Caprese Skewer Appetizers
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Need to bring a party appetizer but don't have a lot of time for complicated cooking? This skewered version of a Caprese salad is always a party hit and it's so easy.
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Prosciutto Watercress Rollups with Pear
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These tasty rollups are a guaranteed party favorite. Watercress tossed in fresh lemon juice, olive oil, balsamic vinegar and salt.
Read MoreTuna Tartini
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Today, my local grocer had fresh, sashimi grade tuna and ripe avocados. I took that as a sign to make this fresh and tasty appetizer. And I love these steel martini glasses. They're such a great little bowl for a tuna tartare.
Read MoreProsciutto & Burrata with Melon Toast
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I had to do a toast with the classic combination of burrata cheese, prosciutto, melon and balsamic drizzle. I used truffle burrata and topped the toast with lemon zest for a little something extra.
Read MoreGibsons Irish Pub's Banger & Mash is on Their Happy Hour Menu!
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Gibsons Irish Pub in Walnut Creek has an upscale (but not stuffy) atmosphere and food with Irish flare. There are lots of reasons to visit Gibsons and one is their great drink and food Happy Hour menu, which includes the Banger & Mash pictured below. One of my favs!
Read MoreBlue Cheese & Pear Toast with Walnuts & Balsamic Glaze
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The balance of blue cheese, pear and balsamic glaze makes this a wonderful treat! Luvs me some gourmet toasts.
These make a great party appetizer by slicing each toast into 3 or 4 pieces - I use a pizza slicer for this.
Read MoreProsciutto & Melon Skewers
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It’s my new favorite summer appetizer — prosciutto and melon skewers with fresh basil, mozzarella cheese, and balsamic vinegar glaze. It’s easy and ridiculously delicious.
Read MoreEaster Crostini
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I’m trying some new things this Easter. Starting with this crostini appetizer. So easy and delish!
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