Hot Bloody Mary soup

Adapt a creamy tomato soup recipe by adding all the spicy ingredients of a peppery Bloody Mary cocktail

Bitter orange & cardamom martinis

A decadent cocktail infused with the aroma of Christmas spice, this is sure to get the party season going

Sticky hoisin sausages

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Children and adults will love these pork chipolatas in a sweet Asian sauce – delicious eaten warm or cold

Rhubarb & custard cocktail

An elegant vodka-based drink that'll wow your guests – it's made with creamy advocaat liqueur and homemade fruit syrup

Pork, fennel & chilli meatballs

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Serve these Mediterranean meaty bites on cocktail sticks next time you have guests

Stuffed pork medallions

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
Perfect for al fresco eating, pop these on the barbecue or follow our oven-cook instructions when the sun doesn’t shine…

Country terrine with black pepper & thyme

Contains pork – recipe is for non-Muslims only
A rustic terrine with French toasts makes an excellent starter for a special meal and it costs very little to make

Canapés & cocktails

This smart cocktail and simple canapés will get the party started with maximum fun and minimum fuss

Gino’s spicy aperitivo

A spicy cocktail to get your party started – you can buy the grappa at most off-licences

Simnel cake sour

Looking for an Easter cocktail with all the spices of the season? This twist on an Amaretto sour has a splash of orange juice and a dusting of cinnamon to give you Simnel cake in a glass

Cocktail blinis

These dainty little Eastern European pancakes have a distinctive flavour and are party perfect. Finish with two toppings – beetroot and quail's egg, and smoked salmon pâté – for a creative canapé

Gingerbread Bellini

Capture all the flavours of the classic Christmas ginger biscuit in this simple Prosecco cocktail you can make in minutes – ideal for fuss-free festive entertaining