Arancini
For a variation to the olives, fill the arancini with anchovies, tiny pieces of mozzarella or some finely chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Note
Cheesy hot dog puffs
Having a gathering? Give the frozen party pies a miss and hand around a piping hot batch of these tasty, cheesy hot dog puffs. Snack food never tasted so good.
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Bacon, zucchini and corn cakes
Smoked salmon can be used instead of bacon. Note
French onion meatballs
Make these ahead of time and cook when ready to serve. Great for lunchboxes. Note
Salmon quichettes
If you're looking for a simple and tasty finger food to that will please a crowd, look no further than these salmon quichettes. They are delicious hot or cold and a also make a perfect after school snack.
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Smoked salmon pate
This smoked salmon pate is delicious and ridiculously easy to prepare. Enhance your presentation by experimenting with pretty moulds and serve with a selection of crackers or vegetable sticks.
Chicken, pork and veal terrine
This chunky, rustic, French-style terrine is studded with tender pistachio nuts. Serve with picked vegetables, mustard and crusty bread for a simply delicious lunch.
Za’atar pizza
Sprinkled with freshly made za'atar, this crisp, spicy pizza slices are delicious either dipped in yoghurt, or with a spoonful dolloped on top. Great as a snack, starter or a share platter.
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Baked mussels
Serve these baked mussels topped with this delicious crispy tomato topping as part of your hors-d'oeuvre platter at your next gathering.
Suppli al telefono
Suppli al telefono is a delicious snack from Italy originally named for the melted mozzarella "strings" that resemble telephone wires when one of these croquettes is split open and slowly pulled apart.
Beef carbonade pies
Small baked pies filled with a rich beef stew infused with the deep and dark flavours of stout beer.
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Garlic and herb bread
Hot and crisp from the grill, few can resist the heady aroma and charm of a classic garlic bread. Often served as an accompaniment to pasta, it's just as delicious all by itself.
Chicken liver pate with port and brandy
This French inspired chicken liver pate with port and brandy is particularly heavenly. Just a little will go a long way. Serve as an appetiser with slices of lightly toasted baguette at your next dinner party.
Chicken teriyaki brown rice sushi
There may well be some time investment here, but your efforts will be worth it. These chicken teriyaki brown rice sushi rolls look fabulous and the brown rice filling makes it an extra nutritious snack.
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Brie and quince matchsticks
Sticky, gooey, sweet and astringent in all the right measures, these baked brie and quince matchsticks are made from light, flaky puff-pastry. Fabulous finger food for a party.
Vietnamese chicken rice paper rolls
Fresh and tasty.
Camembert fondue
If you're a fan of the classic Swiss style of serving cheese, this camembert fondue ticks all the boxes. Enjoy plunging crispy slices of toasted baguette into this creamy, oozy disc of deliciousness.
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Smoked trout dip
The potato in this smoked trout dip adds a lovely robust flavour and a creamy texture. It goes beautifully with tostini, crackers, or vegetable sticks
Chilli crab
When it comes to this chilli crab dish, the reward is worth the effort of getting to that sweet and tender meat, which is deliciously complimented by the spices and fresh coriander. For best results, serve with plenty of napkins and a crisp white wine.
Seafood platter
Offer your guests this seafood platter as part of a selection of tapas or share plate dishes at your next gathering. Serve with a bowl of olives, crusty bread and a glass of icy cold, crisp white wine.
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Spicy pork ribs with ginger and soy
Any pretence of refined dining can be abandoned when it comes to these succulent spicy pork ribs. Cutlery will only hinder your enjoyment so dig in with fingers, make sure there are plenty of napkins, and enjoy!
Bagel chips
These bagel chips are just perfect served alongside soups or dips. The sprinkling of the dried oregano turns the humble chip into a fragrant and tasty snack just right for dipping. You might also add a touch of salt.
Cranberry, almond and cherry nougat
A sugar (candy) thermometer, available from kitchenware stores, is essential for this recipe. Yes, you need to get your timing just right, and making nougat can be a little fiddly, but it's totally worth it for the real deal.
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Stuffed chicken wings
Crispy crumbed chicken wings stuffed with a spicy chicken mince stuffed and served with a chilli peanut dipping sauce are the very definition of finger-licking good!
