Putting together a menu is one of the most important things when planning your party.  You want scrumptious treats that are easy to make and serve … but you also want to wow your guests with something different to what they’ve been served at every other event this year.

So why not mix it up?

Replace the big bowl of chips with one filled with mixed nuts. Worried about the cost? When you look at the per kilo price, potato chips are generally more expensive ($10-35/kg) than the selection of nuts you’ll find in the fresh produce section ($9-15/kg).

Replace traditional arancini with these simple brown rice and nut balls. The pine nut crunch in the middle is a yummy surprise!

Forget the usual dips in the middle of your cracker and vegetable stick platter. This Thai coriander and cashew dip is like nothing your guests have tasted before.  Plus, you can make it the day before and keep it in the fridge … easy and delicious!

Wow your guests with a build your own sundae bar for dessert. Scoop ice-cream into individual bowls and let your friends go wild with an array of sauces, sprinkles and chopped nuts.