These flaky and crisp Greek phyllo cones are filled with pastry cream, decorated with whipped cream, and garnished with your favorite toppings. Trigona Panoramatos are a beautiful dessert option for an elegant dinner party.
We’ve given these dainty sponges a little grown-up treatment with a slug of brandy, a citrussy syrup and a boozy custard. They would make an impressive dinner party dessert.
Skip the tapas bar and make Patatas Bravas at home with crispy, roasted potatoes smothered in a homemade sweet and spicy tomato sauce and garlic aioli.
I fancy myself as a divine dinner party hostess. I fancy myself as someone who embodies the total coolitude of Guarnaschelli's professional kitchen-wizardry, set on Martha's pristine estate filled with ponies, and accompanied with Beyonce's crowd. Someone who could present a...
These crisp and golden brown Onion & Spinach Pakoras are a delicious savoury start to any Indian-themed dinner party. They look fabulous and taste even better. A very popular Indian appetizer, especially in the North, Pakoras are often bought from street vendors who serve them steaming hot wrapped in a newpaper cone. Crisp and golden brown on the outside with a soft fragrant interior of finely chopped spinach, onions, fresh grated ginger, green chillies and an intoxicating combination of aromatic spices, the pakoras are blended together in a fine chickpea flour batter and flash fried at the last minute for an easy and outrageously delicious appetizer fit for a Maharajah. Onion & Spinach Pakoras Makes 12-16 pakoras 1 cup fresh spinach 1 cup chickpea flour 1 medium size onion, finely chopped 1-inch ginger, finely grated 1 green chili, seeded and finely chopped 1 tsp ground fennel seed 1/4 tsp red chili powder 1 tsp turmeric 1 tsp ground coriander 1 tsp cumin a pinch of asafoetida 2 tbsp sesame seeds 1/4 tsp baking powder 1/2 cup ice cold water, and more if necessary salt to taste oil for deep frying Remove the stems from the spinach. Wash, dry and finely chop. Add all the onion, ginger, green chili and all of the spices to the flour and mix well. Add 1/2 cup of ice cold water to make a fluffy smooth batter. Sprinkle the baking powder over this paste and mix lightly. Set aside for 15- 20 minutes. Heat oil for deep frying, until a drop of pakora mixture instantly floats to the top. Don’t let the oil smoke. Drop teaspoon-sized amounts of pakora mix into the oil until the surface is covered. Using a teaspoon gives a dumpling shape to the pakora, whereas dropping the dough from your fingers gives a more delicate, interesting shape. Stir and turn the pakora until they are lightly golden brown on all sides, about 4-5 minutes. Drain on paper towels and serve warm.
Baklava is one of those desserts that has a reputation for difficulty, but is actually surprisingly easy to make.
Alex Mackay‘s spiced roast ’n’ braise lamb shoulder recipe is truly spectacular and deserves its place on any dinner party table, or as a Sunday roast main. In his own words: ” My roast ’n’ braise technique captures the flavour of a roast with the melting richness of a slow braise. I serve it with gravy-soaked freekeh and soft, savoury onions that get drunk on the lamb’s flavour and become as good as the meat itself.”
I'm certainly no expert on Middle Eastern cuisine; but one thing I am certain of is I can’t get enough of it. The bright, acidic and spice forward flavors filled with varying textures and colors are often just what I’m craving. Plus, I have a penchant for over ordering whenever I go out to eat (Must Try All The Things) so Mezze style eating was pretty much tailor-made for me. You get to try a little of everything; but clearing all the plates is a truly attainable goal (and one that I strive for at all times in life). Now just looking at this recipe may have you running for the nearest Middle Eastern joint in your ‘hood, but fear not! It’s actually much easier than it looks. The keys for success here? MEP (mise en place) all of your ingredients in advance so you can quickly whiz up the different layers in the food processor; all you’ll need is a quick rinse between each batch of flavorful dip. From Game Day to Viewing Parties to Galentine’s Celebrations; this hearty dip has all all your snacking needs covered! Don’t like your foods touching? Serve each component in separate bowls for the mezze board of your dreams! Not expecting a crowd? Just pick one or two of your favorite layers and whip that up as a stand alone dip. Serve it with easy Homemade Za’atar Pita Chips and you’ll never go back to store bought. Recipe and Headnote Molly Adams
Salted caramel roulade is a seriously impressive dessert, made with super-light sponge, salted caramel filling with a good kick of Frangelico cream
Vivek Singh’s mango and cardamom crème brûlées are a delicious fusion of East meets West and the perfect dessert to end any meal on a high! Created by Vivek himself to celebrate The Cinnamon Club’s 20th anniversary.
These vegan empanadas are made with vegan crumbles, potatoes, and vegan cheddar cheese. It's a tasty vegan dinner to serve for special occasions. Make a double batch and freeze half to have them available for weeknights too.
This beef rendang is one of the many repertoire of dishes that have come to furnish her recipe folder over the last couple of decades. It is big, it is bold, it is complex as befitting a rendang. And please don't let the ingredient list frighten you, a lot of them are repeated (galangal, salt, sugar) and if you cook Asian food at home you may find that you have them already. You need these spices and flavours to get the whole full bodied beef rendang flavour. Apart from some initial work the stove top expends the rest of the effort and you can leave it for one and a half hours and do virtually nothing to it apart from steaming some rice to have with it.
