Appetizers and Side Dishes

Start a sophisticated soiree in the most sophisticated way with these glamorous deviled eggs topped with glittering black caviar. Luxurious but super simple!

Some call them dumplings, some call them momos, we just call them delicious! This classic dumpling is filled with flavorful chicken and served with a delicious lemon sauce, and are perfect to try your hand at homemade dim sum.

A classic but beloved recipe, lox and bagels are an American favorite. We pile premium Scottish or Norwegian smoked salmon on ours, with a good amount of cream cheese and a sprinkle of juicy capers.

A super easy appetizer that amps up the wow factor! Pears baked in honey and fine Italian balsamic, plus sweet burrata cheese, are rolled up in flavorful prosciutto di parma. Depending on the season, substitute with peaches or figs.

This stone crab claw mustard sauce recipe makes the perfect dipping sauce for your fresh stone crab claws. This recipe also works great with crab cakes and white fish, and we even use it at times on grilled chicken.

Discover a new and wonderful ingredient to grill with: quail! These tiny, delicate birds are actually great for grilling, as they cook in no time at all and really go well with any sort of rub or marinade. If using bone-in quail - which is a bit more flavorful thanks to that bone, allow 1-2 minutes extra grilling.

An easy way to incorporate that wonderful truffle flavor to an otherwise bland dish, our recipe for truffle polenta is quick, and simple yet super delicious. We use Tealdi's instant Polenta with truffles and make it extra flavorful and creamy by adding truffle butter and a cream cheese.

Bite into these buttery tarts filled to the brim with zesty dill and pepper gravlax salmon! The unique spicy flavor of the salmon is pared down with creamy creme fraiche. A bit of dill and some meaty avocado, and this appetizer recipe is done in a pinch.

We put a lovely twist on a baked Camembert recipe! Soft and delicious Camembert pieces are placed in an appetizer-sized tart shell, baked with sweet raspberry jam and topped with a meaty walnut. A quick and easy appetizer recipe, perfect to make for cocktail parties. Easily substitute the Camembert for Brie cheese, and the raspberry jam for any of your favorite sweet preserves.

A new take on the classic smoked salmon and creme fraiche appetizers, our crust-less Smoked Salmon Mini Quiches are super easy to make, and stunning to serve. A flavorful appetizer for a fresh spring lunch. Note: you can make these ahead and store in the freezer.

Try this easy and mouthwatering smoked salmon appetizer recipe of buttery smoked salmon pouches filled with cream cheese and succulent king crab meat.

Try our luxurious and delicious recipe for gourmet truffle deviled eggs, made with luxurious truffle oil and mixed in with pieces of tasty bacon. Serve with your best wines or champagne!

Delicate and milder than smoked salmon, smoked trout makes a light and refreshing crowd-pleasing start to a meal. Our smoked trout cups are filled with buttery smoked trout, fresh herbs, smooth creme fraiche and the lightest touch of Dijon mustard.

A superbly flavorful reduction of earthy wild mushrooms paired with aged balsamic and creamy truffle butter, this is absolutely fantastic paired with polenta, mashed potatoes, or risotto, or served on top of a juicy piece of Wagyu beef tenderloin or roasted chicken.

One of our favorite appetizer recipes, warm and gooey Camembert is baked into buttery tart shells with sweet brown sugar and a pinch of cinnamon. The brown sugar caramelizes and pairs wonderfully with the creamy Camembert cheese, plus it bakes in just minutes! Substitute for Brie if you'd like.

Impress your guest with your sushi-making skills with our incredible smoked salmon sushi roll. Made with slices of buttery smoked salmon, rolled up with sweet mango, avocado and topped with black caviar, this smoked salmon appetizer is simple to make, delicious and looks beautiful when served.

A classic country recipe, our rabbit stew recipe is flavorful and hearty. With only a few simple ingredients and seasonings, you have a delicious meal that you can serve for your family or guests.

This simple yet delicious poppyseed cracker recipe leaves packaged crackers in the dust! Flaky and buttery, with just the perfect amount of crunch, they're the perfect partner for slices of pillow-y brie and silken smoked salmon.

Colorful and flavorful, deviled eggs are the perfect portable appetizers for spring picnics and outdoor events. We made three deliciously different fillings to change things up a bit - smooth and buttery avocado, hearty and smoky bacon and cheddar, and a classic paprika deviled egg topped with classic black caviar.

An appetizer that will win the night! Sweet dry dates stuffed with tangy chevre goat cheese cheese and wrapped in flavorful Spanish serrano ham, grilled to perfection.

An easy way to make a luxurious appetizer - toast some crusty French bread, slice and top with an aromatic mix of garlic, truffle oil and shaved fresh black truffles.

These elegant bite-sized foie gras tarts are simple yet luxurious, not to mention small enough that you won’t feel guilty eating them! Whipped foie gras and mascarpone cheese merge into an irresistibly creamy and decadent mix, encased in sweet mini tart shells and topped with balsamic-and-port-wine fig spread…definitely something to make your guests happy!

A fresh appetizer recipe that will cool you right down! Crunchy little cucumber slices act as vessels for the smoked salmon and Boursin cheese dip, and are a one-bite-wonder. Perfect to serve as an elegant hors d'oeuvre for a summer party, or perfectly dainty bridal shower starter.

Romesco sauce goes well with almost any food. The perfect pairing for meats, grilled vegetables, or fish, its smoky-sweet flavor is the ideal companion for our Iberico Pork chops. Quick to cook, this recipe is fancy enough for company and easy enough to enjoy every day.

You could pair your burger with regular fries...or you could take it to the next level with our black truffle fries recipe! Crispy golden fries tossed with black truffle oil and truffle salt are completely irresistible. Make sure you make plenty for everyone,as these addictive truffle oil fries will disappear before your eyes!

A zesty seafood recipe that's filled with south-of-the-border flavor! We marinated the shrimp in a spicy chili mix, then layered in a margarita glass with a smooth avocado cream, and a classic salsa. It's the perfect recipe to serve for a summer shindig, or a Cinco de Mayo celebration!

Caviar and smoked salmon find the perfect vehicle (pun intended!) in English cucumbers, for perfect bite-sized hors d'oeuvres that keep things simple yet sophisticated.

Savory, rich, and creamy, this whipped lardo is like butter but better! A favorite of the great Dario Cecchini, whipped lardo has all the delightful qualities of Iberico Pork whipped into a luxurious creamy spread. Simple yet complex, each bite offers another revelation of flavor. Quick and easy to make, serve it slathered on everything from baguettes to cornbread!