These recipes are all about sharing. From pizza and tacos to DIY prawn cocktails, salads, ceviche, skewers and fritters of all descriptions, these are the dishes that will keep the good times going. So put out a platter of some of these tasty offerings, let your guests help themselves, and then you can sit back, relax and enjoy yourself. Someone else can do the washing up.
These indulgent mozzarella and tomato arancini balls are the ultimate crowd-pleasers. Bite into a crispy breadcrumb shell to meet soft, dense tomato risotto filled with a gooey Italian cheese centre. We're already drooling. If you're looking for the perfect party food that everyone will love, these warming arancini balls are it. Recipe note: You can substitute Fontina cheese with firm Mozzarella.
Transform the classic French onion soup into an impressive-looking, crowd-pleasing cob.
“This is one of our absolute favourite dishes here at the Waratah. It’s the best bits of a fish and chip shop in a bite-size snack, evoking memories of sitting on the beach, catching waves, snacking and smiling.” – Joey Astorga. This recipe is by chef Joey Astorga from The Waratah, Sydney.
“For me, this dish exemplifies the delicious simplicity of Italian summer food… and adding the creme fraiche delivers that creamy richness, even if your burrata doesn’t!” – Matt Preston.
"Based on a Cretan style pita or pie, the filo is thin, crispy and light. Designed to allow you the stomach room to indulge in all the other menu offerings." – Ozge Kalvo. This recipe is by Ozge Kalvo.
These teriyaki chicken wings may be the ultimate share plate, but we think that's the last thing you'll want to do once you have a bite. Crunch through a crispy exterior lathered in sweet teriyaki sauce that drips into to a soft, tender chicken centre. It's impossible to stop at one wing – we've tried. This easy chicken wing recipe will be one you'll keep returning to, and your friends will thank you for it.
“This is a simple yet incredibly flavourful recipe that showcases the natural taste of the prawns combined with the intense aroma of garlic and a touch of heat and depth from the guajillo chillies, complementing the prawns with an additional layer of complexity.” – Daniella Guevara Munoz.
We’ve taken one of the most popular salads and turned it into a delicious meal by adding pasta and grilled chicken. We kept the dressing traditional and the croutons because we all love a crunch and we finished this salad with some fragrant basil. This will be on repeat once you’ve tried it.
These flavoursome mushroom skewers make the ultimate meat-free barbecue option. Packed with vibrant spices, they're an easy vegetarian meal idea that you can make for dinner or lunch.
This simple air fryer recipe (which can also be cooked in the oven or on the barbie) can be prepared in advance, boasts lots of protein and healing spice, and comes with cooling yoghurt, shredded iceberg and a fresh coriander chutney. You’ll need 8 short wooden or metal skewers for an air fryer or 8 long wooden or metal skewers for the barbecue/oven. If using wooden skewers, soak in water for 30 minutes beforehand.
This lamb pide recipe is just the thing you need when you're entertaining or looking for something to bring to your next social gathering. Aromatic, juicy lamb mince is wrapped in warm parcels of pide dough (which you have a very easy recipe for) making the ultimate savoury snack in cool weather. Once you make this recipe, you'll never go back.
Ellie and Sam Studd take scamorza for a spin, highlighting its magic melting qualities in a flavour-packed beef and bean nachos.
Complete your summer spread with these quick and tasty garlic prawn pizzas.
When you're organising share plates for your next social occasion, you can't go wrong with prosciutto. Here, the Italian cured meat is elegantly paired with the full-bodied Spanish manchego cheese to make a delicious bite-sized delight. Layered on a fine skewer with a juicy grape to balance the flavours, this quick and easy recipe will one to keep on rotation. Recipe note: You'll need six thin 8cm skewers. Pair this recipe with our smoked salmon and quail egg skewers and capsicum, olive and anchovy skewers.
“Pescadillas is a traditional Mexican dish, originally from Acapulco, that showcases the vibrant flavours of coastal cuisine. When enjoying pescadillas, it’s common to squeeze a wedge of lime juice over to add a refreshing tang, as well as a side of Valentina sauce (a classic Mexican hot sauce, from specialist grocers – substitute your own favourite hot sauce) for those who like a bit of heat. These additions enhance the overall experience, bringing out the flavours of the fish and the accompanying ingredients while adding a zesty and spicy twist to the dish.” – Daniella Guevara Munoz.
