Starters

A good artichoke dip is always a party pleaser! This tasty dip includes sliced olives and Parmesan cheese for a new take on an old classic.

Yield: Serves 8.

Tags: Vegetarian, Quick

Roasted garlic and sage lend a boost of flavour to this white kidney bean hummus. Serve it with pita wedges or raw vegetables.

Yield: Makes 2 cups.

Tags: Vegetarian

Enjoy this festive bruschetta, made with tart cranberries, honey and parsley. Serve with a toasted baguette or crackers.

Yield: Makes 32 crostini.

Tags: Charcuterie, Make Ahead, Snack

Keftede are Greek-style meatballs made with beef, lamb, mint and onions. Serve them with our dilly lemon sauce as an appetizer or over rice as an entrée.

Yield: Makes 4 dozen.

Tags: Nut-Free, Dairy-Free, Freezer Friendly

The name of these hot chicken wings comes from the city of Buffalo, New York, not the animal otherwise known as a bison. These wings are baked rather than fried, but taste just as good as the ones you’ll find in a pub.

Yield: Makes 2 lbs.

Tags: Freezer Friendly, Make Ahead, Few Ingredients

This combination of green olives, anchovies, capers and eggs makes for a boldly flavoured spread. Serve it with crackers or baguette slices as an appetizer.

Yield: Makes 2 cups.

Tags: Quick, Make Ahead, No Bake

This version of baked brie is topped with a savoury layer of dried tomatoes, basil and pine nuts, then wrapped in a layer of phyllo pastry. Break into the phyllo package once it’s crisp and golden and spread the melted cheese on baguette slices.

Yield: Serves 8.

Tags: Vegetarian, Make Ahead, Cooking for a Crowd

This unique baguette topper is made of red grapes, basil and tangy gorgonzola cheese.

Yield: Makes 32.

Tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free

Portobello mushrooms form the basis of this rich bruschetta. Serve it with baguette slices or crackers as a pre-dinner hors d’oeuvre.

Yield: Makes 2 1/2 cups.

Tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free

These easy cheese quesadillas are a snap to make. Simply sprinkle tortillas with cheese and green onions, fold them over, and bake until they’re nice and gooey.

Yield: Makes 16 wedges.

Tags: Quick, Kid-Friendly