Sweet Treats Passion White Chocolate Mini Croissants June 22, 2025June 27, 2025 High Tea Mini Dessert: Because croissants aren’t just for ham and cheese…they are ideal for that sweet savoury dessert (high tea mini dessert) appetiser too. Croissants are often thought of as a savoury indulgence– and I do love them that way too, but they’re just as fabulous with something sweet inside. Their golden, flaky layers make the perfect base for dessert-style fillings, especially when you’re after something that feels a little bit fancy but still incredibly easy to pull together. This high tea mini dessert doesn’t take much to dress up, so perfect when you are pushed for time &… Continue Reading
Meat BBQ Lamb & Haloumi Bites June 18, 2025June 18, 2025 Mediterranean Finger Food: I absolutely love lamb and Haloumi together & when preparing tasty party skewers, this pairing just makes my heart sing. Rich, savoury lamb paired with salty, golden-fried Haloumi is already a flavour match made in heaven. But when you bring in a few classic Mediterranean friends like garlic, lemon, Greek yoghurt, mint, pomegranate, and za’atar? Well… it becomes so much more than just a nibble, it becomes the ultimate temptation. Just the thought of these flavours makes my mouth water. There’s a certain charm in keeping things small and intentional- just a mouthful, but one that lingers in the… Continue Reading
Vegetarian Leek & Gruyère Tartlets June 16, 2025June 16, 2025 Comfort Pastry Appetiser: There’s something quietly delish about a tartlet when looking to include a comfort pastry appetiser to your party spread. Especially one that leans into buttery pastry, creamy, oniony leeks, and the unmistakable nuttiness of Gruyère cheese. These Leek & Gruyère Tartlets are deceptively simple to make, but deliver big on flavour- making them perfect for parties, picnics, or even a relaxed weekend lunch. When you have rich ingredients like pastry, butter and mascarpone, adding a cheese with a little sharpness can balance things out nicely & help cut through that richness. A Classic Combination, Miniaturised Leek and Gruyère is… Continue Reading
Seafood Grilled Pineapple Prawn Bites June 9, 2025June 16, 2025 Party Food Table idea: Pineapple is one of those fruits that doesn’t need to try hard & can easily elevate the party food table . It is sweet, juicy, and unapologetically distinctly tropical- the kind of ingredient that stands up for itself, even in a savoury dish. Whether served raw with a bit of bite or grilled until the edges start to caramelise, pineapple brings an energy that’s hard to ignore. Bright, juicy, and full of flavour- it wakes everything up. Right now, pineapples are in peak form here in Queensland. You can spot them piled high at markets, golden-skinned… Continue Reading
Seafood Pumpernickel With Creamy Avocado June 2, 2025June 2, 2025 Bite-size Dining: When it comes to bite-size dining, avocado is my go-to for appetisers that strike the perfect balance between ease and elegance. This creamy, mild fruit has a way of slipping seamlessly into just about any savoury situation. Whether it’s smashed onto toast, nestled into tacos, layered in a salad, or, in this case, transformed into the most beautiful, crowd-pleasing canapé topping. Avocado is versatile, essentially available year-round, and full of possibilities. It’s that one ingredient you can always count on to make something feel fresh, modern, and satisfying– without having to try too hard. And the best part?… Continue Reading
Seafood Potato Pavé With Anchovy Cream May 26, 2025June 30, 2025 Chip & Dip to Chic & Dip: There’s something timeless about chips and dip, the sort of comfort finger food that shows up to every occasion…BBQs, mezze spreads, grazing boards, casual platters, even formal tables trying to loosen things up a little. Its familiar, effortless, and always a crowd-pleaser. No matter the age group, there’s definitely something comforting about that crispy crunch paired with a creamy dip. But what if you want to give it a visual glow-up? Don’t get me wrong…I’m all for easy entertaining, and chips and dip absolutely fall into the “no-effort, no-fail” category. But when you… Continue Reading
