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…

Veggie Party Puff Pastries by Hungry Jenny

Chop everything up as small as you can! This makes about 15 bite-sized pastries.

Cranberry Pesto Pastry Swirls by Hungry Jenny

This recipe makes about 25 swirls

Hummus and Bruschetta Appetiser by judee

Quick, easy, and delicious and makes a great presentation.. A marriage of Middle Eastern and Italian all in one. Something different for your next party.Yum!

Caprese Salad by My Dorot

A classic favorite for all to eat!

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

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!

Fried Cheese by Jennifer Bass

Vegetables blanched corn cakes (Traitional rcipe fron valencia-Sain) by chefgonin

These corn cakes fill the can or want to, although traditionally here fill of vegetables (eggplant, peppers, onions etc). They are ideal to surprise your friends in a quick dinner, and if you tell them it's a Spanish recipe, even better. Try them, is…

Lobster Mac and Cheese by Claudia lamascolo

Chunks of lobster with pasta and cheese sauce ... so good!

Grilled Mini Caprese Pizzas by Robyn Medlin

Pizza is not just for ovens anymore. The grill is a great place to do pizza because you get nice grate marks on the dough that adds a nice touch as the grill actually cooks the pizza dough. These mini pizzas are easier to do because it is easier to flip multiple pizza dough disks than it is to do one gigantic piece of dough and…

Fried Meatballs (Albanian Name: Qofte te ferguara) by Erjona

1 lb ground meat 1 slice stale bread 1 small onion, finely-grated 2 tablespoons chopped Feta cheese 2 tablespoons bread crumbs 2 tablespoons oil or melted butter 1 tablespoon chopped parsley Salt Pepper Mint Oregano 1 cup flour 1 cup oil (olive oil recommended)

Lemon-Cranberry Biscotti by J. Gino Genovesi

The biscotti had its origin in Roman times They are a dry, crunchy cookie that contains no fat and quite nourishing. .A food with sustenance and carried by the Roman Legions into battle; perhaps this action help fuel the expansion of the Roman Empire since they were so light and easy to carry into battle. The biscotti became…

Spanish Sushi “Cantabria en tu boca” Nigiri by Aherrera

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Spanakopita Dip by Denise Sherin

So yummy! Great for parties and get togethers. Original recipe is posted here but I leave out the dill because I am not a big fan of dill. Serve with fresh pita bread, toasted pita chips or your favorite dippers breads, crackers or veggies.