These zucchini balls are absolutely delicious and perfect for entertaining, since the batter can be made ahead of time. They pair beautifully with Tzatziki dip and Traditional Greek Meatballs, making them ideal for a tapas-style spread or as delightful appetizers before a Mediterranean meal.
We recently spent a magical week sailing through the Greek Isles on a small cruise ship, where each stop seemed to offer a new flavor and story. One of the highlights of the trip was a hands-on cooking class led by a local chef who shared traditional family recipes passed down through generations. The […]
Want to get your family or friend gathering off to a spicy start? Try my son Phil’s Jalapeño poppers. Our family always requests this appetizer whenever we get together. I recently discovered that jalapeño peppers are easy to grow, and they easily get to a great size for these poppers. They are easy to find […]
These tasty bites will be a wonderful addition to your Simple Celebration table. You can experiment with different fillings using the same method.
Something different to add to your simple celebration appetizer collection. Warm, creamy cheese spread on top of a slice of baguette – delicious!
This “flatbread” is made from puff pastry, not the traditional pizza crust. The pastry adds a flaky goodness to this quick appetizer.
Putting this colorful dish together takes less than 10 minutes. It has simple ingredients, but has great taste and color!
Assemble in this dish in advance, then pour marinade over the skewers 20 minutes before grilling.
What is halloumi? It is a cheese that is mild, yet delicious and can withstand the heat of a hot oven without melting. In this unique appetizer recipe, the cheese acts as the base for the figs and prosciutto. After baking, the prosciutto is crispy, the figs soft, and the cheese delectable. This very simple, […]
These cakes are absolutely delicious and are a real crowd-pleaser. The best part is you can make them several days ahead, thaw them before your guests arrive, and reheat for 15 minutes at 375 degrees.
These were a lot of fun to make (as you can see from the video link below). The rice paper rolls look like a plastic disc when you open the package. Once you thoroughly soak them, either by wiping them with a wet towel or dipping them into water, they become much more pliable […]
Wow your friends and family the next time you serve an appetizer or need to bring a pot luck dish with these delicious simple dumplings. This Asian recipe comes all the way from Australia thanks to Skye K. who is Jennifer’s (Vicki’s daughter), wonderful sister-in-law.
Instead of serving salad as a first course, try this potato and smoked salmon dish. Jumbo cooked shrimp easily substitutes for the salmon if one of your guests does not care for smoked salmon.
This appetizer can be as spicy as you want – it all depends on the level of heat in the salsa you use.
These bite-size treats are so delicious, your guests will gobble them up!