Canapés

PLEASE NOTE: I am currently taking bookings for existing and previous customers only, with the exception of cookery days.

I produce and serve beautiful platters of canapes for your home, office, or wedding venue, indoor or outdoors, for

weddings
cocktail parties
business functions
to kick off a dinner party

My canapé menu is further down this page.

Weddings Canapés and Champagne

Many people choose a less formal wedding, at the unlikeliest of venues. As guests arrive from the ceremony, and the bride and groom are still tied up having their photos taken, it is nice to serve canapés and champagne to keep your guests happy. This is where I come in. Whatever your choice of venue, I can produce platters of canapés, and serve your champagne, helped by my experienced and reliable staff. I have served canapés in barns, gardens, ancient halls, under a railway arch, and even outdoors on the shores of a lake!

Cocktail Parties

A selection of canapés adds a real touch of class to your party! I will assemble, plate up and lay out platters, producing more platters of freshly prepared and cooked canapés throughout the evening.

I also offer waitress service of canapés and drinks at additional cost.

I can deliver some types of canapé, with full instructions, if you prefer to serve them yourself. However, I prefer to assemble, plate and serve them myself on site as this gives a better result.

Business Functions

I serve platters of canapés for corporate functions, open days, trade shows, etc. at your office, home or other venue.

Platters can be laid out "help yourself", or I can supply waiting staff to serve canapés and drinks at extra cost.

Dinner Party

If you would like to add a few canapés to greet your dinner party guests then there is no minimum order, just let me know and I'll recommend a selection to suit. Choose from the selection below.

Guildelines on choosing your canapés are at the foot of this page.

Choose from the range below, or let me know your own requirements:

Vegetarian Canapés

Courgette Candles (GF, NF) (cold)
roasted artichoke, cream cheese and sun-dried tomato puree wrapped in
strips of courgette
Medjool Dates (GF) (cold)
with Cream Cheese, Orange Blossom Water, and Toasted Almonds
(quite sweet - can also be served as a dessert canape)
Fig, Fennel Seed & Red Onion Chutney (NF) (cold)
with Gorgonzola and Fried Sage Leaf / Roasted Pepper and Goats Cheese on Crostini
Japanese Goats Curd (GF) (cold)
Ribblesdale goat curd with pickled ginger, pickled plum and cucumber, on a rice cracker
Asparagus Spears wrapped in Filo with Pepper & Parmesan (NF) (hot) (seasonal)
Mushroom, Gorgonzola & Spinach Scotch Egg (NF) (warm)
quail egg wrapped in a rich mixture seasoned with Tarragon
Spinach, Ricotta & Feta Filo Parcels (NF) (warm/hot)
mini 'samosas' seasoned with nutmeg and mace
Green Pea & Sweetcorn Spiced Filo Parcels (NF) (warm/hot)
mini 'samosas' made with puréed peas and sweetcorn, with ginger, chilli and garam masala
Mozzerella, Basil, Tomato & Crouton Skewers (NF) (cold)
with home-made pesto dip
Mushroom and Tarragon Paté & Roasted Pepper on Crostini (NF) (cold)

Fish & Seafood Canapés

Smoked Salmon Blini (NF) (cold)
smoked salmon, horseradish cream, quail egg on a mini
chive pancake
Smoked Haddock Scotch Eggs (NF) (hot)
quail eggs bound in smoked haddock roux and crispy breadcrumbs
Smoky Tuna on Cucumber (NF) (cold)
tuna blended with spices, smoked paprika and liquid smoke, on a cucumber round
Nicoise Toasts (NF) (hot)
Anchovies, garlic, tomatoes, capers and olive on crostini
topped with Parmesan and basil
Spiced Thai Fish Balls (NF) (hot)
cod loin, Thai herbs and spices, with sweet chilli dip
Cajun Tiger Prawns (hot)
tiger prawn skewers marinated in Cajun herbs and spices,
griddled then finished with a drizzle of fresh herb butter
Prawn Pastries with White Bean & Yellow Pepper Purée (NF) (cold)
Japanese Style Seared Tuna (GF, NF) (cold)
rolled in sesame seeds, skewered with wasabi, pickled ginger, radish and cucumber
Crabsticks with Lemon, Dill, Chilli & Fennel seeds (cold)
White Crab with Lemon & Dill Mayonnaise (NF) (cold)
served on a charcoal square
Crab and Cheese Tartlets (NF) (warm)
in a light pastry, topped with fried breadcrumbs and parsley

