Appetizer Recipes for Dinner Parties

Andrea Correale and her Elegant Affairs catering team share their favorite party apps. Some are traditionals that pop up no matter what kind of party it is, others are a bit more fancy, but all are delicious! Read More

Arancini, or Sicilian Rice Balls, make an excellent antipasti at parties. Make them in small batches with different fillings. I like Peas and Prosciutto, Truffle and Marscapone, and Chianti and Smoked Mozzarella. Read More

Here's a sophisticated spin on classic grilled cheese - a sure crowd pleaser for guests of all ages. Read More

Here is a healthy and flavorful recipe from expert Andrea Correale that combines nutritious quinoa with earthy shiitake mushrooms for a dish that perfect for the health conscious foodies out there. Read More

Kielbasa is an inexpensive and easy way to at a boost of flavor to a dish while still maintaining a healthy diet. Check out this delicious recipe keilbasa and potatoes for a mouthwatering meal that cuts calories. Read More

My fellow Italian-Americans are sure to remember this nostalgic dish. My Grandmother served it up on crusty Italian bread for breakfast and sometimes dinner...ah the good ol days! I've taken that tasty treat and transformed it into a bit size hors d'oeuvre. Read More

People just don't eat a lot of dessert anymore. We see it all the time at our parties. This past year we started serving mini parfaits in shot glasses with demitasse spoons.Everyone loved them. They were small enough so one could avoid feeling sinful, yet delicious enough to satisfy the sweet tooth.... Read More

Remember Ice Box Cake' Cherry is may favorite because my mom use to make it all the time. We offer an ice box Viennese with 8 choices at our parties, and people love it. But you can easily make it at home. It takes 10 minutes to whip up! Read More