Here at appetizers-and-dips.com you'll find an inspired selection of delicious, budget friendly party appetizers and dip recipes using quality ingredients.

The site offers finger food recipes and advice that will help you master the art of entertaining. Spend some time here and you will learn how to throw great parties.

My cooking philosophy is very simple. To maximize the flavor of each ingredient and use fewer quality ingredients rather than use processed foods(better ingredients equals better results). You will also find that I try to use ingredients that everyone is familiar with and are readily available.

Appetizers-and-dips.com offers cooking instructions that can easily be followed by beginners but will give you results like the pro's.

Here's an example of one of the easy to prepare, delicious make ahead party appetizers you'll find here, then I'll share my party philosophy with you.

Smoked Turkey Rolls

Ingredients
• 4 Large flour tortillas
• 1/2 lb smoked turkey
• 16 oz herb cheese (boursin)
• 8 romaine lettuce leaves

To assemble, lay out the tortillas, spread a thin layer of cheese over entire surface. Add a single layer of turkey and 2 slices of lettuce to each tortilla. Starting at one end roll tortilla as tightly as possible jelly roll style, wrap with plastic and refrigerate about 2 hours till the rolls get firm.

Unwrap the turkey rolls and cut even slices (sushi style). Cut a few pieces longer and at a sharp angle(like the photo) to use as the center of your serving tray.

*YOU'RE NOT THROWING A PARTY, YOU"RE PUTTING ON A SHOW!!*

My name is Paul and I am a musician, former Wine consultant and Caterer with a long time passion for entertaining. I don't promote large scale events at NY city clubs anymore but I strive for the same effect. The typical party at my home has about 20-30 guests, an open bar, plenty of artfully displayed food, excellent music and a clublike atmosphere.

I want to teach you everything you need to know to put on a great show.

I prefer to serve finger foods (Hors D'oeuvres) at my parties for the following reasons;

*I have included many valuable ads and links to help you find quality ingredients that will save you money, feel free to click away. You'll also find:

*Helpful,unpretentious advice on food and wine pairing.

*How to find the best wine values.

*Tricks to stocking your bar without spending a fortune.

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This summer I launched my newsletter called Chef Paul's "Showtime", Every issue contains wine reviews, party tips, cocktail recipes and new finger food recipes. Special issues will feature complete theme party menu's. Also, in the near future I will release a great book I've been working on for a long time. I won't divulge it's contents, but check out the Chef-Paul page for a little insight as to the kind of stories and information I'm anxious to share.

Please go to virtually any page to sign up for my FREE newsletter. Here are a couple of wines that have been reviewed, you can read about them in the back issues once you've signed up! Both are excellent values for your holiday parties. The current issue has a review of Robert Mondavi Cabernet Sauvignon, and the last issue has the Miyone review which is in the photo below,

Please bookmark this site and visit often as I will be adding new appetizer and dip recipes that pass my demanding test kitchen criteria regularly. ENJOY !!!