For Brooke's wedding we had hoped to have a gigantic grazing table in the center of the room for cocktail hour. Alas, with all of the changes this season we had to pivot to appetizer boxes filled with tasty goodies. We had lots of discussion about how we could offer an assortment of cheese, meats ... Read more
Tis the season for appetizers! I thought I would share a few of my recent favorites with you! I had a very large board crafted for my daughter's small engagement party and for the recent ATOP wine event with Chateau Pommard and I just love the way it works for tasty tidbits. I like to line ... Read more
Need a simple go-to appetizer? My Artichoke Cheese Bake never disappoints a crowd. It really is so simple to make, just mix the ingredients, put it in a baking dish and pop it in the oven. Really people go crazy for this stuff! Try it the next time someone asks you to bring an appetizer ... Read more
When it's appetizer time, nothing satisfies like brie served with a decadent topping. My Brie with Buttered Pecans and Cherries is hard to beat. The tart fruit and warm pecans complement the creamy texture of brie perfectly. Serve this tasty bite with apple, French bread or crackers for a happy crowd! Stay tuned next ... Read more
Tomato, basil and cheese is without a doubt my favorite flavor profile. I have developed many recipes over the years using this trio of ingredients and these Tomato Basil Tartlets are among the best. This precious 3 bite appetizer is simple to make and always a crowd pleaser. Enjoy and stay tuned for one more ... Read more
It is appetizer season! Chances are you have been asked to bring an appetizer to at least one holiday party this year. I would like to share 3 of my favorites with you this week, today, Apple Crostini. Apple Crostini is my current appetizer crush, when I make theses I cannot stop eating them! NO ... Read more
“After my first ATOP trip to Paris and the champagne region, meeting food artisans; I could not wait to go to Provence where we get to meet the farmers and local producers!” Tonni Callan Cultivating relationships with French food artisans is something I take very seriously. I have been working for decades to find the ... Read more
