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Planning a vegan dinner party? Impress your guests with delicious dishes, make your preparations easier, and enjoy the event more with my recipes and tips.

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I’m a huge fan of hosting a dinner party, whether it’s a small gathering of my nearest and dearest, or a larger affair with platters of food that goes into the late hours.

I’m what you might call… a feeder.

It’s great to have lots of smaller dishes on the table centred on a show-stopping piece. This way everybody can help themselves to the dishes they like, and it looks like a giant fantastical feast. I create a large tart or baked stuffed squash that my guests can slice and enjoy, accompanied by three or four side dishes. It encourages guests to try new foods and get involved with the rest of the table to create a sense of community and love.

The hardest part, for me, is getting the quantities correct! I have a tendency to overcook, but that just means there are leftovers, which I’ll use up in the following days by combining into curries, dips, and stews, and always with toasted warm leftover bread to soak up all the goodness!

To save this from happening, plan beforehand and make sure everything is weighed correctly. It takes a little longer, but it saves throwing away food at the end of the occasion.

Another thing that takes a little of pre-planning is timing. So, create a timeline and trial-run dishes so you know exactly how long everything takes to prep, cook, and present. This way nothing will be left waiting around to go cold, or your guests getting hungry.

It’s good to check the timings on a recipe, but ovens and stoves take different times to cook, and your preparation work may be faster or slower than someone else’s – so recipe timings should be taken with a pinch of salt, more as a general guideline.

I always create a timeline of dishes, and prepare like-minded ingredients (even if they are for other dishes) at the same time. Vegetables can take a little time to cook, from washing, peeling, chopping and more, so shave off a few seconds when you can, and try to wash up as you go. Have a sink full of hot soapy water, and when you are waiting for something to heat or cool, quickly wash what you were using to save stress later on!

Many vegan dishes can be made in advance. My Cherry Chocolate Espresso pots for example can be made a few days in advance, popped in the fridge and taken out 10 minutes before serving to come to room temperature. Sauces are brilliant when made beforehand, because this can enhance the flavours. So, make your sauces one or two days before, then gently reheat before serving.

Make sure you’re aware of any allergies ahead of time, so you can prepare dishes suitable for your guests’ needs. Speak to your guests a few weeks before the event, and where possible create dishes that are suitable for all, so you avoid having to create different recipes for each person.

A few of my other tips for hosting a vegan dinner party are:

Try and use seasonal ingredients, they are packed full of flavour and really help enhance your dishes, without very little effort.

Order the food to arrive two days before the event, so you can make a start on the sauces and deserts the day before.

Create a theme – this gives you something to work with and can help you find more focus around your dishes.

And, one pot dishes and tray bakes are the perfect choices for feeding a larger group – think tarts, cakes, roasted veggies, soups, curries and stews.

Good luck with your vegan dinner party, I’d love to hear how it goes.

And most of all, enjoy your event, love Niki xx

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Blackberry Blueberry Peanut Butter Thyme Crisp

A simple dessert which celebrates the abundance and juicy goodness of berries with a gorgeous crispy topping.

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Lemony Butternut Squash Risotto

The perfect creamy lemony butternut squash risotto - golden and creamy and totally delicious. Packed full of flavour and easy to make - it’s a winner!

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Pumpkin and Roast Garlic Hummus

This delicious pumpkin and roast garlic hummus is a great way to use up leftover over pumpkin - wholesome and amazing on charred bread.

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Crispy Tofu and Veg Stacks with Pea Puree and Lemon Herb Sauce

A stunning dish - fresh, delicious and healthy crispy tofu & veg stacks with pea puree and lemon herb sauce are bursting with flavour, colours and texture.

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Mini Vegan ‘Cheese’ Tarts with Sprout and Walnut Slaw

These lovely little cheesy tarts make a lovely festive starter or tasty lunch. With gorgeous caramelised onions, and a creamy 'cheese' filling.

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Almond, Tahini, Raspberry Heart Biscuits (Gluten Free)

These delicious heart biscuits combine lovely ingredients–ground almonds, tahini, sticky sweet raspberry jam - and they look so cute! Perfect for Valentine’s Day.

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Crispy Tofu with a Sesame Coating and Peanut Salad

This delicious crispy tofu with a crunchy, nutty sticky coating is amazing! Combined with a fresh and super nutty roasted peanut salad - a taste explosion.

