Spiced prawn cocktail subs

Forget boring sandwiches at a picnic – pack these prawn cocktail subs instead. If you’re travelling, assemble them when you get there so they’re super-fresh (see tip below)

Cajun-style prawn cocktail

Breathe new life into prawn cocktail, a classic Christmas cocktail. With the addition of some Cajun spices, it’s a flavour-packed modern twist

Chilli, maple & ginger glazed vegan cocktail sausages

Enjoy these vegan cocktail sausages with a chilli, maple syrup and ginger glaze as part of a buffet or party. They’re perfect for serving over the Christmas season

Honey mustard cocktail sausages (mini toad-in-the-holes)

Enjoy the little sausages in this recipe on cocktail sticks, or serve them in mini Yorkshire puddings for Christmas canapés and other special occasions

Mexican seafood cocktail

Make this classic starter from Mexico’s Pacific coast. Prawns and scallops are used here, but any seafood or fish will work well

Lime prawn cocktail pitta salad

Make this speedy lime prawn cocktail salad as a filling lunch that packs a flavour-punch. It's tasty, healthy and low in calories

Rainbow prawn cocktails

Serve this Asian-inspired twist on classic prawn cocktail as a starter or party canapés over the festive period 

Stuffed cocktail eggs

Are you entertaining? Double up on party nibbles using eggs that are stuffed with either salmon and dill, or a chorizo crumb. They’re tasty and healthy too

Prawn & fennel cocktail

Try this elaborate looking cocktail which will add a touch of class to your dinner party

Coconut & vanilla milk bottle cocktail

This creamy coconut cocktail, with vanilla vodka and warming nutmeg, is a perfect Christmas party tipple – serve in mini milk bottles with a chocolate wafer straw

Mango, chilli & tequila ice lollies

Hot meets cold in these grown-up, alcoholic icy sweet treats with juicy fresh mango, spicy chilli and fiery tequila

Prosecco & elderflower cocktail

This floral Prosecco and vodka cocktail, with edible flower ice cubes, is the perfect end to a Eurovision Song Contest party