Category Archives: Appetizers

Panko Fried Read Island Oysters, with a Squeeze of Lemon. Day 6 of the 12 Days of Canapés – 2013

Well… Here we are at day six! Half way through! A good time to reflect on this year’s canapé choices. Funny thing, this year, I have noticed that I have chosen more rustic recipes. There are no recipes that feature … Continue reading

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Bite-Size Spanish Omelet with Peas, Prosciutto and Saffron – Day 5 of the 12 Days of Canapés – 2013

Who says canapés need to be served in the evening? On Friday morning I was invited to stop by my sweet friend Cathy’s house for a “let’s celebrate the last day of school” Irish coffee and some breakfast. After getting … Continue reading

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Kale and White Bean Crostini with Lemon and Rosemary – Day 4 of the 12 Days of Canapés – 2013

Here is a recipe that we made a lot over the past year. We made these white bean and kale crostinis for almost every cooking class/dinner party/cocktail party/fundraiser that we hosted. On every single occasion they were one of the … Continue reading

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Herb and Mozzarella Mushrooms with Garlic Toasts – Day 3 of the 12 Days of Canapés – 2013

Here we are at Day 3. This year my plan was to have all of the recipes photographed in November and then just write the posts at my leisure but certainly have all of them finished in the first two … Continue reading

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Classic French Gougères – Day 2 of the 12 Days of Canapés – 2013

The gougère is the French canapé equivalent of the little black dress. Classic and essential to every cook’s repertoire. A hit at any holiday party and perfect served warm from the oven alongside a very cold glass of your favourite … Continue reading

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Glazed Beet and Burrata Toasts – Day 1 of the 12 Days of Canapés – 2013

Wow. We are already on December 6th. I am officially a bit late to the party this year! I was hoping to start in on the fourth annual “12 Days of Canapés” a bit earlier (like on the first of … Continue reading

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Braised Baby Artichokes with Garlic, Lemon, Mint and Parsley

I can’t believe I arrived home from my trip over a week ago, it already seems like a distant dream… Thankfully I am finally over the dreaded jet lag and am feeling very much my old self again. It is … Continue reading

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Wild Mushrooms on Brioche Crostini – Day 12 of the 12 Days of Canapés – 2012

Happy New Year’s Eve! A huge, heartfelt thank you to everyone who stopped by here over the last year! Thank you for your comments and good wishes, thanks to those who booked a class with us, or signed up for … Continue reading

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