Caramelised onion
Balsamic vinegar can be used instead of white-wine vinegar; it will give a darker end result. Note
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Chilli prawns with salsa fresca
Soak skewers in warm water for at least 15 minutes before threading, to help prevent scorching during cooking. Note
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Chocolate hazelnut truffles
Makes 26 Note
Flaked salmon and cucumber dip
The perfect dip for entertaining!
Fried buffalo mozzarella
Try wedges of camembert or brie in place of mozzarella. Note
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Grilled vegetable and mozzarella toasts
Buffalo mozzarella is a fresh soft white cheese with a mild, milky flavour. It is available from most large supermarkets and delicatessens. It can be replaced with bocconcini in this recipe, if preferred. Note
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Instant cheese roll
For a tasty fruit and nut version of this roll, simply add 1/4 cup chopped dried apricots to the cheese mixture. Note
Mango prawn cocktails
Dressing can be made up to 2 days in advance and stored, covered, in the fridge. Alternatively, you can purchase prepared Thousand Island dressing, if preferred. Note
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Onion and filo pastries
Cover filo with a clean tea towel while working to prevent it from drying out. Note
Vegetable pan bagnat
A kind pressed picnic loaf, this vegetable pan bagnat is, naturally, a fabulous dish for picnics. The success of this recipe depends on the quality of the bread and its ability to absorb the flavoured oil.
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Peking duck crepes
Barbecued chicken could be used in this dish instead of duck. If you like, warm filled crepes for 1 minute on high (100%) power in the microwave oven. Note
Prawn dagwood with chilli mayo
You’ll need 24 thick wooden butcher’s skewers for this recipe. Push a small, sharp bamboo skewer through the prawn first to make it easier to insert the thick skewers. Note
Prawn, crab and avocado tarts
To make your own Asian-style cases, line mini muffin pans with wanton wrappers, quartered. Spray with oil and bake for 3-4 minutes, until crisp. MAKES 24 Note
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Pumpkin and chorizo bites
If liked, add some finely chopped canned beetroot during last 5 minutes of cooking. Note
Salami and ricotta frittata cups
You can replace tortillas with lebanese bread, gluten-free wraps or doubled-over mountain bread. Try changing the fillings and use ham and mushroom, ricotta and spinach or peas. Note
Salmon and cream cheese bruschetta
lf you have an oven grill, you will need to heat it to 200°C. Note
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Seafood salad
You could add some chopped avocado or mango to this dish, if you like. Note
Spinach and cheese pasties
Make smaller pasties for great finger food. Note
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Romantic fruit punch
A vodka-based punch with all kinds of fruity goodness, perfect for sharing.
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Tempura avocado and prawns
Try serving tempura avocado in a salad of orange segments, shredded daikon, cucumber and watercress. Note
Teriyaki chicken drumettes
Addictive and tender teriyaki chicken drumettes. Serve on a bed of steamed rice with bok choy and you�ll have a delicious homemade teriyaki chicken that the family will love.
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Garlic croûtons
These crunchy morsels make a delicious addition to soups and salads.
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Aïoli
This creamy, fragrant sauce is perfect for dipping crispy chips of dolloping over a homemade burger.
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Arancini
For a variation to the olives, fill the arancini with anchovies, tiny pieces of mozzarella or some finely chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Note
Beetroot and yoghurt dip
Beetroot and yoghurt dip
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Vietnamese chicken spring rolls with noodle salad
Use a vegetable peeler to cut cucumber into long thin ribbons. Note
Smoked salmon tartlets
Make ahead: You can make filling and bread cases a day ahead. Cover, then refrigerate filling. Store bread cases in an airtight container. Note
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Brie and salami tarts
As a variation, fill the pastry cases with drained and chopped char-grilled vegetables or sautéd chopped mushrooms and asparagus. MAKES 36 Note
Leftovers pate
Make the most of your leftovers and create this divine, silky smooth pate. Serve pate as part of a ploughman's lunch with bread, cheddar and watercress, or with crackers for a wonderful finger food.
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Pakoras with coriander raita
These pakoras with coriander raita are incredibly versatile. Serve them with pre-dinner drinks at your next dinner party, or as an after school snack filled with flavour and goodness.
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.
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.
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Tomato basil crackers
Making your own crackers may seem like a lot of effort for something that can be easily be bought from the supermarket, but just one bite of these tomato basil crackers and you'll be convinced it's totally worth it.
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.
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.
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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
Salt and pepper prawns
These salt and pepper prawns look and taste fabulous. They are easily and quickly prepared and can be served as part of a casual seafood barbecue or as finger food for a cocktail party.
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.
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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.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
Elderflower cranberry infused vodka ice-pops
Give your hot summer nights a grown up and boozy twist with these fun elderflower cranberry infused vodka ice-pops.
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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.
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.
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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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.
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.
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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Balsamic marinade
This marinade is suitable for lamb and beef. It can also be used as a dressing for roasted vegetables Note
Kumara, corn and spinach triangles
You can substitute potato or pumpkin for the kumara, or use a combination of all three it will be just as delicious. Triangles can be made a day ahead to the end of step 3, cover, and refrigerate until ready to bake. Note
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Caramelised onion & goat’s cheese quiches
These exquisite quiches are great for picnics, platters or simply as a snack.
Herbed prawn skewers
Simple, herbed prawn skewers make a great starter for a dinner party, or share platter for a celebration or barbecue.
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!
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.
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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Zaalouk (eggplant dip)
Serve with crusty bread. Note
Cheesy sausage rolls
The ultimate entertainer, break these little beauties out for impromptu barbecues.
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Italian crisps
These crostini are absolutely delicious and ideal for a dinner or cocktail party.
Roasted beetroot & red onion dip
Colourful and delicious roasted beetroot and red onion dip from Australian Women's Weekly.
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Haloumi and allspice lamb kebabs
You need to soak eight bamboo skewers in cold water for at least an hour before use to prevent them from splintering or burning during cooking. Note
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Deep-fried mozzarella sticks
Delicious deep-fried mozzarella sticks with a chilli pesto dipping sauce.
Crispy chicken dippers
Chicken can be coated in Rice Bubble crumbs up to 2 hours ahead. Keep covered in the refrigerator and bake as required. Note
Barbecued duck and ginger tartlets
Impress your party guests with these delicious barbecued duck and ginger tartlets.
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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.
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
Carrot and dill rösti
Light and healthy röstis that are perfect for breakfast and lunch or for sharing with friends.
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Chicken and artichoke parcels
serving suggestion serve with mixed salad leaves, if desired. storage parcels can be prepared a day ahead; cover, refrigerate until required. Uncooked parcels may be frozen. Note
