Easy entertaining tricks that look totally pro

Entertain in style with these quick and easy party tricks guaranteed to impress your guests.

1

Cheat's blinis with jamon and figs

Top mini pikelets with gorgeous jamon, sherry-soaked figs and rich mascarpone for elegant nibbles without the fuss.

2

Banoffee trifles

Use tall cocktail glasses to turn these luscious layers of banana, caramel and cream into an elegant affair. 

3

Chorizo and onion sliders with chimichurri aioli

Dress up traditional mini sliders with this dazzling Spanish-inspired filling.

4

Chocolate and raspberry mini pavlovas

Take a few shortcuts with these super impressive yet oh so easy, delicious chocolate and raspberry mini pavlovas.

5

Surf & turf seafood skewers

Skewer the good ol' Aussie surf and turf for a sophisticated party alternative.

6

Herb and walnut cheese log

Just roll, wrap and chill to make this gourmet-style herb and walnut cheese log.

7

Chargrilled prosciutto asparagus with pesto dressing

Wrap thin slices of prosciutto around asparagus spears for a pro touch to the classic barbecue side.

8

Affogato

Pour rich, warm liqueur and coffee over cold vanilla ice-cream for an impressive after-dinner dessert.

9

Chilli roasted trail mix

Create extra special party nibbles with this quick and easy guide to spice up your nuts.

10

Prawn and lime tartlets

No-one will know you haven't spent hours in the kitchen with these elegant prawn and lime tartlets.

11

Thyme and walnut baked brie

Take your cheese board to the next level this cheesy thyme and walnut baked brie topped with roasted walnuts and a drizzle of honey.

12

Cheat's mille-feuille

Layer golden puff pastry with whipped cream and fresh berries for quick and easy shortcut to an impressive French-inspired dessert.

13

Cheesy baked mushrooms

Create an indulgent party starter with these deliciously swanky, herb and cheese baked mushrooms.

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