Party Fare

Potatoes With Crème Fraiche And Caviar

The best potato recipes use caviar, and vice versa.
Feb 23, 2012 10:01 pm
potatoes with caviar recipes
Photo: Bullfrog & Baum

This simple, yet very refined dish speaks to Chef Wolfgang Puck's craft: find the best ingredients you can, make everything from scratch and don't overcomplicate. These potatoes with caviar and creme fraiche are a frequent guest at the Oscars, wrapped in gold foil for extra panache. We'd gladly take one of these osetra-topped beauties over a useless statuette anyday.

Mini Prime Cheeseburgers Recipe

Mini cheeseburgers with aged cheddar and remoulade
Feb 23, 2012 9:01 pm
mini cheeseburgers recipe
Photo: Bullfrog & Baum

We say it all the time: it's not a party spread until the mini cheeseburgers hit the table. This is no recipe for your typical chain restaurant's sliders, however, these are Wolfgang Puck's Oscar-worthy mini cheeseburgers. It's not hard to see why he's chef to the stars. 

Truffle Baked Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

A mac 'n cheese for the baller in everyone
Feb 23, 2012 8:01 pm
truffle macaroni and cheese
Photo: Bullfrog & Baum

Truffle macaroni and cheese is no newcomer to the elevated comfort food scene — in fact, it was one of the dishes that spawned a whole movement of Kobe dogs, foie gras dumplings and willy-nilly dollops of creme fraiche on everything. If you want to learn how to make this modern classic right, look no further than chef to the Oscar stars, Wolfgang Puck. That makes this the real deal. 

Sausage and Sauerkraut Fritter Recipe

Classic German sausage and kraut hits the fryer
Feb 7, 2012 6:01 pm
Photo: Jeremy Nolan

These are the perfect party snack: crispy sauerkraut fritters dipped in sweet mustard sauce.  You can fry them ahead of time and serve them at room temperature.

A Christmas Eve Tradition

Lasagna and Beef Wellington, ah the memories
Dec 22, 2011 4:31 pm

Some families make intricate plans for Christmas Eve dinner, bringing together generations, breaking out the good china, dressing up in adorable sweaters and glazing festive cookies. Not my family. 

 

On The Scene: IFPDA Print Fair Opening

A VIP art preview comes with celeb chefs and sushi
Nov 4, 2011 4:38 pm
Photo: Patrick McMullan

The best way to an art buyers' wallet may be through his stomach. At least that was the hope at the International Fine Print Dealers Association Print Fair, which opened at NYC's Park Avenue Armory Wednesday night with a VIP preview featuring food from several well-known Manhattan eateries. 

Party Food For Classy Dudes

Throwing a shindig? We've got you covered.
Jul 30, 2011 12:01 pm
lettuce wraps
Photo: wine me up on Flickr

Good news (for most of you) — it's not 100 degrees anymore! We can cook again! But we'd rather hang out and drink with our friends, so we'd like to spend as little time in the kitchen as possible with maximum results. Lofty goal? Think again — we've rounded up some easy, satisfying and summery party food for your kickback, soirée or slightly-less-formal-than-a-...

Mediterranean Brown Rice Salad Recipe

A mayo-free salad perfect for your party
Jul 8, 2011 3:30 pm
photo: quintanaroo on Flickr

Looking to replace potato salad with a healthier side? Brown rice salad is great for large gatherings and it’s good for you. This dish delivers tons of fresh vibrant flavors, not to mention looking great in a spread. We made this with brown rice but feel free to substitute your grain of choice.

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