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Tomato bruschetta

Make our simple tomato bruschetta as a classic Italian starter. Ideal for a summer gathering with friends, this easy dish is fresh, tasty and full of flavour

Author: Member recipe by Chiwong

Buffalo cauliflower

Make 'buffalo cauliflower' for a veggie take on the spicy American classic. Served with a ranch dip, it makes an excellent Friday night sharing treat

Author: Esther Clark

Pork satay

John Torode's version of skewered meat kebabs with Thai peanut sauce - authentic and fragrant

Author: John Torode

Classic guacamole

Enjoy a Mexican-inspired guacamole from chef Edson Diaz-Fuentes, with green jalapeños, coriander and lime. It's perfect to serve with tortilla chips

Author: Edson Diaz-Fuentes

Pani puris

This deep-fried Indian street food makes a great party snack - crisp rounds of bread filled with chickpeas and potato, drizzled with a herb and spice water

Author: Anjula Devi

Spicy sweet potato hummus

Avoid waste and enjoy a filling snack by using leftover sweet potatoes in this hummus recipe - it has a spicy kick thanks to smoked paprika and chilli flakes

Author: Liberty Mendez

Smoked salmon taramasalata

This Greek dip is an original way to use up leftover smoked salmon and works well on a sharing mezze platter

Author: Barney Desmazery

Smoked paprika prawn skewers

Healthy and packed with summer flavours, these paprika-spiked prawn skewers are based on pintxos - the Basque version of tapas

Author: Barney Desmazery

Jamaican veggie patties

Get ahead on your party nibbles with these freezable Jamaican veggie patties. You can then simply pop them in the oven when the party is about to start

Author: Shivi Ramoutar

Reggae reggae nachos

These nachos are a great crowd-pleaser, perfect for sharing with friends over a cocktail

Author: Levi Roots

Ricotta dip with crushed tomatoes & bruschetta

Brush slices of baguette with garlic then chargrill and pile high with Italian-style cheese dip with vibrant cherry tomatoes

Author: Cassie Best

Pork & chilli lettuce cups

Take the stress out of entertaining by getting ahead on your party nibbles. The filling in these pork lettuce cups can be frozen for up to two months

Author: Shivi Ramoutar

Spicy squid pakoras with coconut yogurt dip

If you like crispy calamari, you'll love these battered squid fritters spiced with curry leaves, spices, green chilli and ginger

Author: Jane Hornby

Tempura squid

Roy Brett's crunchy tempura squid makes a great sharing dish. You can prep your squid in advance and keep it in the fridge until you're ready

Author: Roy Brett

Stilton & poppy seed sablés

Sablé is French for sandy, which explains the crumbly texture of these pastries - given extra crunch by the addition of polenta

Author: Barney Desmazery

Barbecued oysters with garlic, paprika & Parmesan butter

Pep up your barbecue with these wonderfully meaty molluscs, bubbling in a smoky spiced garlic butter. Use large green-shelled mussels instead, if you like

Author: Rosie Birkett

Potted salmon rillette

This delicious starter is similar to a pâté, made with smoked salmon, cream cheese and horseradish for a kick - serve on crackers or toast

Author: Good Food team

Sweet potato & ginger parcels

These moreish snacks are made with Tunisian brik pastry. Similar to filo, but crispier, it's well worth keeping a pack in the freezer

Author: Good Food team

Melon with mint & feta

Combine the flavours of melon, feta and mint in a refreshing summer snack. This is also a great low-calorie starter if you have friends round

Author: Good Food team

Pitta pockets

A no-cook quick and simple snack that's ideal for an energy-boosting refuel when doing exercise or playing sport

Author: Barney Desmazery

Kentucky fried seitan

Use a tofu substitute to make this addictive crispy fried 'chicken'. Try this delicious vegan party food with BBQ sauce, or in a bun with salad or coleslaw

Author: Juliet Sear

Spicy chicken nuggets

Give chicken nuggets a modern makeover with our tikka spices and mango chutney dip. Serve as party nibbles with mayo and lime - they won't last long

Author: Sophie Godwin - Cookery writer

Avocado with Virgin Mary dressing

After a tasty, healthy snack or a starter for entertaining? This avocado dish contributes two of your five-a-day and takes mere minutes to prepare

Author: Sara Buenfeld

Halloween dips & bites

Create a fright-night feast for the kids before they go trick-or-treating

Author: Good Food team

Sweetcorn fritters with avocado & crispy chorizo

Prep these sweetcorn fritters in advance of your party and defrost in the fridge overnight for speedy snacks. Top with creamy avocado and crispy chorizo

Author: Shivi Ramoutar

Sausage roll ups

The traditional combination of pork bangers and flaky pastry will never get old - this version has a chutney filling

Author: Good Food team

Steam fried bao buns (Sheng jian bao)

This street food dim sum from Beijing is an authentic type of bao bun that puffs up in the pan. You can fill with minced chicken, pork or prawns if you don't want to go veggie

Author: Ching-He Huang

Sweetcorn beignets

Serve these crunchy snacks as a canapé with salsa for dipping, or as a side dish with steak or roast chicken. They also make a great brunch dish with eggs, bacon or avocado

Author: Tom Kerridge

Runner bean samosas

Runner beans work really well with spices and these curried filo triangles are the perfect showcase - a great starter or nibble for 6 people

Author: Tom Kerridge

Spicy nduja arancini

Make these moreish rice balls with spicy nduja sausage, gooey mozzarella filling and crunchy breadcrumb coating for a Valentine's Day nibble

Author: Esther Clark

Miso & sesame eggs

Perfect as a snack, miso adds a deep savoury flavour to these low-calorie eggs. Try them served on salad for a quick and tasty lunch, or as a starter

Author: Sara Buenfeld