Tender clam bellies are dipped in an egg-milk wash, dredged in seasoned corn and all-purpose flour with Old Bay, and fried at 365°F until golden and crispy, served alongside homemade tartar and cocktail sauces. These shore-style fried clams bring authentic New England beach shack flavor to a backyard celebration.

A sparkling cocktail made with prosecco and creme de cassis, garnished with fresh raspberries. An elegant and effortless aperitif perfect for holiday entertaining.

Lobster shells are simmered with sherry and vegetables to build a rich stock, then pureed with an immersion blender and finished with cream and chunks of tender lobster meat. This luxurious, velvety bisque is a sophisticated soup course perfect for a special occasion or holiday meal.

Basmati rice simmered with dried cranberries in chicken broth, then folded with toasted almonds and fresh parsley. A festive, jeweled side dish that bridges traditions and ties together any blended holiday menu.

Baby spinach is wilted in nutty browned butter with garlic and shallots, then brightened with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. This simple, elegant side comes together in minutes but delivers rich, toasty flavor that pairs beautifully with the cedar plank salmon.

Blanched broccoli, cauliflower, and snap peas are simmered in a fragrant coconut milk-green curry paste sauce with shredded cabbage, carrots, and creamy avocado stirred in at the end. This vibrant, fully vegan curry delivers bold Southeast Asian flavor and satisfying richness without any meat or dairy.

A rich yeast dough flavored with cinnamon, nutmeg, and orange zest is rolled around a cream cheese-cinnamon filling with a hidden plastic baby, shaped into an oval, baked golden, then iced and decorated with festive purple, green, and yellow sanding sugar. This iconic New Orleans Mardi Gras tradition brings carnival spirit to any celebration, with the lucky baby-finder crowned king or queen of the party.

These super-easy, can’t be beat zesty, summery shrimp rolls pack a fresh, herby punch into every buttery, toasted bite.

A savory egg custard baked in a homemade flaky pie crust and loaded with mushrooms, mixed vegetables, and three cheeses. This versatile quiche is ideal for brunch, lunch, or a light dinner.

Thin, crisp food processor crackers studded with poppy seeds are baked at 300 degrees, then piped with a smooth egg mousse made from hard-boiled eggs, mayo, and chives, and crowned with glistening caviar. These luxurious, three-layered bites are the epitome of elegant entertaining and deliver a satisfying contrast of crunch, cream, and briny pop.