Appetisers

Appetisers set the tone for any gathering, and they don't need to be complicated. These simple, stress-free ideas are made for easy home entertaining, helping you create welcoming, delicious moments to share. Cosy & Merry is all about bringing people together around good food, without the pressure of perfection.

Brie, Fig Jam & Walnut Bited

These Brie, Fig Jam & Walnut Bites are a quick and elegant no-cook appetiser perfect for entertaining. Creamy brie is topped with sweet fig jam, crunchy walnuts, fresh basil, and an optional drizzle of hot honey for a simple sweet-and-savoury bite. Ideal for grazing boards, drinks parties, holiday gatherings, and easy hosting at home, they come together in minutes but look beautifully impressive on the table.

Marinated Summer Tomatoes with Parmesan Walnuts & Fredh Herbs

Sweet, juicy tomatoes are the star of this simple summer dish. Marinated with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, lemon zest, parmesan, walnuts, and fresh herbs, it's an easy appetiser or side that's bursting with fresh flavour. Perfect for garden lunches, barbecues, and relaxed entertaining, serve with crusty bread to soak up every last drop of the delicious dressing.

Loaded Ricotta Whip Dip

Creamy, fresh, and full of flavour, this Loaded Ricotta Whip Dip is the perfect appetiser for any gathering. Whipped ricotta is combined with lemon and parmesan, then topped with juicy tomatoes, red onion, olives, fresh basil, and a drizzle of olive oil. Simple to prepare and beautiful to serve, it's an easy crowd-pleaser that's perfect for sharing with crackers, crusty bread, or crisps.

Gooey Garlic And Mozzarella Bites

Looking for some inspiration for a starter, snack or appetizer? Well why not try our incredible gooey garlic and mozzarella bites. They're absolutely loaded with molten, stringy mozzarella cheese, flavoured with garlic and Italian herbs and encased in a crispy batter. They really are a cheese lover's paradise... They pair deliciously with sweet chilli jam and salad greens for a perfect starter. We all love them and we hope you do too. So without further ado, let's get on with

Festive Cheese Balls

December's festive season is the perfect time to make a delicious Festive Cheese Board, loaded with your favourite cheeses, cured meats, chutneys, grapes, olives and seasoned crackers and biscuits... What I love about a good cheese board is their ability to be entirely customisable and are super easy and oh so delicious... Cheese boards are always a real pleaser in our household and not just at Christmas... Cheese boards are enjoyed throughout the year and are customisable to