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Dinner Party Recipes

Take the stress out of hosting and discover the best crowd-pleasing dishes to serve at your next gathering with our pick of the best dinner party recipes, from impressive mains to delicious desserts. Whether you're planning an intimate dinner with close friends or a larger celebration with family, our curated selection of recipes will make hosting a breeze. Find main courses, starters, desserts, cocktails and canapés alongside easy recipes and ideas for vegetarian or vegan gatherings. Plus, discover the best cookbooks for hosting at home, filled with expert tips and creative ideas to elevate your entertaining game.

Bisque

Bisque

by Nieves Barragán Mohacho, Eddie Hart, Sam Hart from Barrafina

Chocolate Mousse

Chocolate Mousse

by Nieves Barragán Mohacho, Eddie Hart, Sam Hart from Barrafina

Red Velvet Cheesecake

Red Velvet Cheesecake

by David Lesniak, David Muniz from Baked in America

Praline Cheesecake

Praline Cheesecake

by David Lesniak, David Muniz from Baked in America

Octopus with Capers

Octopus with Capers

by Nieves Barragán Mohacho, Eddie Hart, Sam Hart from Barrafina

Cod with a Warm Salad of Lentils and Mojama

Cod with a Warm Salad of Lentils and Mojama

by Nieves Barragán Mohacho, Eddie Hart, Sam Hart from Barrafina

Chocolate Cherry Cheesecake Brownies

Chocolate Cherry Cheesecake Brownies

by David Lesniak, David Muniz from Baked in America

Bulgur and Chickpea Salad (Safsouf)

Bulgur and Chickpea Salad (Safsouf)

Claudia Roden

by Claudia Roden from Arabesque

Rice Pudding with Apricot Compote (Roz Bi Halib Wal Mishmish)

Rice Pudding with Apricot Compote (Roz Bi Halib Wal Mishmish)

Claudia Roden

by Claudia Roden from Arabesque

Pork and Liver Pâté (Terrine de campagne)

Pork and Liver Pâté (Terrine de campagne)

by Elizabeth David from At Elizabeth David’s Table

Jerusalem Artichoke Soup (Potage de topinambours à la provençale)

Jerusalem Artichoke Soup (Potage de topinambours à la provençale)

by Elizabeth David from At Elizabeth David’s Table

Green Gnocchi (Gnocchi verdi)

Green Gnocchi (Gnocchi verdi)

by Elizabeth David from At Elizabeth David’s Table

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