A Thai inspired-dish which is quick, simple, cheap and low fat - yet still feels special and is full of flavour. A great pre-dinner nibble
Author: Barney Desmazery
Cheaper than smoked salmon, this smoked trout dip makes a smart party nibble or simple starter
Author: Good Food team
Irish potato cakes, or farls, make a delicious base for these smoked salmon, cream cheese and caperberry canapés - simply slice into squares and serve
Author: Miriam Nice
Serve seafood on a sharing platter and let everyone build their own little prawn cocktail bites for a perfect dinner party starter or canapé
Author: Katy Greenwood
These classy canapes look sophisticated yet are so simple to make - a great way to impress your guests at a party
Author: Merrilees Parker
Making your own paté is an extra-special touch- this version is flavoured with wine, cream, garlic and sage
Author: Sara Buenfeld
Little Gem lettuces are great for making a lite bite for a wedding or party buffet.
Author: Mary Cadogan
The tanginess of the salad beetroot pickles goes well with stilton, but you can use chutney if you prefer
Author: Merrilees Parker
Bite-sized pieces of crispy toast topped with cheese, artichokes and pesto make attractive canapés for a party or buffet spread
Author: Jennifer Joyce
This smooth duck liver parfait with a hint of Grand Marnier and Morello cherry jam can be made ahead, ready for a dinner party. Serve on toast as a starter or canapé
Author: Rosie Birkett
Serve these date, blue cheese and pancetta polenta stacks as canapés at a party. Try a veggie twist by using chopped toasted nuts instead of pancetta for crunch
Author: Jane Hornby
Make these salmon, buckwheat and spelt chrain blinis ahead and heat them up as a hassle-free party canapé or plated as a starter. They freeze really well, too
Author: Rosie Birkett
This Ukrainian dish is traditionally eaten at Christmas - serve on toasted rye bread for a crostini-like starter or party canapé
Author: Olia Hercules
Slice this make-ahead sausage roll into bite-sized pieces for a delicious canapé - ideal for Christmas and New Year's Eve parties
Author: Miriam Nice
Make this gooey baked cheese even more indulgent with the help of whisky, maple syrup and nuts. Serve with toasted sourdough for a fabulous sharing starter
Author: Esther Clark
Serve this Asian-inspired twist on classic prawn cocktail as a starter or party canapés over the festive period
Author: Esther Clark