Appetizer Recipes

Look for some 1950s flavor to be served with a food truck that's set to debut in July. Papa Dale's Drivin' Diner will take on a rockabilly and hot rod kind of vibe, while serving such comfort foods as Santa Maria tri-tip, meatloaf, mac 'n' cheese, griddled breads and more.  

Drink a beer, help an artist. It's that simple the entire month of June, as Sacramento's own Ruhstaller Beer will donate a percentage of sales for each beer sold (at participating restaurants) to the Verge Center for the Arts. appetizers logo  

Pam Whitehead is one of the true local heroes in the fight against cancer. Not only has she raised tens of thousands of dollars for the Livestrong Foundation over the years, but she founded an excellent program called Triumph Fitness, which is a free 12-week strength and fitness program for those who have recently been treated for cancer. appetizers logo  

What's better than grazing from a table of appetizers while chatting with friends and watching your favorite baseball team play? I've often said that I'm going to have a party and serve nothing but appetizers. Then, being Italian, I think about ...  

Chef William Gerstenberger offers this suggestion for making your gathering a success: Keep it simple. The Waverly-born chef ... The chef shares his recipe for Antipasti Salad on a skewer, as well as his favorite grilled salmon with citrus apricot glaze ...  

The latest edition of Sacto MoFo, the local mobile food festival, has been announced for July 21. Look for Sacto MoFo 5 to touch down once again at Eighth and W streets, with a day of mobile food, live music, a beer garden and more. Sacto MoFo 5 will also include an arts and crafts fair among its offerings.  

MHT Partners, LP (“MHT”) proudly announces that Appetizers And, Inc. (“AAI”), a portfolio company of Brazos Private Equity Partners (“Brazos”), has sold select assets to Progressive Gourmet, Inc. (“Progressive Gourmet”).  

A meal is incomplete without an appetizer. You can try a variety of appetizers when it comes to get together, in-house- parties etc. These appetizers tastes delicious and tempt our taste buds too. If you love french fries then let give a little twist to ...  

Pizza aficionados can be a rather obsessive lot, searching out the best of the best pizzas and making lists of their favorites. That's all well and good, but it might mean even more when the man at the top of many of those lists comes up with a list of his own.  

If you're looking for some easy vegetarian appetizers for parties, this black olive spread with bread is just the ticket. Appetizers with olives allow you to incorporate some Mediterranean appetizer recipes into your graduation celebration. These tasty ...  

Buffalo Chicken Pizza from Papa John's. [Photograph: Meredith Smith] Chains continue to adapt their popular appetizers into pies with somewhat appalling results. Obviously people love some of these monstrosities—remember the Papa John's Buffalo Chicken Pizza? So it's obvious the trend will continue, but what will come next? In this weeks poll tell us what transgression you think will be the next appetizer pizza mash-up? What Chain...  

Yeah, the Dolphins drafted a quarterback in the first round, the Panthers finally made the hockey playoffs again and reached a Game 7 and the Marlins are back home, but step aside now, please, all of you, and let the big dog through. NBA playoffs. Heat-Knicks. The beginning of a postseason run that only in Miami qualifies as championship or bust.  

Innovation. Story telling. Discovery. Connections. Beauty. Heartbreak. TEDMED 2012 had it all. What seemed initially like disparate sessions later proved to be a carefully planned series that wove together important themes for making a healthier future. [More]  

For the first time, a beer and wine garden will be part of SactoMoFo, the series of mobile food festivals that draws thousands to each event. Friends sample items from various food trucks at a SactoMoFo food truck festival held in Sacramento in December.  

A cable TV show called "Top Eats" is being developed for the Discovery Channel, and one of the pilot episodes was filmed right here in Sacramento. Chef Pajo Bruich prepares creme fraiche with the anti-griddle at Lounge On20 in Sacramento Friday May 20, 2011.  

After eight years in business and two locations, Sweetwater Restaurant and Bar shut down for good as of Sunday. Co-owner Brad Ross cited high rent costs as the primary reason for shutting down. Casey Mar Happy hour at Sweetwater Bar and Restaurant features special prices on beers and appetizers. Page 36  

Filling individual pea pods with herbed cheese is a laborious task that delivers very special results. Sure, you could just dip the peas in the cheese spread and save a lot of time, but parties are about showing your guests how much you like them!Spring Stuffed PeasServes 2/4A dozen shelling peas1/4 cup of neufchatel cheese2 tablespoons of plain yogurt1 tablespoon of fresh dill Zest from a small lemonSalt, pepper to tasteDash of cayenne...  

