Recipe: Mango Prosciutto Rolls

I have served these appetizers to friends a few times before dinner, and I can tell you they were a hit. They pair especially well with a little chilled sparkling or white wine.  This is quite an easy recipe that requires no cooking.  It looks impressive and is pretty tasty as well. I am sure… Continue reading Recipe: Mango Prosciutto Rolls

Recipe: Multi-seed crackers with whipped ricotta and lemon curd

Sanne: I usually eat multi-seed crackers with cheese or with savory spreads, but the other day, I decided to stir it up a bit, literally speaking, and had the crackers with whipped ricotta and lemon curd. Tangy lemon curd, creamy ricotta and savory, crunchy multi-seed crackers, – this is a great snack for when you… Continue reading Recipe: Multi-seed crackers with whipped ricotta and lemon curd

Recipe: Rosemary Spiced Nuts

My friend Allison brought a spicy nut mix to our place the other day and I was addicted and completely obsessed with these nuts immediately, so I decided to try to recreate the mix. The savory, spiciness and the sweetness together are a perfect combination. This is also a great recipe to make around Halloween… Continue reading Recipe: Rosemary Spiced Nuts

Recipe: Spring Rolls with Caramelized Pork

The great thing about spring rolls is that they are delicious, easy to make, and you can fill them with whatever you like.  The following recipe is close to a classic Vietnamese spring roll, except I made them a little tastier by adding caramelized pork. If you are not a pork eater, you can substitute… Continue reading Recipe: Spring Rolls with Caramelized Pork

Recipe: Bacon-wrapped dates stuffed with feta cheese

Over the years I have tried many variations of bacon-wrapped dates, and they are usually delicious.  But once I tried the version created by my new friend Nate on a birthday celebration trip to upstate New York, I completely fell in love with this snack.  Nate’s secret was to stuff the dates with feta cheese.… Continue reading Recipe: Bacon-wrapped dates stuffed with feta cheese