Terrine is a traditional French dish composed of delicious layers of coarsely chopped meats, seafood or vegetables packed into a rectangular dish. It may not sound that appealing, but served with bread, pickles and condiments it makes for a perfect picnic or starter.

Have a go at combining the classic flavours of pork and pickled vegetables in Galton Blackiston's ham hock terrine and picalilli, or try Shaun Rankin's smoked salmon terrine with cucumber and quail's eggs for a sophisticated starter.