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For once the temperatures are (mostly) lining up with the fashion season.Tonight Anne Novotny presents her spring collection for Frei Designs at Post 27, 1819 W. Grand, from 6 to 9 PM—she's offering cocktails and a 10 percent discount on all spring merchandise. [ Subscribe to the comments on this story ]  

But you can use a piece of baguette – sliced into rounds or cut lengthwise – or, if you’re using delicate ingredients, you can base the tartine on a slice of brioche, challah, or white or whole wheat bread.” Greenspan’s pretty dieter’s tartine ...  

One of the most traditional appetizers we enjoyed were homemade Panelle. These chickpea fritters are similar to the Panisses one can find along the Cote d'Azur. But since they are thinner and turn out more crisp, I'd choose Panelle over Panisses any day...  

With wedding season on the horizon, these savoury cheesecakes would be stylish hors d’oeuvres to serve at gatherings surrounding the celebrations. Top with your favourite ingredients to provide guests with a variety of tastes and colours. Some ...  

Unlike a fork and knife, a pair of chopsticks requires only one hand, allowing you to carbo-load as you break the world record for waving at cars. Say hello to this Groupon. Choose Between Two Options $19 for a Chinese fusion meal for two (up to a $40.85 total value) One appetizer (up to an $8.95 value) Two entrees (up to a $31.90 value) $35 for a Chinese fusion meal for four (up to an $81.70 total value) Two appetizers (up to a $17...  

When hosting a party, it’s not only important to have a good time; you also want to “wow” your guests. Butler’s Pantry Executive Chef Greg Ziegenfuss offers tips for creating party-perfect appetizers that will wow your guests and make ...  

Being a new mommy, I've learned just how precious time is, so this recipe goes in the top five of my favorite easiest appetizers to serve at any function. Spread the refried beans in the bottom of a 9-inch pie pan. Spread finely chopped chicken ...  

BAY CITY, MI — Last year, restaurants and pubs rolled out Apps & Ales, and though the name — a reference to appetizers and microbrews — had people scratching their heads, they headed to downtown Bay City to check it out. The second annual ...  

Not only is it one of the best asparagus recipes, it's also one of the best bacon appetizers—and I've tried a few. Making this dish is rather easy, and I'll bet that it becomes one of the top rated party appetizers around college graduation time ...  

This post brought to you by Chili’s Grill & Bar. All opinions are 100% mine. Summertime is near and it's time to breakout the summer dresses, wedges and go for a girls night out!  I've personally been excited to get out and about with some friends, because hey, when it's cold all you want to [...]  

The three consulted again this year and made some interesting tweaks. New to the lineup are a farmers market omelet (fresh veggies and goat cheese), applewood-smoked salmon (cooked in a smoker in back of the restaurant), frittata Bolognese ...  

Whether it's a quiet night with friends or a big crowd to watch the game, these hors d'oeuvres are perfect.  

Fado Irish Pub and Restaurant Denver is offering a new "Take it Off" half-priced happy hour menu of delicious appetizers, signature cocktails and European Draft Beers.Denver, Colo. (PRWEB) May 07, 2012 Fado Irish Pub and Restaurant Denver in LoDo offers one of the best happy hour specials in Denver with their “Take it off” half priced happy hour menu. The Denver bar’s happy hour features half ...  

Group dining fosters engaging conversations and ensures there are enough hands to stage a cutlery puppet show of King Lear. Voice a salad fork’s inner monologue with today’s Groupon to Pars Cove. Choose between the following options: For $49, you get a three-course dinner for two (up to a $114 value), which includes the following: One Pars sampler platter Choice of any two entrees Platter of house desserts for two Choice of one bottle of...  

Use this sauce when you make the Chinese chicken potsticker recipe. This chicken recipe combines the healthy protein of chicken with the fresh sweet potatoes, which you can find this time of year at Albertson's or at the Boise Farmer's Market. There are ...  

Mike Ward, who recently left his job as chef de cuisine at Lounge ON20, didn't stay unemployed for long. He just accepted a job at Feeding Crane Farms. It's a newly created position called culinary development manager, and given Ward's ...  

In a large shallow dish, spread rice; sprinkle with seasoned rice vinegar and sesame seeds. Using wooden spoon, toss gently to combine (do not stir or rice will clump). Keep rice covered with a damp cloth if not using immediately. Using wet fingers, place ...  

