Just like the halftime show and cheerleaders, wings are considered to be a great component on game day, but who says they can't be the main event? If you're willing to travel beyond the buffalo, the poultry possibilities are boundless, and prepping a wing buffet is easy to boot. Just fry up enough wing parts to feed your crowd, and toss them in a variety of make-ahead sauces to keep palates Read more

With game day season in full swing, there are a multitude of reasons why it's time to dig deep and find some killer appetizers to pull out of your pocket. But this year, for various reasons (among them, health, budget, and more sustainable eating), there are sure to be at least a few partygoers who are passing on the poultry, meat, and seafood this year. Thankfully, we've got an array of Read more

With the NFL play-offs already halfway over, it's time to start thinking ahead if you're planning a gathering for this year's Super Bowl. If you're not sure what dishes will get the crowd cheering, score big points on food by adding these little pieces of culinary excitement to your party lineup. We've got plenty of new twists on old favorites, from gyro jalapeño poppers to chorizo-and-cheese Read more

Sure, there are lots of cute Halloween candies and cupcakes you can make to impress your guests, but it's important to serve some savory offerings too. Check out these 10 recipes that are orange and black colored, so you can stay in line with your Halloween decor without making every food item pumpkin- or bat-shaped. Read more

Partying down on Halloween isn't just for the kiddos! Adults dig ghostly decorations, clever costumes, and spookily inspired munchies too. And the party doesn't need to be all about candy either! If you're hosting a Halloween gathering, here are some healthy and fun appetizers you can create that simply scream Halloween. Read more

While it's always nice to plan ahead, some nights just call for an impromptu get-together. Whether you have unexpected guests from out of town, or you simply want to enjoy a happy hour at home instead of a crowded bar, these dishes are sure to be your savior. Each has less than five steps and doesn't require a lot of laborious assembling. Instead of worrying about how you're going to throw this Read more

My favorite part of any wedding is the cocktail hour! It's after the ceremony, but before the dinner, so it's the first time that all the guests mingle. Plus, there are plenty of drinks and tons of delicious hors d'oeurves to nibble on. If you're planning your wedding and are looking for inspiration when it comes to the appetizer hour, I've got you covered! Here are 10 of our most elegant finger Read more

Today, Annie asked me for help. She's hosting a small party tomorrow night and wants to serve some nibbles. Since it will be after work, the amount of time she can devote to cooking is limited. Thus she needs some delicious, but easy appetizer recipes. I provided so many suggestions, I thought, why not share them? Here, you'll find my favorite shockingly easy hors d'oeuvre ideas. Read more

The Academy Awards are this Sunday, and I recommend you invite friends over to enjoy the show with you. Since the celebrities will be dining on an array of amazing eats at the Governors Ball (the official afterparty), serve a spread of delectable finger foods to nibble while you watch. I've browsed our recipes and come up with an awesome menu of elegant hors d'oeuvres that can be made mostly in Read more

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