Vegetarian Grilled Haloumi With Pickled Carrot March 30, 2025March 30, 2025 Simple Cheese & Pickle Appetiser: Haloumi lovers, this one’s for you! This great little cheese & pickle appetiser is so colourful & a mouthful of joy. If you’ve ever had the pleasure of biting into a perfectly grilled slice of haloumi—crispy on the outside, warm and chewy on the inside—you know just how satisfying this cheese can be. But have you ever paired it with pickled carrots? The combination of salty, golden-brown haloumi with tangy, slightly sweet pickled carrots is a game-changer & a pretty healthy cheese & pickle appetiser all round. This duo brings together bold flavours and contrasting… Continue Reading
Vegetarian Peach Crostini March 23, 2025March 23, 2025 Simple Crostini Appetiser: Crostini is a simple appetiser idea that offers quick preparation and can be customised in a million different ways. When throwing together a last-minute snack or planning a social event, these little bites can always bring flavour, texture, and visual appeal. They strike that perfect balance between simplicity and elegance, making them a solid option for any occasion. When I’m hosting for a crowd, I always manage to slip in at least one crostini appetiser in the mix. They require minimal effort, give you bang for your buck & result in happy satiated guests, which is exactly… Continue Reading
Vegetarian Feta Spring Rolls March 7, 2025March 7, 2025 Feta Spring Rolls With Sweet Chilli: Feta cheese has a way of making any pastry party appetiser feel a little more special. With its crumbly or creamy texture, richness & tangy bite, it’s a true standout. This salty cheese, rooted in Greek tradition, brings a depth of flavour that instantly adds luxury to whatever you choose to pair it with. I don’t know which style of feta I prefer to be honest & I tend to used Greek, Danish, marinated, or Persian feta on a regular basis & change it up according to the mood I’m in. Whether served cold,… Continue Reading
Vegetarian Wonton Crisps With Pineapple Salsa February 27, 2025March 2, 2025 A Taste of The Tropics: It is incredibly easy to create a feast with these zesty pineapple canapés using fresh tropical ingredients. I always associate summer with tropical flavours —think sunshine, warm breezes, and the smell of garlic prawns on the barbecue wafting through the air, coconut, fresh-cut mango & of course pineapple. Queensland’s summer abundance of pineapples is a reminder of lazy beach days, refreshing cocktails, and the kind of effortless entertaining that makes this season so special. One of my favourite ways to showcase pineapple in a canapé is with a fresh and zesty pineapple salsa served on… Continue Reading
Vegetarian Loaded Peppers February 23, 2025February 23, 2025 Flavourful Hors D’oeuvre: Party Bites With Zing: These Loaded Peppers with Olive Cottage Cheese Dip & Chili Lemon Hummus make a fantastic flavourful hors d’oeuvre. When it comes to appetisers that are fresh, colourful, and full of flavour, you don’t need to overcomplicate things. The key is to pick the right ingredients that shine on their own and let them work together. These flavour-packed bites are a prime example of how vibrant produce, a few well-chosen dips, and a little creativity can turn a simple dish into something irresistible. They’re easy to make, packed with crunch and flavour, and perfect… Continue Reading
Vegetarian Cucumber Flowers With Spicy Avocado January 8, 2025January 8, 2025 Fresh Party Appetisers: Refreshingly Spicy: Appetisers with Cucumber & Avocado When it comes to appetisers, few ingredients rival the crisp, clean bite of cucumber and the creamy indulgence of avocado. Together, they create a canvas for endless creativity. Add a little spice to the mix, and you’ve got a dynamic duo that’s as refreshing as it is bold. When planning a grazing board or crafting individual bites, cucumber and spicy avocado are here to elevate your appetiser game. Let’s dive in… Fresh Cocktail Bites Are you ready to impress your guests with a light yet flavour-packed appetiser that screams elegance… Continue Reading
