Zeppole by Frank Fariello

Zeppole are so easy to make—after all, they are basically just fried pizza dough balls—it is almost embarrassing to post about it, but since it was one of my favorite snack foods that Angelina made, it deserves pride of place on this blog. And, in any event, who doesn't like fried dough?

Calamari, Scallops and Lemon Fritto Misto by Joyce Leung

This is a delicious, easy to prepare Italian antipasto. Make sure you serve it hot. Close your eyes and imagine you are in a small Italian restaurant near the beach in southern Italy. This is better than 98% of the calamari you'll ever order in a US restaurant - guaranteed. Yum!

Caprese Salad by Jennifer Bass

Grilled Stuffed Calamaretti-Involtini di Calamaretti con Mozzarela e Basilica by Patricia Turo

Calamaretti are so simple but whenever I make them for a grill party, they are the hit of the meal.

Insalata di riso (Summer Rice Salad) by Frank Fariello

Mid-August, when the temperatures climb to tropical heights, is a time when the enthusiasm of even the most avid cook can begin to wane. Italians often turn to easily prepared dishes that need minimal or no actually cooking. Salads are an obvious choice, and rice salads are a favorite. Not only are they delicious, but they are easy to…

Appetizers from Valencia -Cod dumplings by chefgonin

Valencia is a Mediterranean city in the cuisine culture is very important, do you know the Valencian recipes?, Discover them in http://valenciagastronomic.blogspot.com.es

Caprese by Pasquale Frola

This is a tipical appetizer from the island of Capri Italy very fresh and very testy and amazingly easy. In this preparation the basil leaves need to be left whole will be your guest or your self to break them in the plate so the aroma of the bail will be as fresh as it is!!

Antipasto Eggplant Stacks by Nina Timm

With a little prep work, you can have the different elements to this dish ready and prepare these delicious snacks in no time at all!

Easy Eggplant AntiPasto by Dennis Biancuzzo

Caesar Salad by CHEF ASHRAF ABD ALEEM ELKHARBOTLY

Caesar Salad

Antipasto Tenor by Maria Filice

Mixing up your favorite of your antipasto ingredients can produce a tenor of flavors! It held it's own at one of my dinner parties and it will have you singing for more! Adding a little of this and that makes it your signature! A few leftover tips: Toss over spaghetti and add a drizzle of olive oil. or.... Grill some chicken…

"Barbecue style" langoustines with cumin by Alida

Makes a great starter. A quick recipe and very tasty. Good if you want to impress your guests!

Peanut Butter and Celery Vol au Vents by Tania Mattiello

Tasty Peanut Butter and Celery Vol au Vents, Cream Cheese and Celery o au Vents. Quick and Easy to prepare!

compote of tomato by branna

a nice tomato sauce for your pasta or just as a dip with your appetizer. It can be used hot or cold. Delizioso enjoy your cooking Branna

Salted cheese with ruccola by nnonna2003