Party Food Recipes

Taco seasoning not only garnishes the rim of the glass, it also adds a zesty, spicy note to a Margarita. Make a syrup from taco seasoning and lime zest, strain, and use...

This lavender-hued tri-cake display will be a beautiful centerpiece and focal point for your celebration. The bottom tier features large frosted cupcakes, while the middle tier features...

This refreshing punch is great with or without alcohol. Perfect for summer parties around the backyard grill. Make a large pitcher or bowl of punch with orange soda, lemonade, and...

Enjoy the grapefruit flavor of this light, sparkling cocktail with a hint of vanilla from vanilla vodka. Easy to drink, this cocktail is perfect for house parties, brunches, and bachelorette parties. This...

Cranberry, mint, and lime complement each other beautifully in this refreshing vodka cocktail. Mash all the ingredients to release as much juice and essential oils as possible, and for a red...

It's hard to imagine a fajita without bell peppers, but if you're experimenting with protein by adding shrimp instead of traditional beef, why not replace the peppers with seasonal zucchini and squash?

Make a sweet cherry tomato chutney, a South Indian favorite, and serve as an appetizer on toasted baguette slices with a slice of melting taleggio cheese. The chutney's sweet and spicy flavor...

Enjoy the delicious combination of strawberry, basil, and lime in this refreshing bourbon-based cocktail. Shake all ingredients thoroughly to release as much juice as possible and...

These puff pastries are made with store-bought croissant dough. Each one is filled with spicy cream cheese and a large shrimp. As soon as you take the puff pastries out of the oven, spread them with apricot jam and...

Juicy turkey meatballs are baked in a sweet and sour tomato sauce with orange, peach jam, chili sauce, and spices. Serve as a main course with a side dish or as an appetizer.

The salad is made with two types of melon – muskmelon and cantaloupe – which are cut into neat balls using a melon spoon. If you don't have a melon spoon, simply dice the fruit.

This appetizer will be a hit at your house party. Corn chips are topped with a thick and flavorful meat stew, a layer of melting cheese, fresh, zesty arugula, and a tangy homemade pickle.

Only green, unripe plantains are suitable for making chips. Cut them into coins, lightly fry them, flatten them, and fry them again until crispy, and your homemade chips are ready! And to...

Canapés with miniature stuffed peppers are an appetizer for any occasion, whether a holiday or a casual house party. Their sweet and tangy flavor with a hint of tartness pairs perfectly with alcoholic drinks...

Spiced nuts are a versatile snack that can be enjoyed with beer, taken on the go, or even used as a topping for salads and other dishes. A mixture of any...

This American football stadium-shaped cake is made entirely of sweet snacks and is perfect for enjoying while watching the game. The field is a soft sponge cake covered in coconut glaze...

This sweet tomato jam is perfect for a cheeseboard if you're looking to impress guests with a unique treat, but it's also delicious with toast or crackers. Plum tomatoes are simmered with...

Enjoy a delicious combination of sweet and salty in this homemade toffee. Chocolate toffee with peanut butter flakes is topped with crushed potato chips and salted straws, so...

Musubi is a Hawaiian appetizer made of rice and a fried slice of ham (usually Spam) wrapped in a strip of nori. It looks like sushi and is perfect as an appetizer at a Hawaiian party. Before...

Combine dried apricots, walnuts, fried bacon, and provolone cheese with crumbled challah for a delicious sweet-and-savory mushroom filling. Any large champignons will work well—...

An easy-to-make and impressive Halloween appetizer that will please all your guests. These eyeballs are juicy beef meatballs with olive pupils. Simmer them in a sweet and sour red sauce,...

Sweet cornmeal is a great backdrop for experimenting with sweet and savory combinations. These cookies are made with store-bought corn muffin mix and flavored with honey, pepper...

The combination of pineapple, cajeta (goat's milk caramel), and cheese imbues these Mexican pastries with a complex sweet-salty flavor. Wrapped in puff pastry and dusted with sugar, this filling makes...

Hummus is easy to make at home, and this appetizer is always a hit with guests, especially if you decide to surprise them with a new flavor. This hummus includes baked sweet potato, which adds...

