Starter images

Crispy rice balls with mushroom filling garnished with fresh herbs on white plate. Close up view of golden brown Japanese style croquettes shows texture.

Crispy breaded shrimp garnished with fresh herbs and sesame seeds served on dark plate with dipping sauce, close up view of appetizing seafood dish.

Crispy golden fried shrimp tempura served on black plate with creamy dipping sauce and lemon. Garnished with fresh herbs, dramatic dark food photography.

Fresh tomato gazpacho soup garnished with sliced tomatoes, herbs, black pepper in brown ceramic bowl, served with crispy tortilla chip. Food photography.

Pan-seared scallops with caramelized golden-brown crust and fresh herbs garnish on cooling rack, close up view showing delicate sear pattern and juicy texture.

Pan seared sea scallops garnished with fresh dill on white rectangular plate. Golden brown caramelized surface with tender center creates gourmet seafood presentation.

Grilled oysters with melted cheese and herbs served on wooden platter with fresh vegetables. Close up of seafood appetizer garnished with lettuce, radish and carrots.

Thinly sliced cured meat carpaccio garnished with fresh herbs and black pepper on dark plate, served as gourmet appetizer on wooden surface.

Fresh salmon sashimi slice topped with sea salt crystals on black stone plate against dark background, dramatic lighting highlights texture and color.

Fresh salmon sashimi layered with sushi rice and black caviar in glass, topped with red roe, cucumber slices and microgreens against dark background with bokeh.

Pan-seared scallops with caramelized crust garnished with fresh chopped chives on dark plate, close up view showing golden-brown sear and glossy sauce.

Pan seared scallops with caramelized golden crust garnished with fresh dill and sauce on white plate, macro food photography with selective focus.

Grilled oysters with melted cheese sauce and herbs served on bed of fresh lettuce, radish, and purple cabbage. Guacamole dip on side in ceramic bowl.

Crispy polenta squares topped with seasoned ground beef, fresh avocado, sour cream and diced tomato salsa. Mexican-inspired appetizer served on dark plate.

Glazed Asian chicken wings and spring rolls served on white plate with sweet chili dipping sauce, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions.

Creamy white cheese appetizer garnished with fresh herbs, walnuts and seeds on wooden board. Drizzled with olive oil, close up view of gourmet dairy starter.

Asian dumplings garnished with sesame seeds, green onions and sauce on black plate, close up view showing texture and filling for food service.

Colorful bell peppers stuffed with fresh mango salsa on bed of arugula leaves, garnished with lemon slice. Healthy vegetarian appetizer for summer menu.

Stuffed red tomato with melted cheese, chili peppers and fresh herbs served in dark ceramic bowl. Moody food photography with natural lighting.

Flaky puff pastry vol-au-vent filled with creamy mushroom sauce and sauteed wild mushrooms, garnished with fresh herbs on white background.

Flaky puff pastry vol-au-vent filled with creamy sauce, topped with sauteed mushrooms and fresh herbs, macro food photography with selective focus.

Young green seedlings growing in plastic starter tray with rich soil. Close-up view of sprouting plants in nursery container shows early growth stage and gardening process.

Middle Eastern appetizer spread with hummus, falafel, fresh pita bread, mixed olives and traditional chopped salad on dark wooden table. Mediterranean cuisine.

Grilled octopus tentacles garnished with fresh herbs and spices on dark ceramic plate, served with dipping sauce. Close up view of gourmet seafood appetizer.