Zehrs

A delicious warm main-course salad. Add a bottle of crisp white wine, and serve in tumblers for an authentic bistro touch.

A medley of harmonious flavours and textures from the get-go – from the maple sweet bacon and the silkiness of scallops, right down to a crunchy two-colour slaw.

Gumbo is a spicy and smoky stew native to the New Orleans area, and can contain any combination of meats and shellfish. Serve with rice and beans, if desired.

This sophisticated first course will wow your guests.

Mussels are an economical seafood choice. Serve with spoons to get up all the delicious cooking liquid, and don’t forget an empty bowl for the shells.