Seafood platter with dipping sauces
Showcase the jewels of the ocean at your next gathering with this magnificent seafood platter. The spicy harissa and fresh salsa verde dipping sauces provide the perfect accompaniment. Serve with chilled white wine.
Carrot dip
Cumin gives a lovely hint of spice to this sweet carrot dip. Serve as part of an after-school snack with blanched vegetables such as snow peas, baby corn or red capsicum (bell peppers).
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Baked garlic and chilli quail
Serve this spicy, sticky baked quail for a mouth-watering starter or light meal.
Beef empanadas
Full of flavour and a hint of spice, these beef empanadas are the ultimate snack or party food. Share them around the next time you entertain family and friends.
Asian-style fish cakes
Serve these crispy Asian-style fish cakes with spicy dipping sauce for a tantalising starter or light meal. If you like the extra kick, add some more chilli.
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Asian fish patties
You can whip up these Asian fish patties in no time. Served with a sweet chilli dipping sauce, they are sure to please even the fussiest of eaters. We've used blue-eye, but any firm white fish will do.
Pork, olive and egg empanadas
Empanadas are the perfect snack to serve at a barbecue or cocktail party. They are also delicious cold and make a tasty addition to the kids' school lunch boxes.
Tuna tartare
This Japanese-style tuna tartare has fragrant Japanese mint and a heady hit of spicy wasabe. Served with a soy and dashi dipping sauce, it's a bite-sized mouthful of powerful flavours.
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Lamb kofta platter
Just a few moments on the grill and these perfectly spiced lamb koftas will fill your senses with the smells of a Middle Eastern celebration. Team them with traditional dips and warm pita, and you'll have a platter fit for a king.
Potato and rosemary pizza
Paleo devotees look away! This delicious carb on carb fest would have had our ancestors rolling in their graves, but oh, how we love the combination of potato and rosemary on a crisp pizza base.
Prawn croutes with lime aioli
Add a touch of sophistication to your next gathering with these prawn croutes with lime aioli. They look and taste amazing. Lime aioli can be prepared in advance, and prawns can be shelled several hours ahead.
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Honey and tamarind pork spare ribs
At a minimum you'll need plenty of napkins, and possibly a bib for these delicious honey and tamarind pork spare ribs. Don't scrimp on the marinading time, because that is what gives these ribs their amazing flavour.
Seafood and vegetable tempura
Tempura is a popular Japanese dish in Australia, and for good reason. This seafood and vegetable version, done well, results in the merest hint of light, crisp batter coating that melts on the tongue.
White fish brandade
While a classic French brandade is based on salt cod, it can be made with any fish, flaked into a garlicky sauce. We used ling here, and the resultant take on the traditional is not only just as good but easier to prepare too.
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Chicken and port pâté on polenta crisps
For such a tasty result, pâté is surprisingly easy to make. Try this chicken and port pâté on polenta crisps next time you have a dinner party gathering. Finished with sour cherries and chervil, they taste delicious.
Fresh rice paper rolls with prawns and dipping sauce
These traditional Vietnamese rice paper rolls (gỏi cuốn) are a fresh and healthy option to share with family and friends. Served alongside the classic dipping sauce, they'll be gone in no time.
Sherry-glazed chicken livers
Chicken livers have a strong, yet delicious flavour that marries beautifully with a sweet accompaniment like sherry. Their delicate texture is perfect for crusty bread.
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Chilli prawns with mustard seeds and garlic
These are not your average chilli prawns. We've added plenty of garlic and some black mustard seeds which add a delightful piquancy and spice. If you want to really crank up the heat, don't de-seed the chilli.
Lemon tartlets
These lemon tartlets have just the right amount of sweetness and tartness. Using ready made pastry means that they are easy to prepare and perfect for fussy cooks who are short on time.
Turkey rillettes
We know by the end of Christmas day you'll be swearing you could never eat another morsel of turkey. We also know you'll have changed your mind by Boxing Day. Especially if you give our turkey rillettes recipe a try.
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Cranberry and nut nougat
Nougat recipes often require candy thermometers and exact cooking temperatures; this cranberry and nut version is much simpler. It also has a pretty stained glass effect and makes a lovely gift.
