Appetizers are my very favorite part of the meal. Not a big commitment, you can be adventurous and not break the bank. Here is a list of my favorites:
Spinach and Artichoke Crostini from Crafted Southern Speakeasy in Lincolnton, NC
Caramelized Gnocchi from Aria Tuscan Grill
Fried Green Tomatoes at Huey’s Southern Eats in Isle of Palms
Mert’s Soul Rolls at Mert’s Heart and Soul in Charlotte
Homemade Lime Tortilla Chips served with Pineapple Mango Salsa from Caterer extraordinaire Food Junkie
Spinach and Artichoke Dip from Food Junkie
Filipino-style Pork Eggrolls with Spicy Apricot Dipping Sauce from Food Junkie
Funghi Repieni at Caruso’s in Mooresville
Pierogies from Twisted Oak Bar and Grill in Statesville, NC
Manchego Skillet at Tybee Island Social Club in Tybee Island, GA
Warm Pimento Cheese & Jumbo Lump Crab Cake from Tupelo Honey in Charlotte, NC
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Oysters Rockefeller at the Oak Steakhouse in Charleston, SC
Shrimp Flatbread from 5 Church in Charlotte, NC
Stuffed Portabello Mushroom at Chillfire Grill in Denver, NC
Beggar’s Purse with Cream Cheese and Salmon, Rock Shrimp & Fried Calamari with Vegetables from Wasabi in Asheville
Smoked Tuna Dip from Louisiana Lagniappe
Prime Rib Stuffed Mushrooms from Alton’s Kitchen and Cocktails in Cornelius, NC
Escargot with Lemon and Sweet Pea Risotto from Flatiron Kitchen and Taphouse in Davidson
Crispy Pork Rinds with Pimiento Cheese and Valentina Hot Sauce from Root +Vine in Morganton
Shrimp Cocktail at the Pump House in Rock Hill, SC
Escargot at Gamekeeper in Boone, NC
Deviled Eggs and Millionaire’s Bacon from Bricktop’s in Charlotte
Crab Dip from Circa 1922 in Wilmington, NC
Butter Bean Spread, Devilish Toast and Marinated Shrimp from Goodyear House in Charlotte
Compressed Spiced Melon with Bluebird Farms Cured meats and shaved cheese from 158 on Main in Mooresville
Baked Brie Bites and Sausage Gravy Croquettes from Supperland in Charlotte
Deviled Eggs with Pickles, Aleppo, herb bacon salad from Stoke in Charlotte
SESAME-CHILI CAULIFLOWER FLORETS from Copper Modern Indian Cuisine in Charlotte
Chicken Empanadas from Havana 33 in Mooresville, NC
Fried Deviled Eggs from Zhay’s in Lincolnton
Mariposa Mezze Board from Mariposa in Charlotte
Spinach and Artichoke Dip from Mi Amiche in Mooresville
Firecracker Shrimp and Sriracha Fries from 73 & Main in Mt. Pleasant
Yuca Frita from Miami Fusion in Denver, NC
Charcuterie from Dot Dot Dot in Charlotte
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