Tiny Bites

Crab cakes are one of my favorite things to eat and these crab cakes are hands down the best I’ve ever eaten. Too often crab cakes have too much bread…

English tea sandwiches or finger sandwiches are the quintessential food offering at tea time, in addition to a scone with clotted cream and jam, of course. These little sandwiches are…

This salsa is so, so good and healthy! I love the combination of flavors and textures against the citrusy tang from the lime juice, not to mention all the vibrant…

Inspired by the Smoked Brisket Nachos from El Camino Mezcal & Tequila Bar in Fort Lauderdale, I set out to make a batch of my own. The nachos at El…

Oh ceviche!! The ancient art of cooking food in citric acid shows us that some methods are best left alone. Ceviche is one of those foods that has gained global…

Delightful little bundles of golden deliciousness that’s the perfect appetizer at any party – especially Easter, Mother’s Day, showers and brunch! They are elegant, classic, timeless and so easy to…

Mezze, meze or mazza platters are popular finger foods grazing boards throughout Mediterranean, Middle Eastern and North African countries. Mezze platters can include hot or cold, spicy or savory dishes.…

Baba ghanoush or baba ganoush is a Lebanese dip that is similar to hummus and absolutely delicious. Hummus is made with chickpeas and Baba Ghanoush is made with eggplant. Both…

Tzatziki sauce is this cool, creamy and refreshing dip that is served at every meal in Greece. The origins of Tzatziki date back to the Ottoman Empire and each country…

Hummus is Arabic for chickpeas that have been cooked, mashed and combined with tahini, garlic and lemon juice. It’s normally garnished with olive oil, paprika, parsley or a few whole,…

We all have those nights when dinner needs to be fast, delicious and something everyone loves. Enter beef sliders. These little sliders make the best any time snack or quick…

Rarely have I hosted a party when King’s Hawaiian rolls didn’t make an appearance as a slider in one form or another. Sliders are perfect for any party or gathering.…

These egg rolls are better than the ones at Chili’s! Don’t take my word for it, take my family’s praise. Chili’s blends diced chicken, black beans, sweet corn, jalapeño jack…

I can’t tell you how many times I’ve been to Timpano’s Italian Chophouse Restaurant on Las Olas Boulevard in Fort Lauderdale and I’ve never been disappointed. Timpano’s is a true…

Chicken tenderloin is such a versatile and tender cut of chicken. They are perfect as appetizers, any time snacks, sandwiches and served as part of lunch or dinner! I love…

These are just plain cute, easy to make and a crowd favorite. I mean, who doesn’t love hot dogs wrapped in crescent rolls? These have a light egg wash and…

This is the most macabre Halloween food item I’ve ever made. These intestines look so real it’s hard to cut sections off and dip in marinara sauce! I modeled them…

Fresh rosemary and lemon zest make boring ground chicken into a tasty and delicious chicken patties. Perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner. These patties freeze well for a…

This is my copycat recipe of an amazing Sweet Corn Tamale Cake from Tijuana Taxi Cab Company, a local Tex-Mex restaurant here in south Florida. These cakes are perfectly balanced…

Delicious, juicy and flavorful Asian Pork Meatballs are just perfect! These are so light and tender. I love the combination of flavors and the meatballs and sauce go so well…

The art of barbecuing is a serious subject. Obtaining the perfect flavor profile with the right amount of bark and fall off the bone tenderness is the life’s work of…

Want an alternative to hummus or another dip at your table? Look no further than your pantry! Yes, your pantry. This white bean dip is easy to whip up in…

Chicken wings are one of my favorite foods to eat at home where I can get as messy as I want and use a dish towel or baby wipes instead…

Peaches are in season! When I made my way to the produce department I could smell the peaches. I couldn’t help myself, I knew I had to buy some. As…

Although I love to bake and cook from scratch, there’s nothing wrong with taking shortcuts when you can – especially when pressed for time. These little mini-hand pies can be…

As I was planning my Cinco de Mayo menu, I knew I wanted a seafood option. I thought of fried fish strips, but I needed something simple, something I could…

Lately I’ve been on a maple and brown sugar craze. Sweet on the lips and not on the hips. But, oh how sweet it is! So when I started cooking…

I just love these sandwiches.  It’s an easy and crowd pleasing versatile recipe.   You can easily adapted it to any flavor combination or party theme!  Ham and cheese is the…