Delicate egg salad with green onions and mayonnaise is a wonderful filling for light tea sandwiches. Truffle oil imparts a subtle, refined white truffle aroma. Just one teaspoon...

At your next picnic or backyard grill party, surprise your guests with these unique surf-and-turf kebabs. Tender steaks and jumbo shrimp are grilled...

In this recipe, Molly Yeh decided to combine two popular party appetizers: French fries and nachos. To make nachos easy to eat, you need round, waffle-shaped French fries, which...

This unusual cocktail name says it all: you'll truly experience the spicy flavor of sweet potato pie! It's made with tequila and sweet potato and pear juice. The smoky note of tequila...

The traditional Fallen Angel cocktail is quite tart and tart, making it an acquired taste. But Trisha Yearwood decided to sweeten it up and make it a favorite at your party. You're still...

These savory tartlets are a stunning appetizer for any holiday or house party. The shortcrust pastry bases are filled with caramelized fried onions, topped with a beaten egg, and...

If you're looking for a new and exciting appetizer for your party, try this fruit salsa with homemade cinnamon chips. Everyone will love it! Fresh fruit and berries are finely chopped...

"This salad first appeared in Robin Leach's 1986 cookbook, Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous, and became an instant hit in my restaurants thanks to the rich flavor of the pears, which...

This delicious bread is filled with pepperoni, sausage, and ham, plus bell peppers and onions—all the classic toppings of a great meat pizza. Cut it into bite-sized pieces and serve as...

These sweet and spicy Asian meatballs are served as an appetizer on skewers. Fry them until crispy, then pierce each one with a skewer or toothpick, dip in chili sauce, and roll in...

These mini tarts are easy to make and look like they came straight from a bakery! These crumbly shortcrust pastry tartlets are filled with refreshing lemon curd and topped with fresh berries and whipped cream.

Crispy fried tostones plantains are served with a succulent salad of lobster and hearts of palm. A tropical flavor is added to the salad by a dressing made with mango puree, coconut milk, and spicy...

Although these rolls don't contain rice or fish and taste more like sandwiches, they're still fun to make, especially with kids. Giada De Laurentiis presented two variations – prosciutto and...

This dessert combines all the best elements of the camping treat s'more: rich chocolate, graham crackers, and toasted marshmallows. Ree Drummond brought this childhood favorite to the campfire...

Crispy tempura tuna served with a tangy wasabi mayonnaise sauce—the perfect Japanese-style appetizer for your next house party. You can fry the tuna simply by dipping it in...

This appetizer is quick and easy to make and perfect for house parties, especially when guests suddenly drop by. You'll only need three ingredients: cream cheese, grated cheddar, and...

This New Orleans cocktail is considered one of America's oldest cocktails. Traditionally made with cognac, Sunny Anderson substituted whiskey for her recipe, and instead of absinthe, she decided to...

If you really want to enjoy grilled corn, it's best to cook it on an outdoor grill to add a pleasant smoky flavor to the spices. Make comfortable handles on each cob using the leaves...

Looking for an appetizer that will please all your guests? A sure-fire option for any occasion: these ricotta toasts with homemade pesto. Compared to store-bought pesto, homemade pesto is much more...

A refreshing yet savory summer appetizer. Place frozen vegetables and green peas in a blender (do not defrost!) and blend together with cream cheese and roasted garlic until smooth.

Cheese and spinach are a popular combination that adds a delicious twist to any side dish or baked good, and these stuffed mushrooms are no exception. Fill the large caps with Boursin cheese, spinach, and...

Refreshing limoncello-based cocktails are perfect for summer parties. The citrusy flavor of this sparkling spritzer is perfectly complemented by a heady cherry note, while the whiskey adds a punch. Meanwhile...

Infuse fresh salsa with tropical flavor by replacing tomatoes with ripe mango slices. The combination of sweet fruit, spicy chili pepper, and fragrant cilantro is simply sublime! Dress the salsa with a base for...

This sweet and savory appetizer with a fruity twist will be a hit among all the appetizers at your party. Bacon is baked until crisp, then slathered with a gooey thyme glaze and...