Party Food Recipes

Infuse simple pumpkin seeds with the delicious pizza flavor of tomato, cheesy garlic, and spicy oregano. This recipe makes the seeds from scratch, straight from the pumpkin, so if you...

Surprise your bones not only with a delicious cocktail, but also with its unusual presentation. These pineapple flowers will make a real impression, and they're incredibly easy to make, especially since they can be made...

Caipirinha, a Brazilian cocktail made with cachaça, lime, and sugar, is infused with the rich, fruity flavor of fresh plums in this recipe. Make a generous serving in a pitcher, add plenty of ice, and...

If you're up for experimenting with beer and beer cocktails, try adding a little pickle brine. The brine's tart, salty flavor will cut through the beer's bitterness, giving the drink a sparkling finish.

The New Orleans Sazerac is considered one of America's oldest cocktails. This mixture of rye whiskey, bitters, absinthe, sugar, and lemon zest is a true classic, crafted for generations.

These moist pumpkin cupcakes, covered in chocolate buttercream, are topped with fun turkeys made from a variety of sweets for a fun and delicious holiday treat that kids and...

These turkey meatballs combine the flavors of several classic Thanksgiving dishes, but are perfect as an appetizer for any holiday or house party. Serve generously covered with...

This beef steak roll is packed with all the flavors of Cuban ropa vieja. Inside, you'll find spicy tomato sauce, roasted bell peppers, caramelized onions, and green olives.

This flank steak roll with a rich, savory filling is reminiscent of the Argentinean matambre roll, whose name translates from Spanish as "hunger killer." The succulent beef is stuffed with vegetables,...

Two additional ingredients—rose water and fresh strawberries—transform a classic gin and tonic into a new, special drink. You can also add freshly squeezed lime juice for a more familiar twist.

Enjoy a delicious combination of sweet and spicy roasted garlic, refreshing green onions, and salty, crisp bacon bits in this sour cream dip, served as an appetizer with chips or...

Garlic makes a budget-friendly yet delicious Mediterranean-style appetizer. Simply roast a whole head of garlic, then crush the softened cloves to create a flavorful...

Place a pat of butter mixed with fresh herbs and garlic into the mushroom caps and bake until the butter melts and the mushrooms infuse with the spicy flavor. Serve as a side dish or...

Roast cauliflower and serve it as an appetizer with a refreshing sauce made with fresh herbs and capers. Both are quite easy and quick to prepare. The sauce can be made several hours ahead...

A perfect appetizer for a house party. Three pizza-flavored dips are made on a single baking sheet, ensuring every guest will be satisfied. The dips are baked inside the crust...

Crispy plantain chips are very popular in Africa, Latin America, and other parts of the world. They're not only a delicious snack but also a great ingredient for dishes, adding...

If you have a pizza stone, make the most of it! It produces not only delicious pizza, but also meat and vegetables. Make sure your stone is grill-safe, and at your next party...

Swap corn chips for thin slices of crispy baguette and give this appetizer an Italian twist. Tomato sauce, gooey mozzarella, fragrant basil… This pizza-flavored appetizer is perfect...

Transform a large pineapple into a stunning keg for your tropical cocktail. Freeze the pineapple pulp and then make a Piña Colada with it. Insert a spigot into the pineapple keg, fill it with the cocktail, and...

If you're throwing a Mexican-themed party, the centerpiece should be this cake, shaped like a vibrant piñata, a staple of Mexican celebrations. For ease of preparation, use...

This recipe makes the Brazilian Caipirinha, a cocktail made with cachaça, lime, and sugar, even more tropical: simply replace the lime juice with fresh pineapple! Add plenty of mint, and enjoy!

Make bratwurst wraps for a bite-sized, party-friendly appetizer. Store-bought wraps make this a no-fuss snack. Cut the bratwurst into...

This eye-catching rainbow appetizer will be the highlight of your celebration. It's made with three layers of cheese, garnished with beets, fresh herbs, and pimento peppers. To give it a beautiful shape...

Keep this tried-and-true guacamole recipe on hand for a delicious and healthy party appetizer ready in minutes. You can adjust the spiciness by adding more...

This appetizer is for serious spicy lovers. Ripe red jalapeños are filled with a mixture of cream cheese and pickled pimento peppers and baked in the oven. To make the appetizer look...

Delicious popcorn isn't just made in the microwave. With this recipe, it's perfect even on the stovetop. Prepare a heavy-bottomed saucepan with a lid, coconut oil (or another vegetable oil), and...

With a soft chocolate sponge base and a layer of melting marshmallows, this cake is basically a giant s'more (roasted marshmallows and chocolate on a graham cracker) for your next camping trip.

Transform ordinary ice cream into a festive dessert by garnishing it with red and white chocolate icing to match the color of Christmas candy canes. Top the ice cream with crushed peppermint candies and...

Four sheets of pizza dough are stacked with layers of cheese and pesto sauce, then a few well-placed cuts and twists transform the whole thing into a festive appetizer in...

Lobster tails can be cooked in a variety of ways: steamed, oven-baked, grilled, or even broiled. The latter option has proven to be the most suitable for producing lobsters that...

The iconic cheesesteak, one of America's most popular sandwiches, takes on a new form in this recipe. Breadboxes are like bread bowls, only more convenient and quicker. They'll have everything you need...

These soft chocolate truffles are filled with toasted pecan bits and sweet-tart dried cherries, topped with crunchy turbinado sugar. Make them as a gift for loved ones or as a treat...

Enjoy the combination of rye whiskey and sweet peach nectar in this refreshing cocktail. Add frozen peaches to nibble on, mint, and lemon juice, and...

Bake one large cookie with dark, semisweet, and white chocolate chips. They'll be perfectly crispy around the edges and soft in the center. One cookie will feed a crowd, or...

This taco spit will delight your guests: a huge stack of tender pork loin slices is skewered on a pineapple-inserted spit and topped with a pineapple crown. The stack is sliced...

A fun way to make your favorite cookies even better: turn them into mini summer watermelon cookies! For this recipe, in addition to the Oreo cookies themselves, you'll need red and green melt-in-the-mouth...

These miniature bread rolls are packed with all the flavors of the popular New Orleans muffuletta sandwich. Soft, pliable white sandwich bread is best for making these rolls.

Peeled shrimp are fried in a Canarian mojo sauce with rum and served on baked potato skins. You can use store-bought mojo sauce for this recipe for a quick and delicious appetizer...

You'll hardly miss the vodka in this sparkling mocktail inspired by the classic Moscow Mule. Candied ginger not only garnishes your drink but also adds a touch of sweetness and...

This fruity and refreshing mango-flavored non-alcoholic drink contains all the ingredients of a cocktail except tequila. Add a splash of alcohol if desired. Overall, it's a great treat for a family gathering...

The classic Paloma cocktail is a superb combination of tequila, lime juice, and grapefruit soda. This refreshing non-alcoholic version replaces the tequila with a pleasant blend of grapefruit and...

Make a sparkling non-alcoholic Pina Colada with coconut-flavored sparkling water for a pleasant refreshment on a hot summer day or to delight guests who don't drink alcohol. Garnish with...

A mint julep is a refreshing combination of ice, mint, and bourbon, perfect for summer parties. This recipe makes a large batch for the whole crowd.