the crowd with this clementine panettone tower
A simple but stylish DIY dessert platter to please those with a sweet tooth this Christmas
The warming hug-in-a-sip hot toddy was the inspiration behind these dessert canapé cakes made with honey, lemon and whisky.
Bake a batch of vegetarian sausage rolls for a crowd-pleasing snack, whether at a Boxing Day buffet or a family picnic. With a creamy spinach and ricotta filling wrapped in crisp puff pastry, these easy bakes are sure to go down a treat.
A lovely vegetarian Middle Eastern inspired canapé made with aubergine, tahini and pomegranate seeds. Put together a platter of these for your next gathering and they’ll all be coming back for more.
Try this mouthwatering tart for an unusual way to use sprouts and crumbly Wensleydale cheese.
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
Upgrade your sausage roll recipe this season with the addition of softened leeks, zesty cranberry sauce and crunchy nigella seeds
Baked tortilla wrap triangles topped with ready-prepared chicken make a tasty dairy-free canapé recipe that’s both quick and easy to put together: perfect for a drinks party or as a starter
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.
Layer smoked salmon onto blinis or rye bread for easy but elegant canapés
Satisfyingly simple, guests will love these poppadom bites, topped with turmeric and tikka-spiced paneer and spinach, and garnished with mustard seeds and a little sliced red chilli
These mini rarebit potatoes are the ultimate indulgent Christmas party food. Crispy roast potatoes are topped with a melting cheese sauce and grilled until bubbling for a comfort food veggie canapé.