Easy Appetizer Ideas and Recipes for Parties & Holidays

14 Warm-Weather Party Appetizers

With beautiful weather comes happy gatherings with friends and family. And what better way to enjoy each other's company than around some delicious dishes?

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These no-fail holiday hors d'oeuvres will start your Christmas party on a memorable note.

11 Ways to Top Crostini, No Cooking Required

Crostini is the ultimate last-minute party food: You can top toasts with almost anything. Here are 11 new combinations to try, each using 3 or fewer ready-made items you can pick up at your local supermarket. Pick a few, add some wine and you're party-ready.

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Tuna Tartare Recipe

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The Fairmont San Francisco's Chef jW Foster shares an easy-to-make recipe for tuna tartare with a lemon vinaigrette and garnished with wonton crisps and parsley oil.

Oysters Rockefeller Recipe

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The Jekyll Island Club Hotel in Jekyll Island, Ga., shares its popular recipe for oysters Rockefeller. This tasty appetizer is easy to make and will win over all your seafood-loving guests.

Caprese Bites Recipe

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Round out an appetizer buffet with these no-cook caprese tomato bites. They're a simple, party-ready alternative to a caprese salad with the same delicious taste.

Braised Pork Belly on From-Scratch Biscuits Recipe

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Blackberry Farm in Walland, Tenn., shares a recipe for miniature braised pork belly sandwiches on fresh from-scratch buttermilk biscuits. These delectable finger foods are perfect as mouthwatering appetizers or a light main course option.

Braised Pork Belly on From-Scratch Biscuits Recipe

Creamy Lump Crab and Corn Dip

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This dip will leave you weak in the knees. The creamy mascarpone folded with large chunks of crabmeat and sweet corn is perfect when baked together until bubbly and hot. Served with toasted crostinis, this dip is perfect for any occasion.

Chicken Liver Pate Recipe

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The Fairmont San Francisco's Chef jW Foster shares his signature recipe for chicken liver paté with a sweet sherry, cinnamon and honey-flavored marinade.

Southern Pimento Cheese Recipe

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Blackberry Farm in Walland, Tenn., shares a Smoky Mountain-style recipe for pimento cheese fritters, ideal for serving at casual get-togethers or large dinner parties.