Whether your guests are cheering for the home team or just showing up for the food, these four appetizer ecipes hit it out of the park.

Elegant appetizers and snacks to serve on game night

Swap fast food snacks for stylish small bites at your game night party.

There’s no rule that says baseball snacks can’t be gourmet. This World Series, bring a touch of sophistication to your viewing party with elegant small plates that pair perfectly with every inning. Game day, elevated: Think creamy brie, crispy golden phyllo, spring rolls and peanut sauce, plus a glass of sparkling wine (why not?) worthy of extra innings.

And just because they’re elegant doesn’t mean that they are difficult to make. Some of the easiest appetizers are Whipped Feta With Roasted Red Peppers has only five ingredients while Baked Brie With Hot Honey can be made in less than 20 minutes. Whether your guests are cheering for the home team or just showing up for the food, these recipes hit it out of the park.

1. Phyllo Feta Triangles Drizzled With Honey

A closeup of phyllo triangles on a silver baking sheet

Flaky, golden phyllo meets salty feta to create a bite that’s both rich and airy. A drizzle of honey adds just the right note of sweetness, making these feta triangles irresistible.

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2. Fresh Spring Rolls With the Ultimate Peanut Sauce

A plate of vegetable spring rolls with peanut sauce on a plate.
Photography, Sophie Bourdon for Logan Petit Lot

A fresh counterpoint to the usual fried game-day egg rolls. Crisp, shredded vegetables, vermicelli noodles and fresh herbs are wrapped in delicate rice paper, then dipped into a peanut sauce.

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3. Baked Brie With Homemade Hot Honey

Round brie cheese being drizzled with honey
Photography, Suech and Beck

Rich, molten brie paired with a drizzle of homemade spicy-sweet hot honey—it’s the kind of effortless appetizer that feels luxurious but comes together in minutes. To cut your preparation time, substitute homemade hot honey for one of these Canadian-made hot honeys.

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4. Baked Brie With Pear, Hazelnuts and Honey

A dish of brie on a marble surface with a whole pear and a knife
Photography, Stacey Brandford

Toasted hazelnuts, chopped Bosc pear and honey are tossed together to create a sweet and crunchy baked brie topper. The result is a nutty and aromatic baked brie that pairs beautifully with crisp crackers or sliced pears.

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5. Roasted Eggplant Dip (Mutabal)

Eggplant and yogurt meze dip topped with sumac, olive oil, pine nuts and herbs. Served with pita bread.
Photography, Haarala Hamilton

Think of Mutabal as a baba ganoush recipe, but a creamier, more indulgent version. Eggplant is roasted in the oven, then blended with Greek yogurt, tahini, garlic and warm spices to create a dip that’s rich, smoky and packed with flavour. Serve with toasted pita triangles or crudités.

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6. Whipped Feta With Roasted Red Peppers

A bowl of whipped feta topped with roasted red peppers
Photography, Jorge Rivera

Tangy whipped feta meets the smoky sweetness of roasted red peppers, toasted almonds and a drizzle of olive oil to create a creamy, crowd-pleasing dip that looks stunning on any appetizer board.

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7. Mini Latkes and Lox With Blackberry Caviar

A white platter with bite-sized lox and latkes and cutlery
Photography, Alan Jensen; Food styling, Ajda Mehmet; Prop styling, Maaike Koorman

These mini latkes are a refined twist on the classic bagel-and-lox combo. Mini potato latkes topped with smoked salmon and jewel-toned blackberry “caviar” add sophistication to your snack lineup.

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8. Vegan Avocado Dip With Fresh Herbs

white plate with green vegetable dip and radishes
Photography, Stacey Brandford, Recipe and Food Styling, Christopher St. Onge
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9. Cucumber Smoked Salmon Bites

Slices of salmon topped with cream cheese and smoked salmon
Photography, Alison Bickel

Light, healthy, and effortlessly elegant. Cucumber rounds topped with smoked salmon and a touch of non-dairy cream cheese make for a guilty-free bite.

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10. Cranberry Baked Brie With Pecans and Maple Syrup

Baked brie topped with dried cranberries, pecans and maple syrup

Indulge in warm, gooey baked brie topped with sweet dried cranberries crunchy pecans and a rich maple syrup glaze. A festive appetizer ready in 25 minutes.

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Looking for some easy ideas for game-day drinks? Try one of these non-alcoholic RTDs or Canadian-made craft beers.

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