A staple of Hanukkah parties, latkes are at home anywhere and anytime
Tag: Holiday party
Pear Bellini
There’s something magical about bubbles – they always bring a smile to your face and lift your spirit. They’re enchanting even when mixed in cocktails.
Maple-glazed pan-roasted Brussels sprouts with chestnuts
These perfectly shaped petit cabbages are irresistible when pan-roasted. Sweet, nutty and slightly crunchy, they’re intensely flavorful tiny packages. But when you add a drop of maple syrup to the pan, their sweetness gets intensified, making them even more delectable. Roasted with whole chestnuts, the Brussels sprouts acquire an earthy […]
Endive boats with fresh ricotta and baked beets
Serving light hors d’oeuvres that won’t spoil your guests’ appetite before they sit down for dinner should always be a priority. These endive boats fit the bill. They’re as colorful as they’re delicious – not to mention, festive and light as a cloud! No wonder these cheerful boats have become […]
Parmesan-fennel twists
I came up with this recipe after searching high and low in several gourmet markets and finding nothing that fit the image I had in my mind’s palate for these deliciously cheesy and light little twists.
Parmesan-crusted fennel fritters with Meyer lemon dip
These Parmesan-crusted fennel fritters are tender on the inside and crunchy on the outside! Served with a Meyer lemon dip, they are irresistible… Viviane Bauquet Farre guides you through each step of the recipe with pictures and detailed instructions.
Scotch-Champagne fizz
When she’s not creating recipes, Viviane loves to invent cocktails. Here she demos how to make a cocktail with a single malt Scotch and champagne: her take on the classic French 75… and a little history lesson thrown in!
Cheese fondue with chipotle & tequila
A super delicious cheese fondue recipe with Tequila and chipotle. It’s easy to make and a great party food! Serve it with bread cubes or with chunks of grilled meats, blanched but-still-a-bit-crunchy broccoli or cauliflower florets, cherry tomatoes, fingerling potatoes boiled until just tender… or whatever you love with cheese!
Spicy beet-green crostini
Beet tops are high on my list of favorite leafy greens, and a quick way to prepare them is to sauté them with garlic and chili pepper flakes. (Leafy greens taste so much more flavorful with a bit of spice!) Served on top of toasted baguette slices, the tender, warm […]