Thank you for checking out the Appetizers and Snacks Recipes section of our website. This section of the website is purely dedicated to creating amazing Appetizers and Snacks that are delicious and simple to create. Our philosophy for Appetizers dishes is they need to be simple to make. They can sometimes become quite a nuisance to make, especially if they are part of a larger meal you are preparing for perhaps your family or friends. The last thing you want for a lovely dinner is for your Appetizers and Snacks to derail the entire meal! That wouldn’t be a fun night now would it!
So simple Appetizers and Snacks is what we’re serving up here. However that doesn’t mean we’re substituting on the flavor. In fact, quite the opposite in fact. Appetizers really do set the scene for the full meal. For what your diners are going to eat for the rest of the night. They’ve got to be fun, special and a little bit unique to your own personality. So we’ve tried to create dishes that allow for a little bit of creative freedom for you to really express yourself with your cooking
Competition generated creativity. There is no better way for people to push themselves further than they ever thought they could than when competing against rivals to produce something amazing, first. That is, perhaps, how one of the most amazing breakfast dishes was created. Texas has produced some amazing cuisine, but perhaps none is more famous…
A super popular bread across the middle east is this amazing Za’atar Flatbread dish. Also known as Manaqueesh, these Flatbreads are light and fluffy bread that is baked at a super high temperature and topped with a wonderfully flavored seasoning. The seasoning is commonly known as Za’atar, which is a spice blend typically consisting of…
One of my favorite dishes to eat at Chinese restaurants is the famous Peking Duck. Beautifully cooked slices of Duck with a wonderfully crispy skin intact, that are wrapped in thin pancakes along with Scallions and topped with Hoisin Sauce / Peking Sauce. The flavor is immense and addictive, leaving you want to go back…
A cheese plate is always welcome and for any occasion! Having some friends around for the afternoon? Perfect! Hosting a big family dinner? It’s a great starter! What about just chilling out on a regular day and looking for something tasty too much on? Always welcome! Indeed, the classic Cheese plate is universally loved by…
When the summertime hits there is no better feeling than firing up the outdoor grill and cooking some yummy food. There’s plenty of delicious ingredients and meals that benefit from being cooked on the open flame, however few are as popular or as tasty as Steak Kabobs! Skewers of thick cut marinated meat wedges between…
A classic Heirloom Caprese Salad is always a great way to kick off a meal. It’s always the ‘go-to’ order at a nice restaurant when it’s on a menu. There’s something special about the combination of ingredients that makes this Salad such a great way to kick off a meal. The combination of flavors of…
Having lived for several years in NY we’ve been so unbelievably blessed with eating great Pizza. Truly, this city produces some of the best (if not THE best) Pizzas in the world. The classic NY Style Pizza, or NY Slice as it is often called is a super simple Pizza. Brilliantly made light crust dough,…
The combination of bold flavors is what makes this dish so special, and such a crowd favorite at events. There are few appetizers or canapes that are more memorable than the famous Steak Crostini with Horseradish Cream. Whether it’s at a wedding, a corporate event, or gatherings of friends and family at home, if these…
Perhaps its just me but it seems like recently Aguachile dishes are popping up everywhere! Not that I’m complaining at all! This wonderful Ceviche-style dish from the Sinaloa region in Mexico is one of the best ways you can enjoy raw seafood. There are many different preparations of Aguachile, and each recipe has it’s own…
Huevos Rancheros is a hugely common breakfast dish served across Mexico and the southern states of the USA. It is a delightful and flavor packed meal consisting of beautifully fried eggs and crispy tortilla chips that are served drenched with a vibrant, spicy Chili / Chile Sauce. For our version of this hearty breakfast, we’re…
I’ve got a couple of absolute must-order dishes whenever I’m eating out at restaurants. If there’s Mac and Cheese as a side dish, it’s getting ordered. If I’m at a Malaysian or SE-Asian restaurant, I’m getting Roti Bread. Finally, and probably my more favorite and most ordered side dish is that wonderfully flaky, Crispy Scallion…
The fact that this recipe even exists is a miracle, and a testament to cooking ingenuity. The sheer creativity by the English to come up with a concept of boiling an egg, encasing it in sausage meat, then breading and deep frying is simply amazing. Yes, the classic Scotch Egg is a hallmark of English…
Deviled Eggs are a wonderful appetizer to serve for groups of people for gatherings and parties. They’re such an easy dish to make, and don’t require to be eaten hot, which means you can make them in advance and move onto other dishes if you’re cooking up a feast for a group of people. They’re…
Homemade Tacos are a great meal to feed the family on a budget any night of the week. Of course, Tuesdays are the preferred day for Tacos so you can celebrate Taco Tuesdays! This Taco recipe is one of our favorites, our homemade Flat Iron Steak Tacos. What is so good about these Tacos is…
For a healthier snack to eat while having a couple of drinks with your friends, or simply a delicious side dish to pair with your dinner, these Spicy Kale Chips are a fantastic option. Light, crispy, and packed full of flavor – whipping up a batch of Kale Chips is a great healthy alternative to…
There are thousands of recipes out there for Grilled Cheese Sandwiches. However, after years and years of research, and thousands of sandwiches consumed, we can categorically announce that this recipe is indeed the Ultimate Grilled Cheese Sandwich Recipe! We’re prepared to share with you all how to make this phenomenal sandwich that we guarantee is…
Stromboli is a famous dish that is very popular in the Northeast of the USA. A dish that was perfected by Italian migrants over generations, it’s a rolled bread that is filled with a delicious filling of Tomato Sauce, Pepperoni, and Mozzarella Cheese. This is not your traditional Stromboli recipe however, as instead of using…
The classic Pizza from Chicago – the legendary Deep Dish Pizza! It’s one of our favorite types of Pizzas, right up there with traditional Napoli or the famed NY Slice. A Deep Dish Pizza is a huge Pizza, layered with Mozzarella Cheese, a Meat filling (Pepperoni or Sausage usually), a rich Tomato Sauce, and finished…
Sausage Rolls are a classic go-to for millions of households across Europe and Australia. They are a little less common in the USA, but they shouldn’t be! Crispy golden-brown pastry filled with wonderful meat filling and baked to golden-brown crunchy perfection. They’re an awesome bite to eat! For something a little bit unique, why not…
The convenience of an Air Fryer really can’t be understated. Instant heat generated on your kitchen bench allowing you to fry up your favorite meals in minutes. It’s a great alternative to using the Oven, particularly when making smaller appetizers such as this one. Our Air Fryer Chicken Springs Rolls are the perfect recipe for…