Appetizers and Side Dishes

Empanadas are the perfect snack appetizer, and these empanadas really hit it out of the park. The shrimp filling is inspired on the classic Brazilian "pastel", served by friendly vendors on the beaches of Brazil. Serve with a wedge of lime for an amazing starter.

This recipe for a sophisticated appetizer or canape couldn't be easier or more delicious! Perfect for special occasions.

Learn how to cure your own salmon with this spectacular recipe for honey cured salmon served with potato rosti, for a fabulous lunch or brunch.

This sophisticated appetizer looks so elegant and is so delicious, nobody will believe it takes 30 minutes to make! We took polenta from an uninspired main to an elegant start, coating it in in panko and baking until crunchy and paired with a creamy and intense blue cheese dip.

Perfect deviled eggs are filled with a mix of smoky salmon with a lime-mayo twist, then crowned with colorful and fresh salmon caviar beads for an elegant and bright appetizer.

Serve these melt-in-your-mouth cheddar biscuits right out of the oven! Perfect to pair with main dishes or to start you dinner, these are the perfect biscuits for when zucchini abounds at the farmer's market.

What happens when you mix together two of Spain's greatest culinary treasures? Why, something delicious of course! Our "croquetas" (a mix between dumplings and meatballs) are filled with mouthwatering Serrano ham and buttery Manchego sheep's milk cheese. Serve over rice or pasta.

Our rustic country pate with black pepper finds the perfect match in a sweet apple chutney, for a canape recipe that's sophisticated and delicious.

Flaky little phyllo pastry rolls are the perfect accompaniment for cheese plates and dips, and even to serve with main dishes. Use ready-made pastry so you don't have to labor in the kitchen, and just roll into poppy seeds for flavor and crunch.

A shaving of fresh truffle crowns these delicious deviled eggs infused with creamy truffles stracciatella cheese from Italy in this incredible deviled eggs recipe.

A sumptuous appetizer that couldn't be easier to make! Sweet crab meat is blended with mayo and seasoned to perfection, placed on freshly toasted brioche bread, then topped with gruyere and melted to au gratin goodness.

Note: Cook time includes time for marinade. A fresh and zesty appetizer of plump shrimp marinated in lime and lemon juice, a bit of hot sauce and a special mix of spicy mustard seeds. Perfect for hot summer days, this is the perfect app for a pool party or backyard bash.

Our rustic country pate with black pepper finds the perfect match in a sweet apple chutney, for a canape recipe that's sophisticated and delicious.

Simple but simply delicious! Rustically cut into wedges, seasoned with smooth olive oil and a generous helping of crunchy sea salt, and roasted to crispy perfection. Serve them alongside meats, chicken, or fish, or make a flavorful cheese dip and serve as

Perfect to pair with our Shoestring Truffle Fries , or with a juicy burger, our garlic Truffle Aioli is creamy and delicious, and incredibly easy to make. Use it immediately or keep it in the fridge for about 4 days in a covered container.

Fresh mozzarella is elevated to fabulous levels with a quick marinade in walnut oil and zesty Piment D' Espellete. Matched with sweet strawberries and juicy cherry tomatoes to balance out that heat, it's a match made in summer-produce heaven.

We love how portobellos are the perfect size and shape to be vessels for almost any stuffing. In this case, we mixed up a delicious tapenade-style mix of olives, anchovies and herbs, and blended it with creamy cream cheese. A sprinkle of parmigiano and a quick turn on the grill and we have incredible appetizers or an amazing side dish.

A hearty comfort side dish, scalloped potatoes get an extra dose of luxury with the addition of fresh black truffles! Perfect for special occasions where a mix of flavor and decadence is in order. Serve this dish for Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's, or just when the mood for hearty glamour comes over.

This tasty Iberico pork roast is sourced from the Mogote, more commonly referred to as the neck or pork collar. This relatively small roast packs a big flavor thanks to its tender texture and beautifully even marbling. A simple slow roast brings all the delicious characteristics of this cut to the forefront and promises a beautiful centerpiece for your next dinner party or holiday celebration.

Is there something more mouthwatering than a gorgeous pot of filled with steaming soup and bubbling melted cheese? We think not! This French onion soup recipe is simple and straightforward, bringing out the flavor of perfectly caramelized onions and the savoriness of Gruyere.

What would Thanksgiving be without a killer stuffing recipe? We like ours with flavorful sausage (see our how to cook sausage guide!)and smoky pancetta, to really bring the flavor to the turkey. Also great as a side dish for chicken or serve with a simple wild rice.

A country classic, gone sophisticated! You'll love these little cornbread bites topped with fresh truffled stracciatella cheese, and a shaving of fresh truffle. The stretchy, creamy straciatella is the perfect topping for these sweet mini appetizers.

Looking for the best Eggs Benedict Recipe? You've found it! We show you how to make easy eggs Benedict, and pair them with yummy smoked salmon and avocado for a delicious and healthy breakfast or brunch recipe. Perfect for Mother's Day breakfast in bed!

Tender, lean ground venison meatballs are a perfection addition to a bowl of rice or a simple pasta. The hearty flavor of venison shines in this recipe, with some meaty mushrooms to match and a dash of seasonings like paprika and mustard for extra taste. A bit of cream for ultra lusciousness, and you've got something new and delicious to bring to the table.

Beat the summer heat with a classic hot-weather recipe: gazpacho soup. Refreshing cucumber and tomatoes, blended until smooth and served chilled. Bonus: It's super healthy! Add some jalapeño if you're into adding some heat to your summer.

These flavorful marinated chicken kebabs can be just as easily cooked on the grill or in the oven, so weather is no excuse! They cook in ten minutes and are the perfect healthy chicken recipe for the summer!

For the lover of seafood, it doesn't get any better than a traditional risotto di mare - seafood risotto. We designed this as an appetizer, to be served on small bowls at parties where you don't want to fill up with just one thing. However, you can serve these in regular plates and bigger portions (the servings will change from 6 to 2).

A colorful and flavorful homemade blini tower filled with chevre cheese. Get those peas out of the freezer and make something delicious and sophisticated! The blinis - Russian-style mini pancakes - can be used to serve almost any cheese. Make mini versions for caviar too!