Our best dip recipes for crackers and crudités make fantastic homemade dips, snacks and starters for your holiday entertaining, whether it’s spontaneous weekend gatherings, planned get-togethers with loved-ones or more formal festive parties. We’ve got everything from a traditional Middle Eastern hummus recipe and an authentic Mexican guacamole recipe to recipes for Southeast Asian dips … Read more
Our devilled eggs with smoked salmon and caviar recipe makes the ultimate elegant cocktail party canapés or a luxurious treat to savour with sparkling wine. Traditionally served as part of a festive Russian zakuski spread, you could save these retro hors d’oeuvres for special occasions but why not indulge in them at home from time … Read more
Our best New Years Eve party food ideas include recipes for homemade dips, crackers, canapés, mini salads, cocktails, and more. If you’re envisaging a particularly boozy party this year – I think we all need a few stiff drinks after this year – we’ve also added recipes for more substantial food to soak up the … Read more
This smoked salmon dip recipe is made with salty capers, dill pickles, purple shallots, a pinch of paprika, and plenty of fresh perfumed dill and it beats a store-bought dip any day. While it might cost you a bit more to make, nothing tops homemade and you’ll taste the difference in the fresh herbs and … Read more
This classic Champagne cocktail recipe with a tropical fruit twist is a recipe for fun. Serve this exuberant champagne cocktail at the beginning of a meal or social gathering over the holiday season and I guarantee you’ll kick-start the revelry. Champagne is a drink for celebrations and cocktail parties, a sophisticated way to commence a … Read more