Best Ever Christmas Starters

By MiNDFOOD

Best Ever Christmas Starters
Get your Christmas party started with these simple and delicious recipes. These starters are the perfect entrees to your Christmas menu. They can also be served alone for a light lunch or supper, if you have unexpected guests.

Crostini Platter

A beautiful platter of canapés to go with your festive beverages! Recipe here

Chilean Style Hot Crab Dip

Chilean Style Hot Crab Dip

Perfect to serve when entertaining, this creamy crab dip is topped with manchego cheese and grilled until golden and bubbling.

Find the recipe here.

Spanish Platter

Impress your party guests with this delicious Spanish Platter with pears, olives, cheese and jambon that can be prepared in advance and is sure to wow. Recipe here

Salmon Gravlax

For the ultimate brunch indulgence try this delicious Salmon Gravlax recipe. Recipe here

Roasted Lobster with Saffron Dill Butter

Always a crowd-pleaser come summertime, sweet roasted lobsters will delight all when served with our saffron dill butter. Recipe here

Vegan Potato, Garlic and Herb Stuffed Zucchini Flowers

Vegan Potato, Garlic and Herb Stuffed Zucchini Flowers

A feast for the eyes as well as the palette, these vegan potato, garlic and herb stuffed zucchini flowers taste every bit as good as they look. Find the recipe here.

Tomato and Goat’s Curd Tarts

Tomato and Goat’s Curd Tarts. Looking for the ultimate afternoon tea snack? These Tomato and Goat’s Curd Tarts are sure to please everyone. Recipe here

Haloumi with Caperberries and Parsley

This fresh take on bruschetta is bound to whet appetites at your next dinner party. Recipe here

Olive Crackers with Infused Olives

These homemade crackers are a perfect accompaniment for these freshly infused olives. Recipe here

Homemade Labne & Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus

Homemade Labne & Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus

Crayfish Tartlets

These moreish tarts are sure to be a crowd pleaser. Recipe here

Mixed Cheese Cigars with Peach Vinegar

Mixed Cheese Cigars with Peach Vinegar

These mixed cheese cigars are the perfect mouthful – crunchy and filled with warm, melted cheese. The peach vinegar adds a sweet, tangy tartness to this delightful snack. Find the recipe here.

Zesty Prawn & Mango Served on Betel Leaves

Looking for an impressive starter? These Zesty Prawn & Mango Served on Betel Leaves are sure to do the trick. Recipe here

Smoked Salmon and Pikelets with Horseradish Aioli

Paired with fluffy pikelets and acidic aioli, this dish is sure to be a favourite. Recipe here

Plantain Chips with Tuna Ceviche

This effortless recipe is so simple to create and looks amazing served on a large platter. Perfect for sharing! Recipe here

Fried Ham, Cherry & Bread Salad

The perfect Boxing day breakfast, full of protein and Christmas flavours. Recipe here

Tuna Tartare, Avocado and Horseradish

This tartare recipe is so refreshing and easy to create. Simply mix, season and serve with fried tortilla bread or corn chips. Recipe here

Seafood Fritto Di Mare

The perfect dish for entertaining. Recipe here

Salmon Rilettes with Wasabi Roe and Crostini

Want to wow guests at your next dinner party or high tea event? These salmon rilettes, topped with wasabi-infused roe and served with crostini, will do the trick. Recipe here

Sweet & Savoury Vol-au-vents

Sweet or savoury, these simple but special morsels will keep your guests happy! Recipe here

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