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A Big Appetite for Small Bites: TapasDeep-fried artichokes, fried scallops, braised squid – and that's just the beginning of the feast. The world would be a better place if we...
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Seven Cold Soups around the WorldOn a hot day, there is nothing more refreshing and satisfying than a bowl of chilled soup. Falstaff presents a global round-up of the best.
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Five Quick & Easy Savoury Ways with Puff PastryTired of serving shop-bought nibbles with your aperitif or simply fancy a savoury snack? Here are five ways to turn a packet of puff pastry...
Recipes
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Polenta & Gorgonzola AntipastoA classic antipasto plate from Venice will always include polenta with gorgonzola.
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Courgette Salad with Saffron Yoghurt, Honey and WalnutsThis sunny dish combines yellow courgettes with saffron-tinged yoghurt. Add touch of sweet honey, a walnutty crunch and a few fresh herbs and you have the makings of a light, fresh starter.
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Homemade Blini with CaviarThe classic version of this luxurious dish, topped with sour cream and caviar. It really is worth making the blini yourself – try it and see. Served with iced vodka or Champagne, it's a perfect treat for two.
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Leek Quiche with ChivesIn his cookbook 'Pure Freshness', Andreas Caminada explains how to make vegetarian leek quiche in a simple but refined way. If you like alliums, you will love this dish!
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Grilled Cauliflower with Padron Peppers and SalsaBittersweet chocolate gives this classic Catalan salsa a mysterious force – and turns simply grilled cauliflower into a memorable dish.
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Roasted Cherry Tomato & Turmeric SoupCookbook author Tanja Grandits creates an aromatic soup with small, ripe cherry tomatoes, which are first roasted in the oven.
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Braised BeetrootOven braised beets with basil and fresh goat cheese make an ideal starter or part of a vegetarian meal
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Beetroot, Horseradish and Burrata SaladFasting is fun with this beetroot starter from the Simply Quick cookbook by Austrian blogger Julian Kutos
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Beef Carpaccio from Harry's BarPrepare and serve this classic carpaccio at home, just like the original from Harry's Bar in Venice.
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Sicilian Classic: Caponata with BurrataItalian summer on a plate: Braised vegetables are served in combination with Burrata.
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Avocado Hummus with Pickled OnionThis recipe by Joey O'Hare makes the perfect snack.