Brushes and Bites: Elevate Your Painting and Wine Class Experience with Delicious Appetizers
Appetizers & Wine To Pair Them With --- A Perfect Match For Your Painting Class!
Painting and wine classes already engage the senses of sight and taste, but adding delicious appetizers into the mix creates a multi-dimensional sensory experience. The aroma of freshly prepared appetizers, the vibrant colors on your palette, and the smooth texture of your brushstrokes all come together to stimulate your senses and immerse you in the creative process. By engaging multiple senses simultaneously, you enhance your overall enjoyment and appreciation of the class.
*** THE BEST APPETIZERS TO ENJOY WITH A PAINTING CLASS ***
Shrimp Cocktail Phyllo Cups
Not only are these shrimp cocktail cups delicious, but they come together quickly using simple store-bought ingredients. They also require no cooking! They are the perfect bite that pairs well with a glass of chilled bubbly.
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(Pair It): Pair with a light, crisp Sauvignon Blanc
Antipasto Bites
Fresh tortellini makes this the hearty party appetizer of our dreams. If you're not a fan of olives, pepperoncini peppers would be a delicious substitute.
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Cream Cheese Ball
This is the ultimate party recipe. You can make it ahead of time, and everyone loves it! Change up the cheese from smoked Cheddar to sharp Cheddar, Gouda, or your other favorite hard cheese.
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(Pair It): A soft juicy red like a merlot or a sauvignon blanc both work well
Cranberry-Brie Knots
The classic combo of cranberries and Brie team up in this easy appetizer. Twist them with fluffy pizza dough and bake until golden for the ideal handheld starter.
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(Pair It): Champagne or Chardonnay make excellent pairings
Pinwheel Sandwiches
These pinwheels are easy to assemble, look great on a platter, and are ideal for a party. Throw in any meat, cheese, spreads, or other flavorful accents you want!
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Crab Rangoon Wonton Cups
Crab rangoon is one of my favorite appetizers to order when I go to a Chinese restaurant, so I decided to make an inspired version at home. In addition to more crabmeat, I've also added white Cheddar and roasted red peppers. These are so good — I bet you can't eat just one!
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(Pair It): Add the light, crisp flavor to the rich and creamy filling flavor of the wontons to make the combo really "Pop!"
Caprese Bites
If you’re in need of a quick and easy appetizer or a last-minute addition to your holiday party, then these Caprese-inspired bites are the simple solution your guests will thank you for. Focusing on three ingredients and requiring no cooking, these bites require very little effort and time.
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(Pair It): Lambrusco is a great choice, because it still has the light, bubbly quality of a Prosecco while providing a bit more backbone for the meatiness of the tomatoes.
Stuffed Mushrooms
To make these, we stuff baby bella mushrooms with garlicky, herby breadcrumbs and plenty of cheese. Stuff them ahead of time and bake them off when you're ready for the most party-friendly appetizer ever.
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(Pair It): A Pinot Noir is known for its earthy and fruity flavors, which would complement the mushrooms, while its medium acidity would help balance the richness of the stuffing.
French Ham-and-Brie Pigs in Blankets
Slices of ham and caramelized onions give these piggies a fun twist. Add creamy Brie, fresh thyme and a croissant-dough "blanket," and you have an easy crowd pleaser for your next get-together.
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(Pair It): The assertive acidity of a Chenin Blanc helps to cut through brie's high fat content.
Blue Cheese Stuffed Tomatoes
You only need 7 simple ingredients to make these delicious small bites. But don’t worry, they won’t be lacking in flavor — they’re loaded with blue cheese, bacon and fresh chives.
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(Pair It): A smooth white wine like a Pinot Grigio
Pizzette with Gorgonzola, Tomato and Basil
For quick preparation, Giada uses a cookie cutter and store-bought dough. Once baked, the soft pizzette crust makes for a mess-free way to enjoy sweet cherry tomatoes, fresh basil and Gorgonzola.
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(Pair It): Malbec is a medium to full-bodied and beautifully bold red wine that's the perfect complementary match to the intense flavor profile of Gorgonzola