Marinated feta
Turn ordinary feta into something special with an easy marinade of thyme, garlic and black peppercorns.
Cajun chicken nuggets
You won't need oil for these, but you will need to like spicy fire: the Cajun spice mix packs a punch.
Seared scallop and chorizo appetisers
A simple, delicious little nibble with drinks before dinner. Easy for two people or a big party crowd.
Quick red pepper dip
An easy, storecupboard way to run up a spicy dip with roasted red peppers from a jar and walnuts.
Chilli, garlic and lemon prawns
A boldly flavoured tapas-style appetiser to open your evening’s eatings with a bang and a minimum of fuss.
Spicy red lentil bites
Vibrantly spiced with Thai flavours, these bite-sized patties will silence the grumbles from even the most committed meat eaters.
Grilled garlic prawns
Prawns stay tender when cooked this way, scantily cloaked in crumbs and parsley, with a hint of garlic.
Spiced sweet potato wedges
Sweet and spicy oven-roasted wedges that you sprinkle and toss into the oven. Great as a snack or a side.
Corn and zucchini fritters with tzatziki
A light, lovely weekend lunch idea that's quick and easy enough to make it into the weeknight rotation.
Coconut prawns with lime mayonnaise
With a crunchy baked coconut crust and a zesty dipping sauce, these prawns make for great casual dining.
Pistachio and parmesan chicken strips
A crunchy crust, packed with flavour, makes these versatile tenderloins easy to make and terrific to eat.
Roasted garlic hummus
How to make the perfect hummus without compromises: full of great flavours and silky smooth.
Carrot and ginger fritters
Gently spiced fritters that come together in just a few minutes, versatile enough for any time of day.
Radicchio cups with borlotti beans and tuna
A store-cupboard standby graduates to a casual first course, to be rolled up and munched with drinks.
Scallops with chilli and lime
It's one of my ultimate kitchen hacks: these are so quick and easy, I get one of my guests to make them.