A delicious savory Chicken and Mushroom crepe with a creamy bechamel sauce. A wonderful Chicken Recipe for that special luncheon or brunch. See notes for how you can make most of it ahead of time!
Crunchy brandy snaps dipped in dark chocolate and filled with a boozy amaretto cream
These savory dinner pastries are filled with sausage, cheese, onion, apple and Dijon mustard. Delicious!
Homemade egg rolls are a tastier version of takeout and you can control the ingredients. Just 20 minutes to perfection!
Quick and easy pan fried dumplings made with rice paper! These vegan gluten free dumplings are crispy on the outside and stuffed with a simple yet flavourful tofu vegetable filling.
This slow-cooked lamb shoulder with a fresh fig pistachio salsa from The Ottolenghi Test Kitchen is an impressive centrepiece for any dinner party or upgraded Sunday roast.
These easy puff pastry sausage rolls are such a family favourite! Freezer-friendly and super quick - this is sure to become your go-to sausage roll recipe.
This vegan gluten free tiramisu recipe is rich, decadent and crowd pleasingly delicious. Layers of coffee soaked vanilla sponge cake and dairy free mascarpone cream, this easy to make dessert is perfect to share with friends and family.
Mediterranean Nachos are a super easy appetizer (or dinner), ready in 20 minutes! A bed of crispy pita chips is loaded with your favorite texture-filled toppings like cucumber, sun-dried tomato, banana peppers, and crispy chickpeas. Serve them with hummus and tzatziki for the perfect pairing. They're simple, quick and full of flavor.
Spicy, sweet, tangy, and salty...enjoy as an appetizer or serve alongside steamed rice for a quick dinner!
Great rice cake stir fry with vegetables in a bulgogi like seasoning. Salty, savory and slightly sweet, it can balance the spiciness of many Korean dishes. Great for dinner parties and also a great snack for kids since you can sneak in some extra veggies if you want.
The ultimate Greek inspired Crunchwrap Supreme, made with lemon oregano shredded chicken, a sweet and creamy roasted red pepper sauce, pita chips and lots of veggies!
Ham and cheese pastry pinwheels are a great, easy appetizer that are sure to be a crowd favorite at your holiday parties.
I have so been looking forward to sharing this recipe for my phyllo meat rolls! For a while, I debated between calling them phyllo dough meat rolls or meat cigars. I landed on rolls, but don't you think they kinda look like cigars? :-)
Indulge in the comforting flavors of ham and cheese sticks, a savory snack that combines the rich, gooey goodness of cheese with the smoky, savory flavor of ham, all wrapped in a golden, flaky crust. This recipe elevates the classic ham and cheese duo into a delightful treat that's perfect for any occasion, from a cozy family snack to a chic party appetizer.
Adapted from Yotam Ottolenghi & Sami Tamimi's recipe featured in Jerusalem: A CookbookSuper smooth and creamy, rich in tahini.
Caramelized onions are the backbone of many dishes, but it's time to give these humble alliums a turn in the spotlight with this tart.
The perfect appetizer, chicken breast pieces with homemade boursin wrapped in a flaky filo wrapping.
Tiropitas, feta-cottage-cheese-and-egg filled fillo triangles, are always a party favorite. They can also be made ahead and stashed in the freezer.
This easy 5-ingredient dessert recipe for globi, an ancient Roman predecessor to cheesecake bites, dates back 2000 years.
Authentic Vietnamese Egg Roll (Cha Gio) recipe! Crunchy egg rolls with a flavorful filling made with shrimp, ground pork, bean thread noodles, wood ear mushrooms and veggies. Serve with Nouc Mam sauce!
Chinese Curry Puffs found at dim sum and Chinese bakeries. These beef curry puffs have a perfectly flaky crispness with a deliciously savory curry filling.
Crunchy on the outside and savory aromatic meat filling on the inside. This Middle Eastern Sambousek is BURSTING with flavor!
These potstickers are stuffed with a flavorful spicy chicken filling and baked entirely on a sheet pan instead of frying for easy cleanup! Pair these spicy chicken potstickers with a ginger dipping sauce for an incredible appetizer or side dish.
Golden, crisp Pastrami Reuben Egg Rolls with Russian Dressing, made healthier by cooking in the air fryer or baking in the oven, taste so good!
Tiropitas, feta-cottage-cheese-and-egg filled fillo triangles, are always a party favorite. They can also be made ahead and stashed in the freezer.
Nando's Peri Peri Chicken Recipe tastes just like Nando's. Made with homemade Peri peri Sauce this Portuguese Peri Peri Chicken is extremely easy to make & can be a fantastic easy appetizer or main course. Make this spicy, tangy, delicious South African Piri Piri Chicken at home without an oven or grill.
This Sumac chicken Fatteh dish is a 30-minute meal that is so glamorous you could serve it to your guest, and no one will ever know you made it in under an hour and you threw it all together with a few pantry ingredients. It will be our secret.
These Moroccan briouats recipe are crisp filo parcels, packed full of flavour from a Spanish-inspired chicken and chorizo filling.
These scallion pancakes rival any Chinese restaurant's. Test these out and feel like a master chef in your own kitchen.
This heavenly pomegranate-glazed chicken thigh recipe from Thomasina Miers is a sight to behold, with perfectly glazed chicken served with a vibrant, bountiful quinoa salad
