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A fillet of salmon topped with a red glaze and garnished with white and black sesame seeds, served on a bed of fresh green leaves on a dark plate.

Gochujang Grilled Salmon

Gochujang is a Korean hot pepper paste which mixes savoury, sweet flavours with fermented soya beans as the base as well as chilli. It’s stocked in some supermarkets and is readily available in Asian markets and on line.

A black plate with slices of beet-cured salmon and a side salad of thinly sliced cucumber, radish, cauliflower, and fresh dill, set on a wooden table.

Beetroot & Horseradish Cured Salmon

This can be served as a starter with lightly pickled cucumber and chrain which is a beetroot and horseradish condiment. Also lovely served as a canapé on Chive & Dill Pancakes. In the photo I have garnished with daikon run…

A tray filled with small, round appetiser bites topped with a dark jam or chutney and garnished with tiny herbs and edible flowers, arranged neatly for serving.

Garam masala scones

When hosting a drinks party where the only food on offer is canapés, this is a great recipe as they are filling as well as delicious and you don’t want your guests falling down drunk! These can be frozen for…

Rows of small, round appetisers on a metal tray, topped with cream, slices of smoked salmon, and thinly sliced onions. The appetisers are neatly arranged and garnished for serving.

Chive & Dill Pancakes

These lovely morsels are a fuss free version of mini crumpets (known as pikelets in Australasia or pancakes in North America). Use them as a base for canapés or make larger ones for starters. Delicious topped with horseradish cream and…

A hand with red nail varnish holds a wrap filled with shredded meat, lettuce, and cucumber. A fireplace burns in the background, creating a cosy indoor atmosphere.

Chinese inspired chicken wraps

This is a companion recipe to the Sunday roast pie where you cook a whole bird. For this recipe you will be using the legs and wings for quick week night light supper. If you have a large appetite, you…

A glass jar filled with roasted pecan halves sits open on a rustic wooden surface, with the orange-rimmed lid resting to the side and attached by a metal clasp.

Maple & Chilli Roasted Pecans

Another recipe shared with me from my USA trip. These are popular in the midwest. Can be eaten on their own with a cold beer or used as a garnish in salads