Meat Canapés

Pinchitos Morunos (GF, NF) (hot)
marinated Spanish spiced pork skewers served with spiced Mojo Picon dip
Spanish Skewers (GF, NF) (hot)
Chorizo, Roast Potato and Pepper skewers
drizzled with herb oil, served with garlic dip
Mini Lamb Kofta with Mint & Yoghurt Raita (GF, NF) (hot)
Seekh Kebab Wrap with Mango Chutney (GF, NF) (hot)
Miso Caramel Chicken Lollipops (hot)
strips of chicken breast coated in sticky miso caramel
[contains sesame seeds]
Tandoori Chicken with Mint & Yoghurt dip (GF, NF) (hot or cold)
Mini Duck Parcels (NF) (hot)
confit duck with hoisin sauce, wrapped in filo, topped with
pickled cucumber and sweet pepper
Venison, Roasted Pepper & Red Onion Marmalade Crostini (NF) (hot or cold)
(or beef sirloin)
Prosciutto, Pear & Rocket Rolls (GF, NF) (cold)
Mini Smoked Pancetta & Pea Muffins (NF) (warm or cold)
Mini Prosciutto Cups with Peas & Parmesan (NF) (warm or cold)
Terayaki Beef in Lettuce Cups (GF, NF) (hot)
with cucumber, lime, red onion, chilli & coriander
Mini Yorkshire Puddings, with Roast Sirloin & Mustard Mayonnaise (warm)
Mini Scotch Eggs (NF) (hot)
quail eggs wrapped in your choice of:
- black pudding & pork with herbs and nutmeg
- wild boar- venison and red wine (seasonal)
- Lincolnshire sausage
all covered in crispy breadcrumbs
Tuscan Chicken Livers & Fried Sage Leaf on Crostini (NF) (cold)
a rich mixture of diced chicken livers, macedoine vegetables, marsala & sherry

Dessert Canapés (all cold)

Lime Curd Tartlets with Mango & Raspberry (NF)
Melting Moments (NF)
melt in your mouth biscuit sandwiches with Fruit Buttercream fillings
Fig, Orange and Fennel Scones topped with Brie (warm, NF)
Black Forest Fudge Balls
chocolate fudge, with sour cherries marinated in Kirsch
Strawberries Dipped in White & Milk Chocolate (GF, NF)
Chocolate Beetroot Brownie Squares (GF)
Mini Choc Chip Cookies (GF available)
Chocolate & Hazelnut Filo Rolls

GF = Gluten Free
NF = Nut Free
Sugar Free options available for some desserts

Some selections have seasonal restrictions - I will advise.

If you prefer, a range of other dessert options are available - please ask.

Guidelines and Notes

My canapés are more generous than most!

For a cocktail party where no other food is being served, I would recommend around 8-10 pieces per person.

For a wedding reception or party where food is to be served later, or for a business event, I would recommend 4-6 pieces per person.

choose a mixture of canapés: vegetarian, fish and meat; hot and cold; spicy and traditional. Don't worry, I will help you do this!
it is usual (but not essential) to select 2 pieces of a particular type per person
6 different types is the norm - more than that and there will be an additional charge

think about the dietary requirements of your guests
decide whether you want the canapés serving, or just laying out
think about what time you would like them serving, and over what period. If you are having a party people never arrive at the time on the invite! Leave at least 30 minutes between finishing canapé service and your main meal

Some canapés require assembly at the venue. I will discuss the facilities available and make sure you choose appropriately. I will also discuss dietary requirements, logistics, timescale for service and everything else that needs to be taken into account to make sure the food is freshly served, looks and tastes great, and everything runs smoothly.

I can cook hot items at your venue in many cases. Don't worry if you don't have cooking facilities, as long as you have an electric socket and some space where I can work I can cope! An indication is given above as to whether the canapés should be served hot, cold, or warm.

I am based in the village of Colne near St Ives, Cambridgeshire, and so am well placed also for Huntingdon, Peterborough, Cambridge, Ely, Bedford, and holiday cottages in Norfolk. See my prices page for more details.

Prices

The price is determined by your selection of canapés, as well as order quantity. Typically an order works out at around 85p per piece for 300 or more items, which includes cooking, assembly and plating up of the canapés at your venue. The price varies dependent on number of items, the number of different selections, and your specific selections.

I can supply waiter/waitress service at extra cost - see my prices page.

A mileage charge may be applicable.

Contact me to discuss your requirements, and get your wedding, party or business event off to a great start.