Thin-sliced russet potatoes are deep-fried at 300°F until shatteringly crisp, then dusted with a homemade BBQ seasoning blend of paprika, confectioners' sugar, smoked paprika, and chili powder. These addictive chips blow store-bought versions away and make the perfect snack for a fun gathering with friends.

Light, airy ricotta doughnuts scented with orange zest and cinnamon, deep-fried and dusted with confectioners' sugar. S

Peppery arugula topped with quick-pickled red onions and dressed in a bright Champagne vinaigrette. A refined salad that pairs beautifully with hearty mains.

Chicken breasts poached in stock are shredded and simmered with white beans partially blended for body, green chiles, ancho chile powder, cumin, and coriander, then served with extensive toppings. This creamy, mild chili is a crowd-pleasing game-day staple that invites everyone to customize their bowl.

Crunchy twice-baked biscotti loaded with toasted walnuts and a surprising kick of black pepper. Flavored with orange zest and vanilla for a cookie that pairs perfectly with coffee.

Salami layered with mozzarella and Parmesan, bound with eggs, and baked in crescent roll dough until puffed and golden. A rich, meaty Italian pie rooted in family tradition that is perfect for brunch, lunch, or a hearty snack.

Thick-sliced ripe tomatoes and English cucumber with red onion in a balsamic vinaigrette, crowned with shatteringly crispy baked pancetta. A fresh summer salad given a salty, savory crunch from its Italian bacon topping.

Classic hard-boiled eggs filled three ways: pickles and capers, wasabi and ginger, and sesame carrot. A creative twist on the traditional deviled egg platter perfect for parties.

A light sponge cake is soaked through with a luscious blend of sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and half-and-half infused with cinnamon and vanilla, then crowned with billowy whipped cream. This classic Latin American celebration cake is moist, creamy, and utterly indulgent — the perfect sweet ending to a tamale party.

A chocolate wafer cookie crust is layered with a rich chocolate-coconut oil-creme de menthe ganache, then filled with a fluffy creme de menthe whipped cream and frozen until set. This cool, minty, no-bake icebox pie is the perfect refreshing finish to a fiery meal, with layers of chocolate and mint in every frozen slice.