Party Food Recipes

A football game on TV, beer, and wings go hand in hand. With this recipe for fried wings, made in three different flavors at once, you'll delight all your friends. But keep in mind...

Try Guy Fieri's delicious, refreshing cocktail, literally bursting with fruit. Mango and pineapple pair beautifully with tequila, creating a truly tropical flavor. The drink is prepared in...

This recipe features two small but crucial ingredients that make these salad bowls amazing: pickled ginger and shredded nori. The tart ginger and salty seaweed...

This party appetizer is bursting with vibrant Asian flavor and will appeal to vegetarians and meat-eaters alike. Balls of shredded tofu, almonds, seeds, and spices are rolled in...

Rolled bread, drenched in tomato sauce with pepperoni and mozzarella pieces, is packed with all the flavors of the popular pepperoni pizza. A great option if you want to impress your guests and offer them...

If you're a Bloody Mary fan, try this version of the famous cocktail, made with vodka and tomato juice, and topped with carrot juice. It's slightly sweeter, but otherwise, it's still...

Brazilian cachaça rum, fresh strawberries, and a hint of cinnamon make this recipe a delightful summer cocktail. Moderately sweet, slightly spicy, and refreshing, it's served over ice and perfect...

To make a delicious summer martini, you don't need vermouth. The main flavor component is everyone's favorite seasonal fruit: melon! This recipe combines two varieties of melon—cantaloupe and...

If you're looking for a unique way to serve tequila at your party, consider jalapeño popper shots. Jalapeños are transformed into edible shot glasses for tequila and lime juice. It'll be...

Many people think Caesar salad is an Italian dish, but it was actually invented at Caesar's restaurant in Tijuana, Mexico. This recipe features corn prepared Caesar-style.

"I really love yakitori," admits Justin Warner. "My wife and I even have little containers where we put the 'condemned' skewers so we can count who ate the most. Which, in my opinion..."

When making homemade lemonade, it's important to maintain the correct proportions of freshly squeezed lemon juice, water, and sugar. Then your drink will be perfectly refreshing, with a balanced flavor without...

This aromatic punch made with black tea and Battavia Arak rum, lime, and aromatic spices is a perfect choice for any party or holiday, especially fall and winter. Serve well...

The Beer Margarita is a tempting twist on the classic cocktail, combining tequila, beer, lime juice, and frozen limeade concentrate. The result is a refreshing beer...

This inventive and original take on sangria uses frozen white grapes instead of ice cubes. Cantaloupe puree accentuates the melon notes often found in wine.

"I prefer to soak the chicken in brine before frying, as it helps it retain its juiciness," says Cardea Brown. If you're in a hurry, soaking the chicken for an hour at room temperature is sufficient...

Before frying, Molly Yeh marinates chicken in buttermilk with salt, black pepper, sugar, cayenne pepper, garlic, and thyme. "What does this marinade do? It essentially draws moisture out of the chicken, and..."

If you're looking for a great German-style beer snack, this recipe is for you! This thick, velvety cheese sauce is made with beer, garlic, and mustard, and is perfect as a dip for...

Jason Sievers' recipe skips the hours-long marinade for the chicken, instead quickly dredges each piece in flour, then dips it in buttermilk and then dredges it again in flour. "Make sure...

If you're looking for an Italian side dish or appetizer that can be enjoyed by a large group with varying preferences, these vegan arancini with artichokes are perfect! Arancini originate from...

Fried chicken wings are the most sought-after beer snack, and if you're hosting a large group, surprise your friends with variety and prepare wings in three different flavors: in honey sauce...

Make this iced tea for adults, perfectly refreshing and relaxing on a hot summer day. The only alcoholic ingredient is tea vodka. The other ingredients are cucumber, mint, raspberry, and lemon.

Transform a rich red wine into a light, sparkling rosé by adding plain club soda and a splash of peach schnapps for a richer, fruitier twist. A perfect cocktail for summer parties.

