Monthly Archives: December 2018

Lighten up!

This entry was posted in Cabbage Chicken Small bites Vinaigrette and tagged chicken salad party recipe snow peas szechuan on December 17, 2018 by Jonathan Bardzik

Rich holiday party food leaves your guests wanting something light and refreshing. This Asian chicken salad in phyllo cups will hit the spot.

Eat your veggies. 1

This entry was posted in Broccoli Carrots Cauliflower Cucumbers Green Beans Peppers Potatoes Sauces and tagged avocado crudités entertaining green goddess hors d'rouvres party veggie veggie platter on December 17, 2018 by Jonathan Bardzik

My three secrets for crudités include blanching the vegetables, choosing a color palette, and making a homemade dip.

Does plating matter? 2

This entry was posted in Chicken Sauces Small bites and tagged Honey party pineapple plating recipe skewer Sriracha on December 17, 2018 by Jonathan Bardzik

Does plating your food matter? It won’t change the flavor but it does tell the people eating how special they are. These sriracha honey glazed chicken and pineapple skewers are sure to wow.

The rule of halves. 1

This entry was posted in Beef Butter Eggs Mint Sauces Small bites and tagged appetizer beef berbere crostini homemade hors d'oeuvres mayonnaise party on December 17, 2018 by Jonathan Bardzik

I’m not much of a rule follower, but there are some basic rules that are helpful in planning a party. How many hors d’oeuvres per person: 3-4 for a 30-45 minute reception before dinner 5-7 for up to 2 hours if you’re guests are likely to go have dinner elsewhere […]