An improved indoor and outdoor dining space and menu additions are among the recent changes at Blue Water Seafood restaurant. The eatery, at 532 Kanuga Road in Hendersonville, is owned by Tracy and David Griffin.  

Stave off those hunger pains with simple cheese and crackers. Add a fun and tasty twist to that treat by topping it with your favorite fruits, such as strawberries, apples, raspberries and blueberries. No fancy cheeses in your fridge? No problem!  

THE orchestral overture has been a mainstay of Broadway musicals for decades, though in recent years some shows have dispensed with it. This season three Broadway productions — one of them a play — have added preshow components that have nothing to do ...  

Steve Fox and Martha Todd, owners of Towson's Bread and Circuses Bistro, know how to get things done — and that bodes well for their restaurant. Right now, the food at Bread and Circuses is on the safe side and the service needs fine-tuning ...  

In addition to the industry leading iPad Wine List, the new features add the ability to showcase cocktails, appetizers, beer, desserts, after dinner drinks and more. Havana Nights announced that they are using these new capabilities to highlight ...  

The Johnsonville Big Taste Grill gets around, having made appearances at the Super Bowl, the Daytona 500 ... c/o Cooking Contest, P.O. Box 306, Livingston, CA 95334. For still more info, Foster Farms has Facebook and Twitter accounts.  

Here's what could be a final toast to Rominger West, a winery on Second Street in Davis. Unless a buyer is found soon, this winery that showcases Yolo County grapes will close. appetizers logo  

Miami Beach Polo World Cup wraps up Sunday on the sands of South ... UM football agreed to a three-year series with FAU starting in 2013. I say we bring Howard Schnellenberger out of retirement for those three games and let him coach both ...  

On 4 South Main Street in Quakertown Pa, there is a restaurant that specializes in mouthwatering appetizers, entrees and desserts that delight patrons of all ages. When someone approaches McCoole's Red Lion Inn, the first thing they notice is the inviting ...  

You can read more about Edward in today's Bee. For the filming, Bruich showed off some spherification and sous vide techniques, along with creating a noodle-like dish out of lychee. Then, everyone sat down for dinner and talked more about the food.  

Additionally, Fado Irish Pub Denver offers $5.00 small plates during happy hour and $10.00 bottomless ... Fadó has been voted 'Best Of' by a number of local and national publications. Find Fado Irish Pub on Facebook and Twitter.  

When I first moved to Omaha years ago, Stokes Grill and Bar quickly made my list of restaurants I would visit over and over. Stokes has an award winning wine list, which is a big draw for the restaurant; however, the colorful and well-executed Fusion Wrap ...  

Bryan Stevenson, Executive Director of the Equal Justice Initiative, further set the mood with his inspiring story about the power of identity and how important it is if you can get people to imagine a future they would not otherwise be able to.  

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Great food now joins the happy hour fun as Bonefish Grill hosts the ultimate Happier Hours celebration, complete with free, shared appetizers and specially-priced $5 handcrafted cocktails. Guests can visit Facebook.com/BonefishGrill to "unlock" an ...  

If you’re looking for appetizers to go with a variety of wines, keep it simple. This party plan uses an assortment of frozen and ready-to-serve appetizers, plus some homemade tartlets with a rich mushroom filling. All are flavorful enough to ...  

Pretzel Crisps is calling for delicious appetizer recipes that compliment their prizes. Submit your best recipes into Pretzel Crisps' Appetizer Recipe Contest and you could win cash prizes. To enter, create an appetizer recipe that complements ...  

Pauly D's bodyguard Jerry really knows how to kill (or heighten, depending on how you look at it) a moment--dude nearly belly-flopped into Ryan's pool hookup during last week's "Pauly D Project" premiere. The act was forgivable, of course, because Ryan ...  

After a meal built on appetizers shared and perhaps fed to each other, for dessert consider chocolate-dipped strawberries. Or chocolate fondue. Assuming, that is, you make it to dessert. For more on Shari Darling, visit her website at www.sophisticatedwino.com.  

But now comes a more personal report, from former New York Times restaurant critic Frank Bruni, who revealed on his blog he has been diagnosed with gout. It's a kind of inflammation around joints -- most commonly the big toe, for some reason ...  

Victorians flock to Chili's for more than baby back ribs and barbecue sauce. The restaurant is home to the city's best appetizers, or that's what voters think. Chili's was named best appetizers for the second year in a row. Manager Bill ...  

