Whether dining out, it's common to start with smaller portions of food before getting to the entrees. In fact, some of these more diminutive dishes, like mozzarella sticks, have been around since ...

five small plate dishes served on a circular table - Alexander Spatari/Getty Images Tiny plates can cause big confusion, so we'll get right to the point -- tapas are not the same thing as appetizers.

Small plates are a chic - and practical - way to serve appetizers. They're easy for guests to carry and hold just the right amount. Plan on a mix of hearty and light appetizers. These recipes take ...

When I first began entertaining, I served heavy hors d’oeuvres, such as mini corn dogs or small lamb kebabs. It was no surprise that no one was hungry for dinner. Now, I like to serve mainly vegetable ...

(Mass Appeal) – Charcuterie plates and grazing tables are trendy right now, and there’s a good reason! They look impressive but they’re an easy way to entertain a crowd. Jessie-Sierra Ross from ...

Columbia’s Aida Bistro & Wine Bar has been a Howard County favorite since it opened in 2002. Loyal customers have followed the restaurant through several changes, including relocation and the ...

Take a look at any modern restaurant menu and it’s clear: this isn’t your grandmother’s dining experience anymore. Especially in the dining mecca that is New Jersey, gone are the days when just soup, ...

As Gretchen Kurtz notes in her review of The Kitchen Denver, much of the menu is devoted to starters and small plates. Why? To find out, she went straight to the source, Hugo Matheson, chef/co-founder ...

If you need quick Christmas appetizers that look festive and feel special, this list is packed with creative ideas that ...