Global Finger Foods That Keep the Party Going
From Southern hush puppies to Korean chicken wings, here are more than 50 crowd-pleasing appetizer recipes
Nothing makes a party like well curated snacks. Finger foods in particular have a way of fitting in as both elegant Oscar party bites or raucous Superbowl party apps. But no matter the holiday, celebration, or fête, the best case scenario is when the dishes you choose to serve at a gathering are unique and inspiring—not just the same few go-to staples.
While we’ll never turn down a well-made cheese plate or a delicious party dip, to change up our game, we turned to a number of cuisines around the world to source ideas for more exciting party bites. In addition to Korean fried chicken to authentic Mexican nachos, this includes the likes of cheesy broiled oysters, DIY spring rolls, and fried ravioli.
Now when the question of what appetizers to serve at a party comes up, the only question you’ll have is: how many of these recipes can I pull off?
Indonesian-Style Chicken Wings
Cretan Cheese Pies with Thyme and Honey (Kalitsounia)
Fried Stuffed Castelvetrano Olives
Broth with Crêpes (Crespelle en Brodo)
Roasted Tomato and Grape Toasts with Fava Bean Puree
Krisciki (Polish Bow Tie Fritters)
Fried Calamari with Saffron Aioli and Agrodolce
Upperline’s Oysters St. Claude
Stuffed Cherry Peppers (Peperoni con Acciughe)
Chickpea Fritters with Coconut Chutney
Turkey Momos with Tomato-Cilantro Sauce
Fennel and Herb Phyllo Pastries (Hortopita)
Braised and Fried Pork Spareribs
Strawberry Rhubarb Pâte de Fruit
Cavolo Nero and Prosciutto Bruschetta
Onion and Anchovy Tarts (Pissaladières)
Lamb and Bulgur Wheat Croquettes (Kibbeh)
Virginia Ham and White Cheddar Croquettes
Apple and Stilton Welsh Rarebit Bites
Sweet and Sour Pork and Oyster Meatballs (Tangcu Muli Rouwan)
Spaghetti Fritters with Ham and Smoked Mozzarella (Frittatine di Pasta)
Grape Leaves Stuffed with Rice (Dolma)