Category: Appetizers
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Whipped Goat Cheese & Fig Spread
Perfect in every way; it’s a little sweet, a little tangy and most importantly these days, quick to whip together. This combination served with crackers has been a go-to for our family for years and after initially buying it prepackaged, in an attempt to explore a little more depth in flavor and texture, I’ve discovered…
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Fall Focaccia
It doesn’t get much better than the aroma of freshly baked bread coasting through the house. While it’s generally sourdough that lures my family in, the rich scent of savory olive oil and rosemary prompt the question of how soon they can dive in. The subtly crisp outside and fluffy middle, always keeps them coming…
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Summer Tomato Tart
Over the years I’ve come to realize summer is truly my favorite season in which to cook and bake. The abundance of fresh fruits and vegetables provides so much inspiration, there’s never a moment for the palate to get bored. While I’m someone who is drawn to savory over sweet, the ultimate is when they…
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An Elevated Cheeseboard
While admittedly my family would be perfectly content opening a bag of chips or a ready-made dip with crackers, the most important element of our happy hours are the conversations and connections that take place around the kitchen island or outdoor patio. However, there’s something to be said for elevating those appetizers to encourage a…
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Provence Tapenade
The perfect appetizer is when the beauty of food shines from its seasonality, flavors, people with whom you share it, but especially if it’s been inspired from travels and can transport you back. From swimming in the Mediterranean’s vibrant blue waters, absorbing the calming rows of lavender fields, savoring fresh and vibrant Provençal dishes and…
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Pissaladière – a Provençal Pizza
In every boulangerie in the South of France, pissaladières peek through the display case begging to be devoured with their decadent pile of caramelized onions and black olives on top of a golden-brown crust. This savory tart is a quintessential treat from both Provence and the French Riviera, making it a popular option for locals.…
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Strawberry Gazpacho
The benefits of travel are infinite, but one that would make the top of my list is immersing oneself in each country’s cuisine. Its food invites travelers to appreciate the intricacies of another culture, so it goes without saying I came home from our trip to France filled with inspiration from the South and driven…
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Mediterranean Board
I love how one ingredient can be the inspiration behind an appetizer, dessert or even a whole meal. In today’s traditional Friday afternoon happy hour, my muse was halloumi and given it’s a cheese that is beautiful when grilled, summer felt like the perfect occasion to put some on the BBQ. My family first tried…
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Cherry and Burrata on Sourdough
Summers call for a slower pace, evening walks, BBQs, and leisurely dinners on the patio. While there is something to love in each season, summer’s ability to embrace each moment with intention and appreciation is nothing less than beautiful. Contrarily for my kitchen, it’s when it’s at its busiest, but it’s a good kind of…
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Stuffed Baby Bell Peppers
Light, bright and refreshing are some of the essentials I crave when enjoying a summer appetizer and these cute baby bell peppers are exactly that. Filled with delicate flavors of goat cheese, fresh herbs and savory pancetta, they’re a feast for the palate with their creamy and crunchy texture. Beautifully displayed on a white dish…
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