There’s no rule that says game-day snacks can’t be gourmet. Whether you’re hosting a World Cup watch party, gathering friends for the World Series or tuning in for a championship match, these elevated appetizers prove that sport and sophisticated entertaining go hand in hand.
Think creamy brie, crispy golden phyllo, fresh spring rolls and crowd-pleasing dips that are easy to prepare by impressive enough for guests. Pair them with sparkling wine, Canadian-made craft beers or a refreshing mocktail, and you’ve got a spread worthy of extra time, extra innings or overtime. 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 their favourite team or just showing up for the food, these elegant game-day appetizers are guaranteed to score.
Phyllo Feta Triangles Drizzled With Honey
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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Fresh Spring Rolls with Ultimate Peanut Sauce
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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Baked Brie With Hot Honey
Warm, oozy baked brie drizzled with homemade hot honey—an effortless, show-stopping appetizer perfect for entertaining. To cut your preparation time, substitute homemade hot honey for one of these Canadian-made hot honeys.
Baked Brie With Honey Pear Topper
Diced Bosc pear, toasted hazelnuts and honey is the ideal topper for a show-stopping baked brie cheese. Serve with toasted baguette slices.
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Roasted Eggplant Dip (Mutabal)
A cousin of the more commonly known baba ghanoush, this smoky eggplant dip (known as mutabal) is enriched with thick yogurt and nutty tahini. It’s creamy, indulgent and often served more decoratively: rippled with olive oil and sprinkled with herbs and colourful spices.
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Easy Whipped Feta and Roasted Red Peppers
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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Mini Latkes and Lox With Blackberry Caviar
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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Creamy Vegan Avocado Dip With Fresh Herbs
Creamy, herbaceous and packed with fresh flavour, this vegan avocado dip is a lighter addition to any game-day spread. Serve with crunchy vegetables for easy snacking.recipe from the inaugural issue of ELLE Gourmet.
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Cucumber and Smoked Salmon Bites
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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Cranberry Baked Brie With Pecans and Maple Syrup
Cranberries, maple syrup and pecans are delicious toppings for this easy and elegant baked brie cheese appetizer. It only takes 25 minutes in a 325°F oven for brie cheese to get deliciously soft and gooey.
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