Whet the appetite for the main event by serving guests this special chicken terrine with leeks and apricots. It can be made up to three days ahead
Set aside a couple of hours and enjoy every minute of making this impressive terrine
A light, elegant make-ahead starter to ease you into the Christmas Day blow-out, or to kick off a dinner party menu
John Torode shows how to prepare classic coarse set terrine with duck and mixed game of your choice
Cured slow-cooked pork is a great foundation for a coarse pâté style starter and can be made in advance
Five ingredients are all you need for this thrifty dish that makes the most of mince and has a great sage and onion flavour
This posh pud is much easier to prepare than it looks and can be made ahead of time
Try this twist on a favourite childhood ice-cream dessert with coffee and chocolate layers. Made with just five ingredients, it's a great make-ahead pud
If you're looking for a Christmas classic with a twist, this French ham hock and pistachio terrine, transformed into a modern make-ahead starter is for you
This rich terrine, with thyme, allspice and brandy, can be pressed and mature overnight for a perfect make-ahead starter or light lunch
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
Gordon's make-ahead terrine is the perfect starter when you're entertaining a crowd
Everyone's favourite layered dessert gets a smart makeover - custard, raspberry, jelly and cream in a neat terrine
A show-stopping layered fish centrepiece with cream cheese and lemon filling, flavoured with dill and chives
A rustic terrine with French toasts makes an excellent starter for a special meal and it costs very little to make
A chunky fish terrine that's easy to make and delicious with toasted sweet bagels
Whether served as a starter or part of a buffet, Barney's smart make-ahead terrine will be sure to impress
A little like a salmon terrine, this dish is terrific with homemade bread, served as a starter
This striking dessert is based on a classic tiramisu, but uses chocolate mini rolls as sponges, and is set in an ice cream loaf to be served in slices
This sophisticated dish makes an elegant dinner party starter, balancing the sweetness of the apple and malt loaf with a tangy vinaigrette
James's take on a classic chocolate marquise has a silky-smooth layer of white chocolate sandwiched in the middle
