Canapes

Mozzarella with Chorizo, basil and olive 

As the Wiltshire Chef I get asked to cater for many functions/dinner parties and a lot of people like to start things off with a few canapes. I recently catered for a wedding at the Inner Temple in London for 160 people where instead of a starter they wanted canapes. The 10 canapes they chose looked very impressive as the waiters and waitresses circled the 'Parliament room.' The canape that was the most well received was my chicken liver and port parfait (see below).

                                                                     

So if you're thinking of having a fine dining evening at your own home and would like to get your guests appetites going with an assortment of canapes then please get in contact at www.thewiltshirechef.com

You could chose from the list on the website or we could have a consultation and design a more bespoke menu. I hope to be cooking for you in the near future!

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Smoked salmon and chive cream cheese roulade

Scallops wrapped in Parma ham with Chorizo and Watercress salad

For me nothing says Spanish food more than Scallops and Chorizo. The two were made for each other, wrapping the Scallops in Parma ham keeps the Scallops nice a moist and adds a bit of saltiness to them, the peppery watercress give some natural goodness and balance to the dish.

Ingredients (Serves 2)

6 Scallops with the roe removed

6 slices of Parma ham

6 slices of Chorizo

Handful of washed watercress

Pepper for seasoning

Method

Wrap each scallop in Parma ham, one layer of ham will do so it cooks evenly. Heat a small splash of olive oil in a pan and when hot add the sliced chorizo, turn after a minute then add the scallops. Cook the scallops for 30 seconds each side and remove from the heat. Dress the watercress in a little olive oil and arrange on the plate. Season the scallops with cracked pepper and place on the plate on top of the chorizo. Serve and enjoy!

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