Kibbeh
Kibbeh is a classic Lebanese dish made from minced lamb and burghul (hulled, steamed wheat kernels). Fragrant spices such as cinnamon and nutmeg give this popular snack its distinctive Middle Eastern flavour.
Noodle and vegetable rolls
Rice vermicelli, also known as "bee hoon", is a very thin, versatile noodle used throughout South-East Asia in many dishes. Children tend to love their texture; these noodle and vegetable rolls will be a lunch-box hit.
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Eggplant crisps
Few people can resist the temptation of freshly cooked vegetable crisps. While potato is the commonly chosen option, consider the humble eggplant. You'll be surprised how tasty these crispy morsels can be.
Barbecue pork buns
Otherwise known as char siu bao, barbecue pork buns are a traditional Cantonese comfort food. The soft, pillowy exterior hides a delicately flavoured filling. You won't stop at just one.
Honey prawns
Make this batch of honey prawns at your next gathering. Everyone from the little ones to the adults will adore these little morsels of sweet orange coloured deliciousness. They are the ultimate finger food.
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Vegetable and haloumi skewers
Haloumi cheese is a semi-soft cheese from Cyprus that is simply perfect for grilling. The kids will love these vegetable and haloumi skewers, and the grownups can enjoy them with the zingy harissa and lemon mayo.
Deep-fried prawns with dipping sauce
Perfect as a finger food for your next cocktail party, these deep-fried prawns with dipping sauce won't last long. If you pre-prepare the dipping sauce and buy the prawns pre-shelled and de-veined, the dish can be prepared in just a few minutes.
Tuna tartare on wonton chips
Try these tuna tartare on wonton chips at your next gathering for a slightly different and more upmarket hors-d'oeuvre. The tender marinated fish contrasts beautifully with the crispy deep fried wonton.
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Chicken nachos
If you're looking for something quick, easy and satisfying next time you're feeding a crowd, then this chicken nachos recipe is just the ticket. This beloved and popular Tex-Mex dish is a guaranteed winner.
Eggplant and haloumi skewers with roasted tomato sauce
These eggplant and haloumi skewers with roasted tomato sauce are the perfect easy finger food to serve at your next gathering. This kind of cheese is just begs to be fried and served warm.
Hot seafood platter
Serve this delicious hot seafood platter at your next gathering. Simply arrange the seafood on a large white serving platter with plenty of lemon wedges and watch it disappear.
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Smoked chicken & asparagus quiches
Making finger food often seems fiddly and time consuming, but the ability to buy ready made pastry cases and good quality chicken mean that these dainty smoked chicken and asparagus quiches will be ready before you know it.
Chocolate cornflake slice
Lunchbox surprise, kids' party food, or a sweet treat to have with your morning coffee, the chocolate cornflake slice is surprisingly versatile and child's play to make.
Vietnamese prawn rice paper rolls
The perfect starter dish or platter of finger food for a party, Vietnamese prawn rice paper rolls are fresh, delicious and incredibly easy to make. Serve with a dipping sauce.
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Whiting tempura
For a new take on deep-fried fish, try this crispy and delicious whiting tempura. Cut into smaller pieces for finger food and serve alongside the dipping sauce, or with a crisp salad as a main meal.
Pumpkin empanadas
An empanada is a stuffed pastry or bread that is baked or fried. They are often filled with meat, but this spiced pumpkin version is a delicious vegetarian take on this classic Latin American snack food.
Figs with blue cheese and prosciutto
This is an easy home recipe inspired by a wonderful dish served by Armando Percuoco in his Sydney restaurant Buon Ricordo.
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Rum and raisin damper
Give this traditional Aussie bread a boozy, fruity makeover with this rum and raisin damper recipe. Cooked in a campfire oven or in the comfort of your kitchen, it's the real deal. Serve piping hot with lashings of butter.
Artichokes with lemon pepper hollandaise
You just can't beat the flavour and creamy texture of fresh artichokes poached in wine. And there is no denying the irresistibility of hollandaise sauce. This dish is the perfect addition to any antipasto plate.
Brandied prunes
These brandied prunes combined with cream cheese and chocolate make for such a decadent and boozy mouthful you won't be able to stop at just one. Enjoy with family and friends, if you can bare to share.