This refreshing, bright summer drink is made with store-bought iced tea, flavored with peach, lager, and lemonade. Beer cocktail lovers will love the flavor combination. Serve in pubs...

Grilled corn is a popular street snack in Mexico. Street vendors sell the corn from their stands, generously seasoned with a spice mixture and topped with cheese. This recipe follows one...

"Of all fruits, I love strawberries the most, and I almost always prefer making some kind of alcoholic drink with them than anything else," admits recipe author Jessica Merchant. "And I...

Velvety lemon cheesecake, topped with fresh strawberries, is served in small bars and is perfect for buffets and walk-up parties. This no-bake dessert makes a great...

Margarita popsicles are a refreshing summer treat for adults. Made with natural strawberry puree, they're delicious, aromatic, and a mood-lifter. If you're making...

This snowy cocktail is made without ice, but with frozen strawberries, meaning there's no extra water—just the pure flavor of a strawberry Daiquiri, seasoned with a little fresh...

To enjoy the summer flavor of a strawberry Daiquiri, you don't even need a glass! Fresh strawberries are soaked in a mixture of rum and lime juice, then rolled in...

This cocktail is a superb blend of strawberry Daiquiri and Pina Colada in one glass, a veritable explosion of fruity tropical flavors. It's made with store-bought cocktail mixes. Add...

Summer is the season for strawberries and fun beer parties. Combine the two and enjoy this refreshing light beer cocktail with fresh strawberries and a splash of...

This deliciously refreshing dessert boasts a rich strawberry flavor with zesty notes of balsamic vinegar and basil that harmoniously complement the berry sweetness. The amount of sugar...

Stracciatella ice cream with chocolate chips is served with fresh strawberries in Vin Santo dessert wine for a sophisticated Italian dessert that screams summer under the Tuscan sun. If you're...

This thick, cheesy spinach-artichoke dip is made on the stovetop without baking and served as an appetizer in a bread bowl, ready to be eaten when the dip is finished. Soaked in...

Oven-baked chicken wings turn out incredibly crispy if you bake them on a rack, allowing the heat to circulate freely around each piece. For the same reason, don't place them too close together...

If you're hosting a party at home for a large crowd, tacos are the perfect treat! Firstly, everyone loves tacos. Secondly, you can simply set up a taco bar, offering a choice of beef or...

These unusual rolls can be served as a main course or an appetizer. Strips of fried ribeye steak are wrapped in a soy wrapper along with slices of avocado, breadcrumbs, bell peppers...

These miniature towers are made with cucumber slices, which make a great substitute for tartlets, making for a low-calorie appetizer. Pipe a savory cheese cream onto the cucumbers, add...

One of Anne Burrell's sandwiches is enough for a crowd if you cut it into several small pieces and serve it as an appetizer. The filling is juicy slices of grilled steak, refreshing arugula, and tart...

These paper cone appetizers are perfect for house parties, poolside get-togethers, grillouts, and any other casual get-together. Homemade fries are served in cones with...

Marinate a flank steak in a spicy sauce with a little brown sugar, grill it until it's crispy and beautifully browned, and serve it in tacos with an arugula salad...

These steak fingers are prepared similarly to crispy chicken fingers. Strips of pounded beef steak are double-breaded and fried in a mixture of butter and vegetable oil until...

How to treat a large group to a premium steak without breaking the bank? Make it into bite-sized cubes, sautéed in spices, and served as an appetizer with...

Enjoy the berry-citrus flavor of this elegant cocktail made with berry vodka, Cointreau, and lime juice. Add a few fresh blueberries to each glass for a...

Star fruit slices will pleasantly refresh your summer iced tea with their fruity tartness and add a star-shaped garnish. They're also a valuable source of vitamin C, which makes your tea healthier. If you're making the drink...

This wonderful adult milkshake is a perfect St. Patrick's Day treat and a wonderful relaxing after-dinner dessert. Its flavor is directly influenced by the vanilla ice cream...