These are very tasty party pass arounds, and they are suitable for vegetarians too.

This recipe was given to me by my friend, Jane Lawless, and it appeared in our primary school fundraising cookbook – From the Heart 2003. It …

Easy yet impressive, this tart marries plump Autumn figs with bright crunchy pistachios and a rich Pinot syrup.

My friend Solé first made this with me when she first came to Australia from Rome. It is a classic jam tart with the a delicious biscuity pa …

The recipe for these little biscuity half-mooon turnovers comes from my Italian friend Solé who was visiting from Rome. You won’t be able to …

When quinces appear in Autumn, my heart cries out for slowly cooking them to ruby redness so they can be made into this crisp crostata.

Quick bite size quiches with a tasty salami, feta and olive filling.

Bite-size puffs of pastry topped with a tasty trio…fetta, olives and tomatoes.

The combination of smoked chicken with peach and blue brie makes a stunning tart.

Try this quick cheese and tomato tart for lunch, or make small ones for your next party.

Combine quince paste and goat cheese in little pastries.

Impressive and simple ham and Havarti tart.

Make these pastries with a choice of fillings, so easy!

Flaky pastry topped with caramelised onions and a bold blue makes a very moreish tart.

Crisp pastry, creamy brie, smoked salmon and dill combined to make a simple , impressive starter.

A portable do-ahead meal made with camembert.

Lovely cherries in a crisp olive oil pastry.

Sweet little squares of pasta dough filled with tart apricots and shallow fried til crispy make a deliciously different dessert!