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Caramelised onion & goat’s cheese quiches
These exquisite quiches are great for picnics, platters or simply as a snack.
Antipasti
Bring all the delights of Italian cuisine to your dinner table with this simple, flavoursome dish.
Herbed spinach and cheese parcels
These little spinach and cheese parcels are very tasty extremely versatile; you can serve them on their own, as a soup accompaniment, or as part of an antipasto platter.
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Black olive paste
The perfect black olive paste for tapas, platters or simply a snack!
Balsamic marinade
This marinade is suitable for lamb and beef. It can also be used as a dressing for roasted vegetables Note
Cheddar with spiced pear paste
For this easy platter, use your favourite cheddar; we like a sharp-tasting aged cheese.
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Tuna kebabs with soy & wasabi
Soak 10 bamboo skewers in cold water for an hour before use to prevent them splintering or scorching during cooking. Note
Beef carpaccio with green papaya salad
Tender slices of beef carpaccio match perfectly with a fragrant green papaya salad.
Hoisin and barbecue chicken rolls
This recipe is also nut-free and egg-free. Did you know? Lebanese cucumbers are short, slender and thin-skinned, and are probably the most popular variety because of their tender, edible skin, tiny, yielding seeds and sweet, fresh taste. Note
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Rocky road slice
It's a win-win for this slice with chocolate, marshmallow and crispy biscuit pieces the kids will love and minimal time in the kitchen that you will love.
Japanese cabbage rolls
The humble and misunderstood cabbage is put to good use with these Japanese inspired cabbage rolls. Dunk them generously in the dipping sauce and experience the uniquely and delicately flavoured pork filling.
Oysters with lime and coriander
Bright, light and fresh, these lime and coriander oysters make a great starter or shared platter for a party.
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Light and spicy crumbed chicken
Light and spicy crumbed chicken to share with your friends and family.
Chicken wings and green mango salad
Sour and crunchy, green mangoes are just immature fruit that can be eaten as a vegetable in salads, salsas, curries and stir-fries. They will keep, wrapped in plastic, in the fridge for up to two weeks. Note
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Garlic toast with feta and olive dip
Perfect as part of a spread of shared starters or just as a snack, this garlic toast with feta and olive dip is also quick and easy to make.
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Toffee puff pops
Serve puff pops within 6 hours of making. When dipping the puff pops in toffee, tilt the pan of toffee to one side, so it’s deep enough to completely coat the pops. Dip one end of each stick in toffee too, this will ensure the pops don’t fall off the sticks. Note
Potato and goat cheese puffs
These potato and goat cheese puffs will make a moreish and tasty addition to your next dinner party hors-d'oeuvre selection. To save on time, make them in advance and cook just before serving.
Brown rice and pine nut stuffed vine leaves
Served with a dollop of yoghurt sprinkled with sumac, these beautiful stuffed vine leaves are a perfect dish to share with friends.
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Crab in black bean sauce
Place the green onion strips in iced water for about 20 minutes to make onion curls, a classic Chinese garnish. Note
Chicken sticks with harissa mayonnaise
Harissa is a fiery chilli-based North African condiment.
Barbecued duck and ginger tartlets
Impress your party guests with these delicious barbecued duck and ginger tartlets.
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Barbecue prawns
Delicious served with crisp lettuce leaves, these quick stir-fried prawns make a tasty starter or light meal.
Deep-fried mozzarella sticks
Delicious deep-fried mozzarella sticks with a chilli pesto dipping sauce.
Zucchini and corn fritters with creme fraiche
Fresh corn can be used instead of canned corn; you will need two cobs. Sour cream or yoghurt can be used instead of the creme fraiche. Fritters can be made the day before; top them with creme fraiche etc, an hour or so before serving. Note
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Tonkatsu
Tonkatsu, a Japanese food of a breaded, pork cutlet, deep-fried and served on a bed of cabbage.
Barbecue spareribs
Sticky and delicious; make your own American-style pork spareribs with barbecue sauce.
Tofu and bok choy rice paper rolls
Tofu is a great and healthy meat alternative. It is especially good for soaking up flavours like those in the sauces and dips which often accompany Asian finger foods.
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Whisky-laced fruit mince pies
Spice up your mince pies this Christmas with this delicious whisky-laced fruit mince pies.
