Appetizers

Creole Remoulade Sauce

My family has passed down this recipe for spicy New Orleans style Creole remoulade sauce for generations. I serve it...

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Patatas Bravas

Patatas bravas are a classic Spanish tapas dish. Some form of these crispy, spicy, and garlicky potatoes are served in...

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Warm Mediterranean Marinated Olives

Warm Mediterranean marinated olives are the ultimate appetizer or mezze. Thyme, oregano, fennel and citrus zest are warmed with the...

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Spring Rolls with Crunchy Vegetables and Shrimp

Happy Chinese New Year! It is the year of the tiger. Spring rolls and egg rolls are a traditional food...

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Chinese New Year Dumplings

Chinese New Year is Tuesday, February 1, 2022. We will be celebrating the Lunar New Year by making pork and...

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Zucchini Cake with Parmesan

This traditional French savory zucchini, herb, and parmesan cake can be served with aperitifs or as a light lunch with...

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Zucchini Fritters

Still wondering what to do with all of that end of the summer zucchini? These simple and tasty zucchini fritters...

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Spanish Tortilla

Tapas are usually served as appetizers in bars and cafes across Spain. Spanish tortilla, a popular tapa made with eggs,...

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Grilled Octopus

My first introduction to octopus, octopus that was full flavored, not too chewy, and actually appealed to me, was in...

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Gazpacho

Gazpacho is a cold Spanish soup made of raw finely chopped vegetables. This cool and refreshing soup can be served...

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Whipped Ricotta with Honey

If you are looking for another quick and easy recipe to add to your summer appetizer repertoire, you are in...

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Ceviche with pink grapefruit from Hartwood

This is my rendition of ceviche I had when I visited Hartwood Restaurant in Tulum in the magical Yucatan Peninsula....

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