Grilled Zucchini Wraps with Tomatoes and Goat Cheese

It takes a bit of time to oven roast the tomatoes but otherwise this recipe is really simple. Very good, beautiful presentation. Great holiday appetizer. Wouldn’t recommend this as a passed hors d’oeuvre, though, as it is a little hard Read More …

Fresh Caprese Vegetable Kabobs

This is a beautiful appetizer dish or side dish. It’s great for potlucks and it always gets lots of compliments. The key is to use the freshest of ingredients. I buy the fresh basil and tomatoes from my farmer’s market Read More …

Potato Pancakes or Blinis

These little pancakes/blinis are great topped with caviar…but in a pinch, smoked salmon is a great alternative. Feel free to use whatever topping you like. They can also be gluten-free, if you use the potato starch. Wonderful as an appetizer… Read More …

Goat Cheese Rolled in Dried Cranberries

Just in time for the holidays, this recipe is simple and easy! Only two ingredients and in five minutes, you have a gourmet and delicious appetizer. 1 (11 ounce) fresh goat cheese log 2 cups dried cranberries Remove fresh Goat Read More …

Roasted Fresh California Asparagus with Pecorino Romano Cheese

Low on labor and high on flavor, this simple but savory preparation works equally well as an appetizer or a side dish. When you serve California asparagus, your customers know you care about quality, which will translate into better profit Read More …

Roasted Fresh California Asparagus with Pecorino Romano Cheese

Low on labor and high on flavor, this simple but savory preparation works equally well as an appetizer or a side dish. When you serve California asparagus, your customers know you care about quality, which will translate into better profit Read More …

Chialingo’s Restaurant Fried Cheese with Epazote and Tomatillo Sauce (Queso Frito con Salsa de Epazote y Tomate Verde)

This recipe is a house specialty at Chialingo’s restaurant in Cholula. It makes a good appetizer for a Mexican dinner, or could be served with a salad as a light lunch or supper. Epazote goes particularly well with cheese dishes Read More …