Tag: appetizer

Fried Zucchini Is the Ultimate Summer Appetizer

As the days get longer and the weather warms up, my excitement for zucchini season grows. I love zucchini in any and all forms; whether that’s grilled, added to soups and stews, shredded, or even served raw. But my absolute favorite way to enjoy zucchini is when it’s breaded and fried into crisp, golden-brown batons….


Snacking Like the French: How to Make Classic Black Olive Tapenade

There are few better ways to spark conversation before a meal than with a French apéro. L’apéro, short for “l’apéritif,” is a popular pre-dinner ritual in France that gathers friends and family around drinks and finger foods—think happy hour, but more food-focused. And of all the small bites the French like to enjoy, one wins…


A Twist on Pan con Tomate

As the heat continues to be oppressive, I look for dishes that are easy to prepare. Where I live, tomatoes seem to reach their peak in mid-September, which is why I like to make this jam now, so I have it as an autumnal condiment in my fridge. Similar to the classic Spanish pan con…


Berenjenas Fritas con Miel (Fried Eggplant With Orange Blossom Honey)

You won’t be able to stop eating these deep-fried eggplant strips. The combination of crisp outsides and tender, creamy insides makes this classic Spanish tapa totally irresistible. I like cutting the eggplant, skin and all, into 4-inch sticks, but it’s just as delicious if you slice it into rounds. It just depends on how and…