Gambas Pil Pil (Prawn Tapas Dish)

Delightfully simple, Gambas Pil Pil has been a favourite of mine since I first ate it in Barcelona when I was three. It's quick and easy to make, so use great quality prawns to really make this dish sing!

Smoked Trout Pate

This versatile, quick and easy recipe for Smoked Trout Pate is perfect for Christmas, party bites or a grab-and-go lunch. You can make it ahead of time ready to be used whenever you need it.

Lobster Canapé with Chilli, Dill and Lime Crème Fraiche

The perfect show stopping canapé or part of a seafood starter platter for Christmas. This Lobster Canapé with Chilli, Dill and Lime Crème Fraiche is light, fresh, zingy and ridiculously tasty! It's sure to convert anyone to the lobster way of life.

Mushroom Soup without Cream

mushroom soup filling a black plate with truffle oil and chives for garnish

Another soup you say? Can’t stop, won’t stop! This mushroom soup will spoil you for any other, and it's so simple!

Prawn Cocktail Salad

Prawn Cocktail Salad doesn't need to be boring … jazz yours up with lemon juice, worcestershire sauce and don't forget the paprika! This dish is a solid favourite at Christmas time for a reason.

Scotch Broth (Scottish Soup Recipe)

Made using fresh veg gifted from @thefreshfruitshop 🥕🧄🧅 & meat bought from @donald_butchers 🐮 get yourself down to Uddingston or order online for home delivery 😍⁣

Celeriac And Apple Soup With Nutmug

Spice up this classic combination with a hint of spice and heat of fragrant nutmeg. The perfect autumnal dish using the unsung hero of the root vegetable world!

Honey And Mustard Sausages (Pigs in Blankets)

pigs in blankets

I'm sharing these as a Christmas side dish, but they could also be paired with some roast veg and mash for a hearty and delicious main meal! Level up with using full size sausages and you're onto a winning dinner for the whole family.

Haggis Bon Bons

haggis bon bons on a plate sprinkled with fresh parsley beside a ramekin of whisky sauce

Almost too perfect to be eaten, these haggis bon bons are a perfect starter / appetiser option for any Scottish themed dinner party!

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