Summer dinner party appetizers

The perfect summer melon salad for any barbecue, summer potluck, or pool party. Pair this melon prosciutto salad with grilled fish or chicken on the side, or enjoy it as a main dish.

You can make classic tomato-basil bruschetta at home with simple, fresh ingredients. It's easy! Start by dicing your tomatoes (see step 2) to give them time to drain while you work on the remaining ingredients. Recipe yields 20 to 24 small toasts.

Dig into bite-sized goodness.

Recipe and photos By Cody Owens I’m a big fan of foods that seem fancy but in reality are pretty simple. A well-executed French omelet, crab legs, tartines, a cheese board, mussels in white wine sauce . . . you get the idea. At least for me, eating these kinds of foods brings with it a certain level of, “Wow! Look at me! I’m so fancy!” but also the realization that just about anyone can make them with a little practice. This Tomato Confit and Whipped Feta recipe definitely checks all those…

This simple, delicious Whipped Feta with Roasted Tomatoes makes a fantastic appetizer…A real crowd pleaser! I’ve seen a lot of whipped feta dip recipes around and decided to give it a g…

Arugula, burrata, and a bevy of sliced citrus team up for a delicious, no-fuss salad. We topped it with pomegranate arils and pistachio for a little crunch, then drizzled balsamic on top.

Featured in our Summer 2021 article, Upscale Picnic, this tomato and burrata appetizer is delicious and flexible.

This whipped feta dip with roasted cherry tomatoes and garlic can be served with crispbreads, crackers, sourdough bread, or whatever low-carb or gluten-free alternative you have. It's an amazing appetizer full of flavours that will have everyone talking! Great for the holidays, as part of a mezze platter or as a dinner party starter.

Flavorful bruschetta dip with a creamy, savory whipped feta base and a drizzle of sweet balsamic glaze. Serve this easy feta bruschetta dip with homemade garlic crostini for a crowd-pleasing appetizer or snack that uses up fresh summer tomatoes and basil!

A medley of Mediterranean-inspired charcuterie board components makes for a delicious spread of tasty Greek finger foods. Loaded with pita, hummus, tzatziki, and more, this Greek charcuterie board is bound to be a fan favorite.