First course ideas

Charred leek and goat's cheese tartlets recipe

Seared scallops over parsnip puree - start your festive dinner with this elegant first course of juicy, seared scallops, served atop a luscious, sweet parsnip puree, accented with warm spice, and toasted pine nuts.

A classic first course or salad that's so quick and easy to make, including the simple, creamy and tangy Marie Rose sauce.

This delicious first course of succulent prawns resting in a spiced turmeric coconut cream and fluffy rice, will definitely be a hit at your next dinner party!

Grilled salmon skewers with lemongrass and lime, served with a fresh cucumber and herb salsa.

... sweet potato crostinis w/ cheese, pear & thyme ...

Everyone will be very hoppy, indeed!

Choosing a Theme for Your Dinner Party When hosting a dinner party the first thing most people think of is the food they will serve. That is fair enough

Shrimp Risotto features classic ingredients, such as Arborio rice, broth, white wine, butter, and parmesan cheese. This traditional Italian dish not only tastes great, but it also looks amazing on a plate! And, it's a

These roasted apricots are so delicious served as a first shared course with charred bread, and straciatella, a creamy style of fresh cheese that’s similar to burrata. They also would work beautifully spooned over roasted chicken thighs, or on top of yoghurt with a muesli crumble for breakfast. They are quite versatile. The key is to use ripe fruit, as underripe apricots can be quite tart. The sweetness is the key, so if they are still a little tart, scatter with more sugar.