{"id":88175,"date":"2025-02-24T02:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-02-24T02:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/?p=88175"},"modified":"2025-02-13T14:58:02","modified_gmt":"2025-02-13T14:58:02","slug":"party-snacks-appetisers-for-entertaining","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/party-snacks-appetisers-for-entertaining\/","title":{"rendered":"54 Party Snacks & Appetisers For Entertaining"},"content":{"rendered":"

We all know that half the fun of events and gatherings are the snacks, right? As staunch snack table hoverers, you’ll usually find us where the chips, dips and canap\u00e9s are \u2013 it’s safe to say that we know a thing or two about appetisers. Here’s a list of our favourite party snacks and appetiser recipes to help you curate the snack table of your dreams.<\/p>\n

Party Snack Recipes – Dips<\/h3>\n

Whether you’re serving nachos or bread, everything tastes better with a dip!<\/p>\n

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Baba Ganoush with Sesame Lavash<\/h4>\n

Guests will love this Levantine staple. The smoky aubergine and cumin flavours make it incredibly moreish. Savour with easy-to-make sesame lavash.<\/p>\n

Recipe for Baba Ganoush with Sesame Lavash<\/a><\/p>\n

Tartiflette Savoyarde<\/h4>\n

This dish hails from the Savoie region of France. Caramelised onions, pork rashers, Camembert and potatoes are baked in the oven to create a bubbling hot, cheesy situation. Serve with gherkins and a glass of Grand Vin for peak enjoyment.<\/p>\n

Recipe for Tartiflette Savoyarde<\/a><\/p>\n

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Muhammara Dip with Sesame Lavash Crackers<\/h4>\n

This delicious dip is made from a blend of roasted red peppers and walnuts. Perfect scooped up with crunchy lavash crackers.<\/p>\n

Recipe for Muhammara Dip<\/a><\/p>\n

Healthy Homemade Hummus<\/h4>\n

A real crowd-pleaser! This recipe is also easily customisable.<\/p>\n

Recipe for Healthy Homemade Hummus<\/a><\/p>\n

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Tomato & Black Bean with Corn Chips<\/h4>\n

No fiesta would be complete without salsa, it\u2019s the quintessential dip. Yum!<\/p>\n

Recipe for Tomato & Black Bean Salsa<\/a><\/p>\n

Guacamole & Cauliflower Hummus<\/h4>\n

This roasted cauliflower hummus, with the addition of guacamole, is perfect for spreading on pita or enjoying as a dip with vegetables.<\/p>\n

Recipe for Guacamole & Cauliflower Hummus<\/a><\/p>\n

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Pork & Pineapple Skewers with Coconut Curry Sauce<\/h4>\n

Dunk these meaty lollipops into the spicy sauce for the ultimate bite.<\/p>\n

Recipe for Pork & Pineapple Skewers with Coconut Curry Sauce<\/a><\/p>\n

Onion Rings with Baconnaise<\/h4>\n

Satisfying and tasty, these onion rings are a textural delight.<\/p>\n

Recipe for Onion Rings with Baconnaise<\/a><\/p>\n

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Chunky Olive & Feta Dip<\/h4>\n

Make sure you have a good loaf of bread to scoop up this delicious dip.<\/p>\n

Recipe for Chunky Olive & Feta Dip<\/a><\/p>\n

Whipped Feta & Cream Cheese with Green Olive Salsa Verde<\/h4>\n

Say hello to your new fave party dish. This cream cheese combo is delish<\/em> smothered on toasted baguette and topped with a zesty green olive salsa.<\/p>\n

Recipe for Whipped Feta & Cream Cheese with Green Olive Salsa Verde<\/a><\/p>\n

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Roasted Garlic & Artichoke Hummus<\/h4>\n

A tasty spin on regular hummus that’s packed with flavour and texture.<\/p>\n

Recipe for Roasted Garlic & Artichoke Hummus<\/a><\/p>\n

Lemon Labneh with Roasted Tomatoes, Pine Nuts & Toasted Pita<\/h4>\n

It couldn’t be easier to make your own labneh. This snack plate is delicious and perfect for feeding a peckish crowd!<\/p>\n

Recipe for Lemon Labneh with Roasted Tomatoes<\/a><\/p>\n

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Mediterranean Feta & Olive Oil Dip<\/h4>\n