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Chocolate Cherry Espresso Pots (Gluten Free)

Decedent, rich and smooth chocolate cherry expresso pots. Mouthfuls for gooey chocolate with a little coffee hit and sweet cherries - totally dreamy.

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Roast Pepper and Aubergine Stack with Pesto and Roast Cherry Tomatoes

This is a stunning stack of roast peppers and aubergine with pesto and roast cherry tomatoes - delicious and perfect for dinner parties or a special meal.

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Spiced Whole Cauliflower with Smoky Tomatoes and Salsa

Spiced whole cauliflower with smoky tomatoes and salsa - a bit of a showstopper of a dish. Served on a bed of a smoky tomato sauce and fresh and zingy salsa.

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Chocolate Biscoff Almond Brownie Hearts

Soft and gooey chocolate biscoff almond brownie hearts - utterly delicious and super easy to make. Serve with a zingy raspberry compote for a perfect pairing.

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A lovely warming smoky red pepper and lentil soup - rich and earthy and sweet at the same time. A gorgeous soup and wonderful with fresh bread and olive oil.

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FAQs

How do vegans accommodate at a dinner party? ›

Make sure you're aware of any allergies ahead of time, so you can prepare dishes suitable for your guests' needs. Speak to your guests a few weeks before the event, and where possible create dishes that are suitable for all, so you avoid having to create different recipes for each person.

What do you serve a vegan guest? ›

Your houseguest would most likely be happy with oatmeal or granola with almond milk and fruit for breakfast, nut butters, hummus, salads with beans, fruits and vegetables, and nuts for lunch, and grilled or sautéed veggies with a whole grain like quinoa are for dinner.

What two groups of ingredients need to be avoided when catering for a vegan? ›

Lacto-ovo-vegetarians eat both dairy products and eggs; this is the most common type of vegetarian diet. Lacto-vegetarians eat dairy products but not eggs. Vegans do not eat dairy products, eggs, or any other products derived from animals (e.g. honey).

How to host vegan? ›

Having a vegan dinner party does not mean your guests will miss out on delicious meals. You can include beetroot hummus that will taste delicious with vegan tomato flatbread. Top it with garlic, tahini, and tomatoes. Curried Jasmine Rice: Give your mains a creative spin by adding distinct flavors to the dishes.

What is vegan on a menu? ›

A vegan diet is a plant-based plan that excludes all animal products, like meat, fish, dairy and even honey (because it's made by bees, so it's considered an animal product). Its cousin, the vegetarian diet, is a bit broader and excludes meat and fish but includes dairy and eggs.

What do vegans struggle with the most? ›

Numerous studies have shown that vegans consume insufficient calcium and vitamin D, not only owing to the absence of dairy products but also due to calcium bioavailability problems in plant-based diets [28]. Vitamin D insufficiency exacerbates calcium shortage further owing to impaired intestinal absorption.

What is the hardest thing to give up as a vegan? ›

When it comes to veganism, a few staple foods can be challenging to give up. Dairy products, eggs, and meat are the most commonly cited examples. These foods can be challenging to give up for several reasons. They are typically very high in protein, which is essential for a healthy diet.

Is Peanut butter vegan? ›

The bottom line. Most types of peanut butter are free of animal products and can be enjoyed as part of a vegan diet. However, some varieties are made in facilities that also process animal products or contain refined sugar that was produced using bone char or non-vegan ingredients like honey or fish oil.

Can vegans have tuna? ›

People who follow a vegan diet choose not to eat meat and seafood, including conventional canned tuna, because of their commitment to an animal-free lifestyle.

Can vegans eat rice? ›

Yes, absolutely! Rice is a common grain in all cooking and has a significant place in the plant-based world too. Some rice dishes may not be suitable for vegans though, so if you're eating out or following a recipe make sure there are no meat, fish or other animal products being used before you tuck in!

Can vegans be friends with meat eaters? ›

Friendship, of course, is a two-way relationship. Part of that relationship involves being attentive to our friends. Meat-eaters and vegetarians who are friends with vegans ought to be more sensitive and respectful to that when veganism is a core moral commitment.

What could you prepare for dinner for a strict vegan that provides all of the essential amino acids in appropriate amounts? ›

If you are focused on complete vegan proteins, shoot for soy products, grains like quinoa and buckwheat, pistachios, chia and hemp seeds. Combining other plant based protein foods throughout the day can help you get adequate essential amino acids in your diet.

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