Canapés and Appetizers for Fine Dining Events
The first bite sets the tone for the entire evening. I design my canapés and amuse-bouche to offer a concentrated burst of texture and flavor, serving as a technical introduction to your meal.
A corn tartlet with a chicken fat corn crema, puffed amaranth, and crispy chicken skin. A bite that is full of texture and savory flavor.
A duo of amuse-bouche: a vibrant beet tartlet and a rich confit duck croquette.
A Goose Liver Bonbon, where a smooth foie gras parfait is enrobed in a cherry glaze and served on cacao crumbs. A decadent and surprising bite.
Canapé-sized mushroom tacos, filled with fermented garlic aioli, green papaya som tam, and a truffle egg yolk gel.
Delicate cones filled with beetroot tartare and topped with pickled elements and edible flowers.
My Salmon Tartare appetizer, served with pickles and a scoop of savory Dijon mustard ice cream.
A single, elegant bite. This canapé features complex layers of flavor and texture, designed to be eaten in one go.
A savory bite-sized toast, artfully decorated with different sauces and microgreens.
Plating a row of tomato and raw papaya tacos, a refreshing and creative start to a meal.
A Bitterballen, a classic Dutch bar snack. It's a crumb-fried sphere of creamy confit chicken ragout.
About Canapés & Appetizers
When you taste my amuse-bouche, you are getting a study in contrasts: think a crispy chicken skin topping on a creamy corn tartlet, or the richness of a foie gras bonbon cut by the tartness of cherry glaze. These are not just snacks; they are technical, single-bite foundations for the story I aim to tell throughout the rest of your dinner.
In my approach to Modern European and Asian fusion, the starter is just as critical as the main entrée. Whether it is a wild mushroom taco with truffle egg yolk gel or a delicate beetroot tartare cone, each item is engineered to wake up the palate immediately.
The Anatomy of an Appetizer
I focus on three specific elements in every piece:
- Texture: From the crunch of puffed amaranth to the snap of a fresh tart shell, every bite must provide a physical response.
- Temperature: Balancing cold, refreshing gazpacho or tartare against warm, savory ragout bites ensures the palate stays engaged.
- Intensity: Because these are small portions, the flavor profiles are concentrated. We use techniques like fermented garlic aioli and chicken fat crema to ensure maximum impact.
These appetizers are standard in my 5-course tasting menus hosted at my Bangalore residence or partner venues. They are designed for intimate groups where I can present each item personally and explain the inspiration behind the ingredients. If you are hosting a private event, we can adapt these starters to fit the theme of your evening, ensuring the guest experience starts with a high-level technical dish rather than a standard grazing platter.
Clive Fernandes
I am Chef Clive Fernandes. For me, these starters are where the culinary narrative begins. I pour as much technical detail into a single amuse-bouche as I do into the main course, ensuring every bite is a memorable opening statement for your guests.
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