All the best of Med! Serve with fresh bread or crackers.<\/p>\n

Recipe for Mediterranean Feta & Olive Oil Dip<\/a><\/p>\n

Artichoke & Feta Cr\u00e8me<\/h4>\n

This utterly delicious cr\u00e8me is perfect smeared on a crisp, freshly baked flatbread.<\/p>\n

Recipe for Artichoke & Feta Cr\u00e8me<\/a><\/p>\n

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Tasty Nibbles<\/h3>\n

More substantial than a dip, but just enough to get your guests excited for the main course.<\/p>\n

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Braaied Veggie Pizza<\/h4>\n

A delicious blanco pizza topped with braaied courgettes and aubergine, and crowned with creamy burrata and pickled artichoke \u2013 a sensational starter.<\/p>\n

Recipe for Braaied Veggie Pizza<\/a><\/p>\n

Flatbread with JOYA Apples, Goat’s Cheese & Parma Ham<\/h4>\n

Serve up this flatbread with fresh slices of JOYA\u00a0apples, Parma ham, goat’s cheese and a drizzle of honey. Yum!<\/p>\n

Recipe for Flatbread with JOYA Apples, Goat’s Cheese & Parma Ham<\/a><\/p>\n

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Lime, Coconut & Mango Ceviche Tostadas<\/h4>\n

A zingy and spicy starter that guests will love.<\/p>\n

Recipe for Lime, Coconut & Mango Ceviche Tostadas<\/a><\/p>\n

Mushroom & Caramelised Onion Tartlets<\/h4>\n

These tartlets are a must for any special occasion.<\/p>\n

Recipe for Mushroom & Caramelised Onion Tartlets<\/a><\/p>\n

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Biltong, Caramelised Onion & Blue Cheese Tartlets<\/h4>\n

These tasty tartlets celebrate all your favourite cheeseboard flaves.<\/p>\n

Recipe for Biltong, Caramelised Onion & Blue Cheese Tartlets<\/a><\/p>\n

Homemade Leek & Pork Sausage Rolls<\/h4>\n

Herby pork mince pastries infused with fragrant sage and butter-fried leeks. The hot English mustard dip really brings all the flavours home \u2013 yum!<\/p>\n

Recipe for Homemade Leek & Pork Sausage Rolls<\/a><\/p>\n

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Pork Samoosas with Homemade Peach Chutney<\/h4>\n

Tuck into these pockets of flavour as you chat away with your guests.<\/p>\n

Recipe for Pork Samoosas with Homemade Peach Chutney<\/a><\/p>\n

Crunchy Mozzarella & Ham Pap Bombs with Perinaise<\/h4>\n

Arancini, but make it South African. We don\u2019t know what we\u2019d do without pap and perinaise.<\/p>\n

Recipe for Crunchy Mozzarella & Ham Pap Bombs with Perinaise<\/a><\/p>\n

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Cherry Chutney with Oven Roasted Camembert<\/h4>\n

The ultimate dish for entertaining. The Camembert and fruity chutney combo is divine!<\/p>\n

Recipe for Cherry Chutney with Oven Roasted Camembert<\/a><\/p>\n

Pork & Mushroom Vol au Vents<\/h4>\n

Elevate get-togethers with these French savoury treats.<\/p>\n

Recipe for Pork & Mushroom Vol au Vents<\/a><\/p>\n

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Green Eggs & Ham: Devilled Avocado Eggs with Crispy Parma Ham<\/h4>\n

Your guests will love this retro-inspired appetiser. The creamy avocado filling and crispy Parma ham combo is to die for!<\/p>\n

Recipe for Green Devilled Eggs & Ham Devilled Avocado Eggs with Crispy Parma Ham<\/a><\/p>\n

Mexican Tuna Ceviche with Guacamole, Salsa & Nachos<\/h4>\n

Nachos are party snacks central. This Mexican Tuna Ceviche version is incredibly moreish.<\/p>\n

Recipe for Mexican Tuna Ceviche with Guacamole, Salsa & Nachos<\/a><\/p>\n

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Harumaki<\/h4>\n

These Japanese spring rolls are filled with tender pork, veg and bean sprouts. Dip into the gingery honey-soy sauce for the ultimate bite.<\/p>\n

