#Pâté

These individual portions of butter-topped paté can be frozen ahead for a dinner party with friends

An impressive starter from Gordon Ramsay, that's surprisingly simple to put together. Make it a few days ahead to allow the flavours to develop

Making your own paté is an extra-special touch- this version is flavoured with wine, cream, garlic and sage

A little parfait makes Christmas complete, try making your own with Barney's festive recipe

This delicious, unashamedly rich starter is the sort of dish that makes entertaining stress-free, as it can be made up to three days ahead

A rich, sweet pâté recipe using pineau - a sherry-like aperitif - great as a dinner party starter.