Vegetarian Watermelon Caprese Salad December 26, 2024December 30, 2024 Summer Melon Appetiser: I have a confession: I’m not a great lover of melon—of any kind. Yet, over the years, I’ve discovered that watermelon holds a special place in many hearts (and summer spreads). I was determined to produce a party appetiser that would appeal to melon enthusiasts and even win over sceptics like myself. I wanted to create a fresh summer hors d’oeuvre that balances the melon’s natural sweetness with savoury, tangy, and herbaceous notes but doesn’t have an overwhelming melon flavour. This twist on a classic Caprese salad swaps out the usual tomatoes for juicy balls of watermelon,… Continue Reading
Vegetarian Black Plums with Persian Feta December 14, 2024December 30, 2024 Christmas Inspired Black Plums with Persian Feta: Black Plum Magic: A Summer Stone Fruit Appetiser: When summer rolls around, it brings a rainbow of stone fruits, each with its own charm. Today, let’s talk about the black plum in this summer stone fruit appetiser. It gets its name from its deep, almost mysterious skin—more black than plum although these lot look more plum than black!—and though its inside doesn’t quite match the drama, it’s just as amazing. This plum appetiser idea? It’s proof that stunning presentation and incredible flavour can be ridiculously easy. We’re taking that sensational plum colour and… Continue Reading
Vegetarian Fig & Walnut Feta Bites December 2, 2024December 30, 2024 Fig & Walnut Appetiser: Sweet Meets Savoury There’s a reason figs, walnuts, and feta are such a classic trio—they just work. This fig & walnut appetiser is everything sweet meets savoury & creamy meets crunchy. The result is an appetiser that looks a bit fancy but is pretty simple to make. These fig & walnut feta bites deliver finesse in a small, elegant package that’s perfect for any get- together. I won’t say they are effortless, they do require some effort on your part but definitely worth it. The Beauty of Balance What makes this combination irresistible is the way… Continue Reading
Vegetarian Spicy Margarita Jelly Shots November 29, 2024December 30, 2024 Cocktail Jelly appetiser- Spicy Margarita Jelly Shots: Spice up your party with edible margarita jelly shots- a simple cocktail jelly appetiser that will get the party started. Yes…cocktail shots can be appetisers too! If you love a good cocktail, why not take it to the next level and serve your guests something as playful as it is delicious with this simple jelly party appetiser? Spicy margarita jelly shots served in lime or orange halves, cleverly cut into colourful, juicy-looking segments & disguised as Watermelon flavour. These little gems aren’t just a fun treat—they’re also a fantastic conversation starter. For a bold… Continue Reading
Vegetarian Filo Swirls With Blue Cheese, Walnuts & Cranberry Drizzle November 12, 2024November 17, 2024 Filo Swirls With Blue Cheese, Walnuts & Cranberry Drizzle: Blue Cheese Appetisers Done Right! Hear me out…Blue cheese isn’t always everyone’s go-to ingredient. Let’s be honest – it’s intense, bold, and, yes, a bit polarising. I get it; blue cheese can feel like a strong commitment, and it’s not exactly the cheese I reach for every day either. But, when it’s paired thoughtfully with the right ingredients, blue cheese has a unique ability to transform into something truly exceptional. With just the right balance of flavours, it can go from overpowering to absolutely irresistible, adding a depth and sophistication to… Continue Reading
Vegetarian Burrata & Blueberry Jam Crostini November 10, 2024November 29, 2024 Burrata & Blueberry Jam Crostini: If you’re looking to host a party & lift your appetiser game, crostini is one flexible party canape that should always have a place on your menu. Think of it as a little edible canvas—thin slices of crusty bread, toasted until golden and ready to hold a world of flavours. The best part? Crostini make endlessly flexible party canapes; you can keep things simple or go all out with decadent toppings. But today, I’m challenging you to try something different and irresistible: creamy burrata cheese paired with a dollop of homemade blueberry jam. This is… Continue Reading