The warming hug-in-a-sip hot toddy was the inspiration behind these dessert canapé cakes made with honey, lemon and whisky.
This is the ultimate show-stopper dessert for Christmas. Layers of pain au chocolat, chocolate custard and cherries create a decadent Black Forest spin on this timeless festive pud.
This is tiramisu like you've never known before - ground ginger, crystalised ginger and ginger nuts transform this traditional Italian dessert into a spiced seasonal show-stopper. Serving 12, this needs to be on your Christmas dessert table!
Grab a blanket, put on a film and get cosy with this grown-up, rum-spiced hot chocolate recipe. Serve piled high with whipped cream and grated dark chocolate. Ready in just 10 minutes, it's ideal for winter gatherings and Christmas parties too.
This miso-roasted salmon makes a fab, festive dinner party main or stunning party platter. Served with soya bean mash and a cucumber watercress salad, it's fresh, vibrant and healthy too. You could even swap the salmon for trout or mackerel.
These sticky and spicy sambal sausages make a great addition to any festive party spread. The sambal paste is made with garlic, ginger and makrut lime leaves. You can add extra chillies if you'd like it a little spicier.
Dips make great party food especially at Christmas time and this musabaha, which is a deconstructed version of houmous, is something special! Topped with caramelised lemons and pine nuts for crunch, it's totally delicious with toasted pitta bread.
Chef, author and TV presenter, Kwoklyn Wan shares his simple, yet totally delicious twist on sesame prawn toast. Kwoklyn says: "Christmas is a time for sharing, and a plate stacked high with glistening, golden sesame chicken toasts is the perfect festive finger food for a gathering."
A jar of mincemeat works wonders in this twist on a traditional baklava. We've added mixed spice and orange liqueur to make it even more festive. Wonderful for a party spread or teatime treat after Christmas shopping!
Bitterballen are deep-fried meaty balls, similar to croquettes, that come from Holland. Tender beef is mixed with a roux then rolled into balls and coated in breadcrumbs. Delicious served alongside Dijon mustard for dipping!
Here's a chutney with a difference! It's actually a rich fruit compote made with frozen berries and infused with sloe gin. The sour-sweet flavours balance wonderfully with a variety of cheeses and it's so easy to make. Prep in 20 minutes then allow to cool before your guests arrive – they'll be intrigued and impressed!
Tabbouleh is a wonderfully flavoursome and fragrant sharing dish for summer feasts, but is delicious enjoyed all year round. This autumnal twist features sweet Cox apples and earthy kale. Keep it in the fridge for a wholesome lunch or serve it as part of a get-together meal.
These smoked salmon and cream cheese canapés have a lovely kick thanks to the wasabi. They’re quick, simple and ideal for serving at a cocktail party
An elegant starter that's colourful, light and quick to prepare, this smoked salmon recipe is just the ticket to kick off the proceedings on Christmas Day
Top crispy fried tortillas with slow-cooked, Mexican-spiced beef and a pineapple salsa in this street food classic. Making 10 tostada, this is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for your summer gatherings, and you can even freeze leftovers.
Fill fluffy bao buns with sweet and sticky glazed hoisin aubergine. Bursting with bold and complex Chinese flavours, these delightful bites make great party food (they're vegan-friendly) or an interesting snack, lunch or even breakfast!
You’ll feel as though you’ve been whisked off to Italy with this quick yet indulgent dish packed with big, bold flavours
Move over pulled pork! This epic chipotle pulled chicken platter makes a stunning centrepiece for your Christmas buffet. Serve with tortilla chips and soured cream for a Mexican-inspired feast.
Quick pickled vegetables are so easy to make, and this red cabbage is no exception. It's a great side to serve with cold cuts at Christmas and makes a fab and festive edible gift.
If you fancy something a little different to enjoy over the festive period, then you have to give this smashed potato salad a go. It's topped with streaky bacon, shredded sprouts and lots of fresh herbs for big festive flavours. Serve as a fun side dish, as part of a party spread or as a way to use up Christmas leftovers.
This store bought panettone is made extra-special with chocolate shards and gold-sprayed pears - festive showstoppers don't get much better than this!
We've made panettone even better by layering it with cream cheese icing and topping with sticky salted caramel sauce and figs. Now that's what you call a festive showstopper!
This stunning croquembouche is a real showstopper and no one need know it's made from frozen profiteroles! Decorate with melted chocolate, 'golden' hazelnuts and pecans, caramel sauce, frosted cranberries and chocolate stars. Chill in the fridge for a day and get set to impress!
Serve up this gorgeous ham which is slow-cooked in ginger beer with spices before being topped with a gingerbread-inspired glaze and roasted until golden and sticky.
If you like pigs in blankets then you'll love these bao buns. Stuffed with crispy pigs in blankets, crunchy cucumber and sriracha mayo, these easy buns make the perfect canapé for your Christmas party.
Serve up sticky maple glazed bacon-wrapped dates for a crowd-pleasing canapé. The irresistible combination of sweet sticky dates, crispy glazed bacon and a herby walnut filling ensure that these will disappear in no time.
This festive tart combines sweet roasted carrots, savoury shallots, punchy pesto and a hint of orange. Extra pesto can be saved in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
In Japan, it's popular to eat fried chicken during the festive season. Try serving it up as a canapé for your next Christmas party and it's sure to go down a treat.
Keep party guests going with a simple roasted garlic white bean dip. Roast a bulb of garlic until sweet and caramelised, then blitz with cannellini beans and fragrant rosemary. Make ahead of time then serve with gluten-free flatbreads, crackers or crudité.
Mix up a daiquiri with this quick and easy recipe