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Killer Starter Ideas to Serve at Your Next Dinner Party

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Planning to whip up some starters for the dinner party? But, don’t spend the whole night working away in the kitchen! It's better to be a fresh and friendly host rather than being a tired host who has been experimenting in the kitchen all night long. Instead, we recommend that you keep it simple and kick start your party with these finger-licking starters. Whether it's a birthday dinner or a bridal shower, these show-stopping starters will woo everyone and earn you lots of praise! Kick Start Your Dinner Party with These Starters Bring some new flavors to your dinner table by whipping up these scrumptious recipes. ·  Zesty Chicken Wings Who doesn't love hot and fiery chicken wings? Roll up your sleeves to bake some spicy chicken wings with the appetizing stuffed devil crabs . From birthdays to game night plans, chicken wings are perfect for every party. We recommend that you pair these zesty chicken wings with different sauces so that everyone can enjoy these starters. ·  Fr...

A Complete Guide to Hosting a Party

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Thinking of catching up with your friends? Rather than waiting for someone to call, why not invite everyone  to your place! But have you figured out the menu yet? We know that people love to order mini stuffed potatoes  or come up with smoked salmon ideas. But think about your friends' favorite dishes this time. It’s important to consider your guests’ preferences because at the end of the day, it's the remarkable experience and the moments that count. Here’s how to host the most amazing party at your place! ·  Mix n’ Match Have a friend who loves Chinese food? Or have another friend who loves to gorge on Italian delicacies? Opting for different cuisines will help you win hearts at the dinner table. Cook up some Italian, Chinese, or Mexican dishes to win everyone over. After all, a successful party is all about flavors, aroma and having an unforgettable time together . ·  Think About Starters and Drinks After you’re done deciding the mains for the party, it’s time to ...

5 Most Common Types of Edible Crabs

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For a seafood lover, crabs are a treat! But do you know there are more than 4,400 species of crabs ? We didn’t either. HIGHFIVE! So we explored and surfed the internet to find the most common types of edible crabs. We have compiled a list of edible crabs to enjoy eating without any fear. Although there are other types of edible crabs, too, we have only added the most common one to this list. Dungeness Crab Known as Cancer Magister in Latin and found in coastal waters of Baja to Alaska, Dungeness crab is large. It weighs between 1 ¾ and 4 pounds. The color varies from purple to brown. The name tells the origin story of this crab. Dungeness first began to harvest and sell this delicacy in Washington State. The law states that the crab should be 6 ¼ long to quality for harvesting. Also, only males are taken to avoid endangering the crabs. Their peak season is winter, and pink flesh has a sweet and succulent taste. Blue Crab Latin name CallinectesSapidus which translates to “beautiful swi...

6 Tips to Help You Find the Right Catering Services

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Hiring catering services  is not an easy job. Food is essentially the most important part of any event, so choosing the right services is important for ensuring your guests' satisfaction. We’re here to help you out by discussing some important considerations for finding catering services suited to your event.   1.  Look for reviews Searching the internet for catering services is the most convenient way to look for the right provider, like Pappy's Devil Crabs . Take your time reading reviews and consider only those who have positive reviews.   2.  Taste a food sample You can determine two things from a caterer's food samples, the taste of the food they serve and how it is presented. If you don't feel satisfied, you can ask the caterer to make alterations. What's more, you also need to ensure that the caterer is taking your feedback seriously. Last, ask how they will prepare the food before the event and keep it warm throughout. 3.  Check how organized they a...

What’s the Best Way to Eat Potatoes?

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When you order stuffed potatoes , you might be overwhelmed by the various ways you can stuff these. The versatility of stuffed potatoes makes them a reliable side dish with the potential to be so much more. A perfect potato has a crispy outside and softer middle, which can be cracked open while it’s still steaming. Once you’ve made the first cut, you can add anything from cheese to gravy, crab meat etc. However, you need to know the right way to eat stuffed potatoes because the stuffing can make a mess. But there’s more to it. Let’s discuss the various options for eating a stuffed potato. The right way of eating stuffed potatoes A knife is the easiest way to open a stuffed potato. You’ll need to push on the ends of each side of the potato to open it wide and then use a fork to fish out all the soft goodness within. Another alternative is to slice the potato open right from the center and lay down the two halves side by side. Later, you can add cheese, butter, pepper, salt into the pota...

What Makes a Great Seafood Platter?

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Seafood platers  are festive and make for a great item to have during a dinner. The holiday season is coming up and if you have any party planning to do, then keep this article in mind. So what makes a great seafood platter? Is it the variety, the quantity, or the textures that you easily much on while you mingle? Here’s what makes a seafood platter great! What is a Seafood Platter? French for 'plate of the fruits of the sea,' it ‘s a dish with a combination of raw and cooked shellfish generally served cold as a platter. The seafood usually includes fish like tuna or cod and shellfish like clams or lobster. Despite, fish and shellfish being categorized as seafood, they are still different. And while some fish don’t usually cause any allergic reactions , shellfish can trigger allergies in some people. Items To Include In a Great Platter PRAWNS Prawns can be served in many ways and are prepared easily too. If you don’t feel like cooking any prawns, you can buy pre-cooked prawns a...

Shrimp: Hors D’oeuvre or Appetizer?

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Shrimp seems to be the particular food of choice for any seafood lover ordering out for lunch. That seafood delight  seems to be a favorite for lunch. BUT! Would it surprise you to find out that there is a debate between seafood aficionados about shrimp? Is shrimp an hors D’oeuvre or an appetizer ? Yes, that’s right. Curious huh!? Let’s consider the similarities and differences between hors d’oeuvres and appetizers to settle the debate once and for all. What is an Hors D’oeuvre? Generally considered as ‘finger foods’, shrimp are eaten informally while mingling and moving around. However, hors d’oeuvres are served before a meal, separate from the meal courses. That’s what ‘hors d’oeuvre’ means  in French - ‘outside the meal.’ This includes flatbreads, dinner rolls, shrimp cocktails, etc. What is an Appetizer? They are the first course served when ‘dining’, where you sit down at a table to eat. It is the first course served as a small portion that complements the entrée and impl...