Anniversary weekend away for parents, come dine with me night between 3 family’s, we’re on starter…

[Theteenagerera]

One Vegetarian (though she is our child so can definitely not a deal breaker if we decide to go for something with fish, we can just give her an alternative)

One pescatarian

One shellfish avoider

One who finds soup the most boring thing in the world because it is

lots of foodies..

Suggestions please!?

Smoked salmon always seems a popular starter with capers, pickled cucumbers, little dollops of creme fraiche and dill scattered over it. With rye bread if you want something more substantial? I'm not sure what the veggie alternative would be, although you can get vegan smoked salmon. Dead easy and looks quite impressive!

Starter

• Vegetarian Option: Grilled goat's cheese with hot honey and pink peppercorns, served on a bed of arugula. It's light, flavorful, and visually stunning.
• Pescatarian Option: Smoked salmon and avocado tartare, garnished with dill and a touch of lemon zest. A sophisticated and refreshing choice.

Main Course

• Vegetarian Option: Wild mushroom risotto with truffle oil and Parmesan shavings. Rich, creamy, and indulgent.
• Pescatarian Option: Herb-crusted cod fillet with a side of roasted asparagus and lemon butter sauce. A classic dish with a refined twist.

My favourite starters are usually croquettes!

I would do a fancy cheese croquette sitting in a roasted red pepper sauce, or muhammara mayve! Or a smoked haddock croquette with maybe an aioli?

I would do some sharing platters, homemade hummus, focaccia with oil and balsamic, olives, sun dried tomatoes, artichoke hearts, anchovies, bruschetta, melon and halloumi skewers, feta, etc.
This way everyone is happy.

Something with smoked salmon
Garlic mushrooms served with something fancy?

Smoked salmon fish cake or lemon sole goujons served with mixed citrus salad and aioli. Vegetarian could have a vegetable bake or mozzarella fingers instead.
Or.....
Waldorf salad with flaked smoked trout, just leave out the fish for the vegetarian or add cubed feta if liked.

Gin.

Thanks for the ideas so far, keep them coming. 😊