Sweet Treats Pavlova Coconut Macaroon Dessert Bites May 20, 2025June 5, 2025 Cheat’s Dessert Appetiser: Pavlova Meets Macaroon: One of the easiest mini dessert canapes you’ll ever make. Let’s be honest- desserts can be fiddly at the best of times. Especially when you’re trying to prep for a crowd and make everything look effortless. But I discovered a sweet little trick that never fails to impress and takes next to no time at all: mini dessert canapes using pavlovas & macaroons. This really is one of the easiest ways to create a bite-size party dessert without the stress or the prep marathon. We’re talking no baking, barely any assembly, and absolutely zero drama. It’s the… Continue Reading
Sweet Treats Pistachio Knafeh Stuffed Apricots May 18, 2025May 19, 2025 Mezze Apricot Dessert Appetiser: Okay, so we are talking about the Dubai chocolate trend…again and while Pistachio Knafeh has really taken centre stage (rightly so- it’s ridiculously good), I’ve been playing around with a little mezze apricot dessert that brings all that lush flavour into one bite-sized appetiser package. Enter: stuffed sundried apricots with pistachio Knafeh filling and a cheeky drizzle of chocolate. If you’ve been anywhere near dessert TikTok or your local pâtisserie lately, you’ll know what I mean- glossy chocolate drizzles, pistachio-everything, and a whole lot of irresistible indulgence. I know, stuffed apricots aren’t exactly new. They’ve been gracing cheese boards and mezze… Continue Reading
Vegetarian Potato Cannoli With Spinach & Artichoke May 15, 2025May 26, 2025 Savoury Cannoli Canapé idea: If you’ve ever wanted to elevate your finger food game with something a little different from the usual offerings but still elegant, then this Savoury Cannoli Canapé is for you. Instead of pastry, I’ve used thin slices of potato to form the shell for filling. It’s a small detail that makes a brilliant alternative to traditional pastry & allows you to serve the same ingredients in a different way. It transforms this savoury cannoli canapé into something more interesting & alluring. It brings a new dimension to the old chip & dip… & everyone loves a… Continue Reading
Sweet Treats Chocolate Cheesecake With Pistachio Knafeh May 12, 2025May 18, 2025 Pistachio Knafeh Dessert Appetiser: The party Hors D’oeuvre tends to be thought of as savoury…crackers, cheeses, dips, little salty bites but I’ve always believed there’s room for the dessert appetiser too, especially when you keep it bite-sized. It’s a lovely way to round off the menu and gives a little nod to the sweet tooth, particularly at the end of an event when guests are lingering and grazing. I usually like to include one or two on my boards or canapé trays but this admittedly hasn’t always been the case. Catering for all tastes can be a mean feat but… Continue Reading
Vegetarian Apricots With Herbed Goat Cheese May 10, 2025May 16, 2025 Simple Finger Food: Apricots might not be the first thing that springs to mind when you’re planning simple finger food, but trust me- once you’ve worked with them this way, you’ll come back to them again and again. There’s something particularly appealing about these golden jewel bites. They bring that gorgeous golden hue, a soft chew, and a sweet complexity that plays beautifully with savoury ingredients, especially cheeses. If you can source Persian apricots, even better. These semi-dried gems are fat, juicy, and full of flavour– completely different from the tough, overly shrivelled-up ones you might find in the average… Continue Reading
Vegetarian Blinis With Avocado & Quail Eggs May 4, 2025May 6, 2025 Vegetarian Appetiser Idea: I’m all about those little touches that make entertaining feel special without turning into a whole fiasco and this vegetarian appetiser idea with quail eggs, is perfect for that. Considered somewhat of a delicacy here in Australia (and in many parts of the world), quail eggs are not only beautiful with their speckled shells but also packed with greater nutritional value than regular chicken eggs believe it or not. They’re these tiny, beautiful eggs that instantly make any canapé look next-level. Quail eggs often tend to come with a higher price tag, but if you’re lucky, like I was… Continue Reading