Party Food Recipes

Simply combine savory ingredients with umami-flavored ingredients for this delicious appetizer. Toasted sesame seeds add a wonderful texture. Serve this dip with crackers or...

Molly Yeh presented an appetizer with a subtle Jewish influence, like many other dishes at her new restaurant, Bernie's, in Minnesota. This dip is smoky, creamy, bright, and slightly herbaceous. And...

When it comes to candy, chocolate truffles are considered some of the most exquisite candies on the planet. These are most often made with dark chocolate. But with white chocolate, the results are no less...

Served in shot glasses filled with a tart and spicy tomatillo sauce, the shrimp are an appetizer perfect for barbecue parties or poolside. The shrimp should be well...

The Verde Maria (Green Maria) cocktail is a fun twist on the Bloody Mary. It's made with traditional Mexican ingredients: tomato puree replaces tomato juice...

Nachos, loaded with melting cheese and a rich, meaty sauce, are a great appetizer for house parties and sports nights. Tomatillos and...

Slow and steady wins the race. Decorate your nautical-themed party with these adorable turtle cupcakes. Use any vanilla cupcakes, store-bought or your favorite...

Even Finding Nemo fans or aquarium fish enthusiasts will find it hard to resist this incredible dessert. These vibrant clownfish cupcakes look stunning and make a great...

Croak-croak! These frogs would be a welcome addition to a wildlife-themed party or as a complement to floral-decorated cupcakes to keep the table from looking too girly. For a beautiful...

Your elephant parade with gumdrop ears and trunks will be surprisingly easy and unforgettable. These cute pink elephant cupcakes will be the perfect addition to any children's party or...

Want to experience the Alaskan diet? Then make this creamy hot-smoked salmon dip! Paired with fresh vegetables and crackers, it's the perfect appetizer for your next...

Filo pastry tartlets are a great product to keep in the freezer for a delicious snack at any time. One of the most delicious combinations for tartlet fillings...

Want to impress your guests without the hassle of cooking? This simple dip, made with just 100g of silky smoked salmon, is perfect as an appetizer and pairs well with...

Crispy hash browns are perfect for Sunday brunch. For a special twist, make one large hash brown and top it with pizza slices...

These miniature white triangle-shaped tea sandwiches are a great appetizer not only for afternoon tea but also for any house party. Make these sandwiches with two different fillings: cream cheese with...

A refreshing Mexican-style non-alcoholic cocktail made with grapefruit juice, served in a glass garnished with fiery cayenne pepper and paprika. Tequila can be added if desired...

This vibrant cucumber-based cocktail is wonderfully refreshing in summer. The cucumber flavor is harmoniously complemented by subtle sweet melon notes, brought by both the fresh melon and the melon liqueur. Give it to...

This layered hummus dip is perfect for at-home parties. Transform store-bought hummus into something special by incorporating boldly flavored Mediterranean favorites and...

Spaghetti with meatballs in a rich tomato sauce is a popular Italian dish for Sunday family dinner. But you can also easily turn it into an appetizer for a house party with friends:...

This snack mix has it all: peanuts, pistachios, potato chips, pretzels, corn nuts, dried mango, and coconut masala seasoning that infuses the mix with the flavors of Indian cuisine.

Mix cashews with garam masala, curry powder, and coconut, then roast until crispy for a delicious Indian-inspired snack. Serve these...

This Mexican take on the Bloody Mary uses mezcal instead of vodka. This cocktail begs for appetizers. Make them Mexican, too! Garnish each glass with a...

Japanese matcha green tea, in addition to hot drinks, is perfect for desserts and cocktails. For example, its herbal notes will complement the tropical flavor of a piña colada...

Unlike most other sandwiches, the Hot Brown is considered an evening snack, even a late-night one. It was invented to feed people tired from a night of partying. A toasted slice of bread...

You won't need tongs to crack these lobster tails—the shells are actually made of candy! These lobster-shaped cakes are made with store-bought pound cake, which is then coated with the shell and...

According to the owner of Denver butcher Il Porcellino Salumi, to fully enjoy the flavor of his signature sandwich, you need to layer the meats in a specific order:...

Lobster salad in a tart mayonnaise dressing is served in edible bowls made from firm lettuce leaves. If desired, you can add hot or sweet peppers, poppy seeds, or sesame seeds. The perfect light...

Instead of traditional Mexican tortillas, these mini tacos are made on baked potato skins. Top the skins with all the taco ingredients—chicken (baked or grilled), cheese, salsa,...

A topping of sour cream, tomatoes, red onion, pickled jalapeños, and chipotle sauce elevates traditional guacamole to a whole new level. Plus, it makes the appetizer look more...

The Elvis milkshake is a delicious combination of banana, vanilla ice cream, and peanut butter. This recipe tops the drink with whipped cream, but the original Elvis is served with...

Make mini burgers by swapping out regular buns for something even more delicious: stuffed potato skins with cheddar and bacon! Simply bake store-bought stuffed skins to...

These red-and-white striped bagels will remind some of life preservers, while others will think of Christmas. This means they're equally appropriate for a summer beach-themed party as they are for winter...

White chocolate brownies are coated with a soft lemon layer, creating a delightfully sweet dessert with a hint of citrus freshness. Cut into squares, dust with sugar, and...

This delicious fruit salad is the perfect way to use kombucha as a marinade while preserving all its beneficial properties. Since the kombucha is not heated in this recipe, the live...

One of the ingredients in this Whiskey Sour cocktail is kombucha. You don't need to grow it; you'll just need store-bought apple-flavored kombucha. Pair it with bourbon...

For appetizers at your next house party, make these Italian-style sausage rolls. The combination of cheese, pesto, and bell peppers, which are stuffed into the sausages before they're dipped in dough,...

Try an Italian take on traditional meatballs. Instead of regular ground meat, use raw Italian sausage, removing the casings. Bake the sausage balls in the oven and serve as...

This appetizer is an Italian take on sausage rolls. Instead of sausage, wrap mozzarella sticks in crispy breading. Top it with a slice of prosciutto, a strip of roasted bell pepper, and pesto sauce...

These miniature meatball bowls are actually Italian meatballs, filled with gooey mozzarella and marinara sauce with a crispy topping of breadcrumbs and Parmesan. Shape them into bowls...

This hearty, juicy, and vibrant salad combines cooked pasta with some of Italy's most popular appetizers: marinated giardiniera, provolone cheese, salami, and fresh herbs. It's...

This huge sandwich is enough for several people. The braised rabe makes it super juicy, and the combination of Italian delicacies—prosciutto, salami, mortadella, and provolone cheese—is incredibly...

A mixture of ground pork and turkey, along with fresh herbs, ricotta, and pecorino cheese, make these meatballs incredibly juicy and tender. They can be served as a main course or as an appetizer, skewered on...

Good old Irish coffee is transformed into a alcoholic jelly in this recipe. This charming adult dessert combines all the flavors of the famous cocktail – coffee, Baileys, and whipped cream.

Enjoy these flavorful potato muffins warm to fully appreciate the gooey pockets of Irish cheddar, crispy bacon bits, and spicy hints of green onions. They can be...

If you're serving cocktails to a large group, it's best to make a punch that's big enough for everyone, so you don't have to mix individual portions for each guest. The Hurricane cocktail is...