A rich make-ahead pâté that's perfect party food or makes a great starter - delicious with pickled onions, toast and salad. Equipment: You will need a 1.5 litres/2½ pints terrine mould.

So most years my husband and I hold a soirée — either drinks or dinner — for friends on or around the 14th of July. Pâté is our favourite starter as it can be prepared well ahead and even ...