The eatery, at 532 Kanuga Road in Hendersonville, is owned by Tracy and David Griffin. The couple also have an ... bacon and lettuce on a Kaiser roll with potato salad for $10. New domestic and imported offerings have been added to the wine ...  

He still has a lot to give. I recently read an article in which 80-year-old veteran newsman Bill Moyers said the late icon Walter Cronkite told him that if he had a do-over, he wwould have never retired. More and more older Americans are ...  

"Salted," by Mark Bitterman (not to be confused with Mark Bittman). While looking at Stella's website this morning, I was impressed to see they are baking bread in a wood-fired oven and selling the loaves retail. That alone may be worth a road trip.  

The remodeling started about 14 months ago. "I tried to maximize the basement space, and that sparked the idea of wine storage," Boucher said. "I wanted a creative way to utilize the space and give the wine community what it needs." Wine storage ...  

But I figure I'm not the only last-minute party-thrower in the city. So, with that in mind, I talked to a couple of the city's top caterers about their appetizer tips. What do they keep in their kitchen cupboards? What do they keep in their freezer?  

Immediately plunge in ice water to stop the cooking, for one minute ... Here it is: Grill or saute the salmon, skin on, until done to your liking. Remove the skin and break up into bite-sized pieces. Either use leftover asparagus or blanche ...  

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Magpie Café, which has quickly established itself as one of the city's consistently great dining experiences, will celebrate three years in business this weekend. Anyone familiar with the restaurant world knows that getting that far means ...  

Throwing a party? We've got plenty of cocktails, appetizers and finger foods to make your celebration a delicious one!  

Next time company drops in, whip up one of these simple hors d'oeuvres with ingredients you likely have on hand. They're quick, simple and delicious!  

Of late, the rage in appetizers is tapas or small plate presentations. The individual nature of these tasty bites makes them more novel than traditional appetizers. Over the past few months, I searched and searched for the perfect small plate ...  

Arlen Gargagliano says her mother used to always make roasted eggplant appetizers for a variety of occasions. This roasted-eggplant spread, which is reminiscent of her mother’s appetizers, is great on matzo crackers — or could be served on ...  

Last Triple A baseball season, the 700,000 hungry fans who flocked to Raley Field to watch the Sacramento River Cats were abuzz over a novelty item that wouldn't be out of place at the state fair.  

Either way, you’ll get a sense of Mario’s modern, sleek decor, from slate and wood floors to exposed white rafters and stylish oversized lamp shade-style lights over the dining room. The picture windows seamlessly tie in the two spaces.  

These delicious gluten-conscious light bites are ideal between meals or to satisfy pre-meal munchies.  

With WrestleMania 28 only a few days away, many of my friends here in Atlanta have been wondering if any local bars will be showing the "Showcase ... salads should be healthy since the majority of ingredients are fruits or vegetables.  

so I am going to a cocktail thing this weekend and I would like to bring something to nosh on that is vintage themed - the decades are from the 40's to the 60's my issues are that I would like it to be either vegetarian or ...  

From the sample studied, appetizers had an average of 813 calories. Chicken wings with dip were a big culprit, Wu said, adding: "I'm not ordering chicken wings anymore."  

Evan Elsberry, the chef and owner of Evan's Kitchen in East Sacramento, does a particularly good job with wine dinners.  

"I love how many beers are being highlighted this year," said Candace Bales, executive director of the Downtown Management Board.  

Just check the late-morning restaurant lines on a given Sacramento weekend, and you'll see that this is a brunch kind of town. Capitol Garage is at 1500 K St.  

Try these appetizers! They are from the book, "Babe - I Love Your Cooking"!Contributor: Teresa (Tracey) StanishaPublished: May 07, 2012  

The Johnsonville Big Taste Grill gets around, having made appearances at the Super Bowl, the Daytona 500, the Kentucky Derby, even the Pentagon.  

The Eatery, that cool and casual restaurant in West Sacramento, is at it again -- it already has an excellent burger, but it's going over the top with this new creation.  

Move over crackers, bread sticks and chips and make room for healthier spring appetizers.Contributor: Pam GaulinPublished: Apr 04, 2012  

Roasting eggplant and tomatoes until the skin is charred imparts an earthy flavor to these two quick and easy Laotian condiments.  

Sacramento is one "fresh" city. At least, those are the results from the Ziploc Fresh Eating Survey.