Recipe for Harumaki<\/a><\/p>\n

Pork Meatballs with Bocconcini & Spicy Arrabbiata Sauce<\/h4>\n

A meaty delight that will make your taste buds swoon.<\/p>\n

Recipe for Pork Meatballs with Bocconcini & Spicy Arrabbiata Sauce<\/a><\/p>\n

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Beef Carpaccio Canap\u00e9s with Horseradish Cream<\/h4>\n

Take your house party to restaurant-worthy heights with these stunning canap\u00e9s.<\/p>\n

Recipe for Beef Carpaccio Canap\u00e9s with Horseradish Cream<\/a><\/p>\n

Corn Esquite Canap\u00e9 with Grilled Prawns & Avo Crema<\/h4>\n

Guests will love these canap\u00e9s! They’re deceptively simple to make, yet serve all the charm of a high-end appetiser.<\/p>\n

Recipe for Corn Esquite Canap\u00e9 with Grilled Prawns & Avo Crema<\/a><\/p>\n

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Festive Bruschetta<\/h4>\n

Toasted baguette topped with whipped blue cheese, succulent Wagyu sirloin slices and garlicky tomatoes \u2013 doesn’t that sound divine?<\/p>\n

Recipe for Festive Bruschetta<\/a><\/p>\n

Wagyu Mince Samoosas<\/h4>\n

Who doesn’t love a good samoosa? We’ve filled ours with Wagyu mince, infused with fragrant Cape Malay spices and served with a garlicky dipping sauce.<\/p>\n

Recipe for Wagyu Mince Samoosas<\/a><\/p>\n

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Chilli Bacon Caramelised Nuts with Tabasco Bourbon Shooters<\/h4>\n

You can’t go wrong with nuts; for a kick of heat, add chilli caramel sauce. If you really want to shake the party up, serve them with Tabasco Bourbon Shooters.<\/p>\n

Recipe for Smoky Chilli Bacon Caramelised Nuts with Tabasco Bourbon Shooters<\/a><\/p>\n

Braaied Chicken Nachos with Spicy Salsa & Lime Sour Cream<\/h4>\n

These Braaied Chicken Nachos will keep hungry guests happy while they wait for mains.<\/p>\n

Recipe for Braaied Chicken Nachos with Spicy Salsa & Lime Sour Cream<\/a><\/p>\n

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Korean Popcorn Chicken Bites with a Soju-inspired Cocktail<\/h4>\n

By far the tastiest chicken pops! This Korean-style snack is everything and more, and your friends will agree. Take it to the next level and serve it with a soju-inspired cocktail.<\/p>\n

Recipe for Korean Popcorn Chicken Bites with a Soju-inspired Yoghurt Cocktail<\/a><\/p>\n

Cheese Biscuits with Whipped Goat’s Cheese & Walnuts<\/h4>\n

Talk about a party starter! The cheese and walnut combo is seriously delicious.<\/p>\n

Recipe for Cheese Biscuits with Whipped Goat’s Cheese & Walnuts<\/a><\/p>\n

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Roasted Masala Spiced Nuts<\/h4>\n

Make sure to dot your entertainment spread with brimming bowls of spiced nuts.<\/p>\n

Recipe for Roasted Masala Spiced Nuts<\/a><\/p>\n

Zucchini Fries with Guacamole & Chilli Oil<\/h4>\n

These crispy zucchini fingers are perfect for dipping into a creamy guacamole. Yum!<\/p>\n

Recipe for Zucchini Fries with Guacamole & Chilli Oil<\/a><\/p>\n

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Savoury Biscuits with Avo & Herb Dip<\/h4>\n

These savoury bites are sensational and perfect for serving as a party snack.<\/p>\n

Recipe for Savoury Biscuits with Avo & Herb Dip<\/a><\/p>\n

Polenta Chips with a Spicy Chimichurri Dipping Sauce<\/h4>\n

Crisp polenta chips with a spicy dip \u2013 now we’re talking!<\/p>\n

Recipe for Polenta Chips with a Spicy Chimichurri Dipping Sauce<\/a><\/p>\n

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Tomato & Chorizo Pull-Apart Bread<\/h4>\n

A delicious bread studded with bright, plump medley tomatoes and chunks of chorizo. Grab a piece and dunk it in your favourite olive oil.<\/p>\n

