The Academy Awards are set to happen Sunday, Feb. 28 and what better way to celebrate than with an Oscar-worthy spread that is sure to impress even the toughest critic. After all, Hollywood’s biggest night deserves your best kitchen performance.
Whether you’re channeling old-Hollywood elegance or have a casual evening in mind, the folks at FoodNetwork.ca have a slew of easy appetizer and cocktail recipes that will keep you well fed from the red carpet through to the show’s credits.
Champagne cocktails
Greet your guests with a celebratory champagne cocktail. Crème de cassis, a dark red liqueur made from blackcurrants gives these bubbly sippers their bright red-carpet shade.
Oysters, caviar and bubbles
Your movie-buff guests may shy away from spoilers, but they won’t mind you spoiling them with these indulgent appetizers that are packed with old Hollywood glamour. Reserve a little champagne from your cocktails for the mignonette sauce, which is seasoned with fresh shallots and bright pink peppercorns.
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Devilled eggs
Party like the stars with these lavish appetizers. The ordinary snack gets a lavish twist with a dollop of salty Sturgeon roe. For a paired-down version, omit the caviar and season each egg with a sprinkle of smoked paprika.
Cheese and spinach puff pastry pockets
Puff pastry is your best friend when it comes to whipping up a tray full of appetizers in no time at all. These spinach bites are everything you want in an appetizer: golden flaky crust paired with a warm, cheesy filling you can enjoy in two delicious bites.
Maple Sriracha popcorn
No Academy Awards party is complete without popcorn! When those acceptance speeches go on and on, you’ll be happy to have this sweet and spicy popcorn to snack on. Leave out the peanuts and cashews if you want to keep it nut-free.
Looking for more ideas? Visit FoodNetwork.ca for 20 more amazing awards show best recipes.
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