PARTY PLEASERS

LET’S FACE IT — appetizers and cocktails go hand-in-hand, and they’re synonymous with the holidays. So, whether you’re planning on hosting a party, or you’ve been asked to bring a dish or drink to share, any one of these three appetizers will be the talk of the town. In fact, you may need to ask people to step away from the buffet table so others have a chance to sample these tasty bites.

From a cheese ball that has all the goodies you’d find on an antipasti platter, to sweet-and-sassy Asian-inspired meatballs, and baked Brie with roasted garlic and thyme, no matter which app is for you, they are all ideal for celebrating.

ANTIPASTI CHEESE BALL

Castelvetrano’s crunchy, yet buttery flesh is mild-flavored, making these Sicilian olives great for snacking, and the perfect foil