Recipe for Tomato & Chorizo Pull-Apart Bread<\/a><\/p>\n

Confit Tomatoes with Whole Garlic & Thyme<\/h4>\n

This method of slow poaching tomatoes in oil makes them soft and sweet \u2013 serve as a tapas spread, close your eyes and be transported to the Med.<\/p>\n

Recipe for Confit Tomatoes<\/a><\/p>\n

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Zaalouk with Fried Halloumi<\/h4>\n

Zaalouk is a Moroccan eggplant and tomato salad that is often served as a dip or as part of a spread of small plates\/tapas.<\/p>\n

Recipe for Zaalouk with Fried Halloumi<\/a><\/p>\n

Charred Tomato and Lemon Cottage Cheese Toasts<\/h4>\n

These tartines (stacked toast) are easy to make and delicious.<\/p>\n

Recipe for Charred Tomato and Lemon Cottage Cheese Toasts<\/a><\/p>\n

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Vegan Buffalo Cauliflower Bites<\/h4>\n

Crumbed cauliflower florets are smothered in BBQ sauce and served with spicy guac \u2013 yum!<\/p>\n

Recipe for Vegan Buffalo Cauliflower Bites<\/a><\/p>\n

Easy Prawn Toast<\/h4>\n

Prawn toast is a classic dim sum dish and is delicious served as a starter when entertaining; our version uses baguette slices.<\/p>\n

Recipe for Easy Prawn Toast<\/a><\/p>\n

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Lemon, Herb & Parmesan Popcorn<\/h4>\n

Simple yet flavourful, this party snack is a great way to get everyone’s taste buds going.<\/p>\n

Recipe for Lemon, Herb & Parmesan Popcorn<\/a><\/p>\n

Baked Potato Chips with Avocado Mayo and Gremolata<\/h4>\n

The potatoes crisp up so well in the oven and are an absolute treat with the egg-free avocado mayo and zesty gremolata.<\/p>\n

Recipe for Baked Potato Chips<\/a><\/p>\n

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Vegan Dragon Carrot Crackers with Tomato Tartare<\/h4>\n

A snappy canap\u00e9 that’s perfect for a party.<\/p>\n

Recipe for Vegan Dragon Crackers<\/a><\/p>\n

Beer Bread with Grilled Mozzarella & Herb Oil<\/h4>\n

An easy beer bread that requires very little effort to make. Delicious when used to mop up grilled cheese with chilli-flavoured avocado oil.<\/p>\n

Recipe for Beer Bread with Grilled Mozzarella & Herb Oil<\/a><\/p>\n

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Beef Tataki with Crispy Garlic<\/h4>\n

Tataki is like the beefy cousin of sashimi; just lightly seared and served with tasty toppings.<\/p>\n

Recipe for Beef Tataki with Crispy Garlic<\/a><\/p>\n

Gibson Cocktail Oysters with Lime<\/h4>\n

Oysters get a classic makeover with a Gibson cocktail garnishing, complete with pickled onion and lime zest.<\/p>\n

Recipe for Gibson Cocktail Oysters with Lime<\/a><\/p>\n

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Gin-Cured Angelfish on Bruschetta with Smashed Avo<\/h4>\n

We love the flavour that the addition of gin gives this ceviche. The tangy cured fish is the perfect summer appetiser, served atop crunchy bruschetta and creamy avo.<\/p>\n

Recipe for Gin-Cured Angelfish Bruschetta<\/a><\/p>\n

Baked Camembert with Figs, Honey & Caramelised Spiced Nuts<\/h4>\n

This is the perfect party snack recipe; bake until gooey and top with roasted figs, crunchy nuts and hot honey drizzle.<\/p>\n

Recipe for Baked Camembert<\/a><\/p>\n

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We all know that half the fun of events and gatherings are the snacks, right? As staunch snack table hoverers, you’ll usually find us where the chips, dips and canap\u00e9s are \u2013 it’s safe to say that we know a thing or two about appetisers. Here’s a list of our favourite party snacks and appetiser recipes to help you curate the snack table of your dreams. Party Snack Recipes – Dips Whether you’re serving nachos or bread, everything tastes better […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"wprm-recipe-roundup-name":"","wprm-recipe-roundup-description":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[4098],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-88175","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-general"],"acf":[],"brand_slug":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/88175","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=88175"}],"version-history":[{"count":34,"href":"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/88175\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":118591,"href":"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/88175\/revisions\/118591"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=88175"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=88175"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=88175"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}