A rustic flat lay of starters on a medium-dark wooden table with horizontal planks. The selection includes bruschetta, small bowls of soup, shrimp cocktail, and fresh salad portions, garnished with herbs or lemon slices. At the top, the word 'STARTERS' is written in large cream-colored serif letters, centered and clearly visible.

Starters

A rustic flat lay of starters on a medium-dark wooden table with horizontal planks. The selection includes bruschetta, small bowls of soup, shrimp cocktail, and fresh salad portions, garnished with herbs or lemon slices. At the top, the word 'STARTERS' is written in large cream-colored serif letters, centered and clearly visible.

Starters

Kick off your meal with our collection of delicious starter recipes, perfect for setting the tone for any occasion. From light and refreshing salads to savory soups and bite-sized appetizers, these starters are designed to impress. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or preparing a family meal, our easy-to-follow guides will help you create flavorful and enticing starters that will leave everyone eager for the main course.

Arugula And Olive Salad

A beautifully plated serving of Bruschetta served on a rustic wooden table. The dish features crispy toasted baguette slices topped with a fresh mixture of diced tomatoes, basil, garlic, and olive oil. Garnished with a drizzle of balsamic glaze and a sprinkle of sea salt. Arranged on a white ceramic plate with a side of fresh basil leaves. The warm wooden table is more visible, providing a cozy and inviting setting.

Castilian Garlic Soup

Cheeseboard sticks with halved red and green grapes, soft goat’s cheese, blue cheese, cheddar, and quince paste arranged on a colorful Mexican-style ceramic platter. The setting includes vibrant Mexican textiles and small pottery bowls, with warm lighting enhancing the rich colors and textures, creating a cozy and festive appetizer presentation.

Cheese & Grape Party Sticks

Creamy Chicken on Fluffy Biscuits

Creamy Potato and Turnip Soup

Creamy Potato and Turnip Soup

Creamy Tomato and Carrot Soup

Crisp Wedge Delight with Green Goddess Burst

A beautifully arranged plate of crispy chicken wontons, golden-brown and delicately folded, served with sweet & sour sauce on a rustic wooden table.

Crispy Chicken Wontons with Asian Flair

A beautifully plated stack of freshly fried Pappadums, golden and crispy with a delicate, bubbled texture. The pappadums are arranged on a rustic ceramic plate, with a small bowl of chutney and a side of fresh herbs for garnish. The plate rests on a wooden table, with soft, warm lighting enhancing the inviting and flavorful presentation.

Crispy Pappadums

Crispy Sardines with Garlic Breadcrumbs and Pine Nuts

Crispy Sardines with Garlic Breadcrumbs and Pine Nuts

A beautifully plated serving of Cucumber-Dill Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes served on a rustic wooden table. The dish features vibrant cherry tomatoes hollowed out and filled with a creamy cucumber and dill mixture. Garnished with fresh dill sprigs and a sprinkle of cracked black pepper. Arranged on a white ceramic plate with a side of cucumber slices. The warm wooden table is more visible, providing a cozy and inviting setting.

Cucumber-Dill Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes

Curry couscous-stuffed mushrooms garnished with tahini sauce, parsley, and smoked paprika, served on a rustic platter with lemon wedges and fresh herbs on a wooden table.

Curry Couscous-Stuffed Mushrooms Delight

Dukkah Beef Carpaccio

Eggplant Caviar served in a rustic artisan bowl, featuring a creamy mashed eggplant mixture topped with finely chopped toasted walnuts, drizzled with olive oil, and sprinkled with cayenne pepper. The dish is styled on a weathered wooden table with fresh lemon wedges, a wooden spoon, and a small bowl of toasted walnuts, illuminated by soft natural light for a cozy and inviting presentation.

Eggplant Caviar with Walnuts

Golden prawns coated in a rich, spicy curry sauce, garnished with fresh cilantro, served on a rustic ceramic plate with a side of steamed rice, presented on a wooden table under soft natural lighting to emphasize the bold and flavorful appeal of the dish.

Fiery Curried King Prawns

Scallops Caorunn elegantly arranged on an ANTA serving plate, with each scallop nestled on golden breadcrumbs mixed with parsley, alongside its roe. The dish glistens with butter and juices, styled on a rustic wooden table with a small ladle, a bottle of Caorunn gin, and a linen napkin, illuminated by soft natural lighting for an elegant seafood presentation.

Flambéed Scallops with Caorunn Gin

Fresh Green Vegetable Medley Soup

Fresh Hunan Chicken Salad with Sesame Dipping Sauce

Fresh Hunan Chicken Salad with Sesame Dipping Sauce

Translucent rice paper rolls filled with shrimp, vermicelli noodles, crisp lettuce, julienned carrots, and fresh herbs, served with hoisin-peanut dipping sauce.

Fresh Vietnamese Shrimp Rice Paper Rolls

Garlic And Herb Bread

Grilled ginger soy tofu satay on wooden skewers, garnished with sesame seeds and cilantro, served with Thai peanut sauce, lime wedges, and crushed peanuts on a rustic plate in a summery setting.

Grilled Ginger Soy Tofu Satay with Thai Peanut Sauce

A rustic serving of Grilled Langoustines on an artisan ANTA serving plate, featuring charred shells and opaque tail meat, drizzled with a vibrant dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, coriander, red chilli, and garlic. The plate is garnished with lemon wedges and served with fresh crusty bread, styled on a weathered wooden table with soft natural lighting enhancing the seafood’s textures and vibrant colors.

Grilled Langoustines with Garlic and Lemon Dressing

Hearty Potato and Leek Soup

Herb-infused vegan cream cheese wontons, golden and crispy, garnished with chives and sesame seeds, served on a rustic plate with a bowl of sweet chili dipping sauce on a wooden table.

Herb-Infused Vegan Cream Cheese Wontons

A beautifully presented plate of Italian Crab Bruschetta Delight, featuring crispy toasted bread topped with fresh crab, diced tomatoes, garlic, and basil, drizzled with olive oil. The dish is garnished with fresh parsley and lemon wedges, styled on a rustic wooden table with a colorful Italian tablecloth and a small bottle of olive oil, in bright natural lighting.

Italian Crab Bruschetta Delight

Italian-Style Stuffed Artichokes filled with a golden breadcrumb mixture seasoned with garlic, parsley, and lemon zest, garnished with parsley and lemon wedges, served on a ceramic plate with breadcrumbs and lemon in the background.

Italian-Style Stuffed Artichokes

Melty Mushroom Delight

A beautifully plated serving of Mexican Plum-Tomato Cups served on a rustic wooden table. The dish features halved plum tomatoes hollowed out and filled with a flavorful mixture of black beans, corn, avocado, and finely chopped cilantro. Garnished with crumbled queso fresco and a drizzle of lime juice. Arranged on a white ceramic plate with a side of lime wedges. The warm wooden table is more visible, providing a cozy and inviting setting.

Mexican Plum-Tomato Cups

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