Food & Wine — Parties

What is more American than rock music and grilled foods? Independence Day may have you singing Bruce Springsteen's "Born in the USA", but this delicious recipe will have you singing a slightly different tune. Grilled corn is one of those simple items we can put together in minutes that is often forgotten on these special barbecue occasions. The flavor options are endless when you consider using any combination of your favorite spices and/or dry rubs. For this recipe, we decided to go with a hot and sizzling spice blend that is a staple to Cajun, Latin and Asian cuisines. This...

Sometimes we forget about antipasto except when we throw parties. However, during the summer it is a common lunch routine in Italy and other European countries. With summer heating up and the desire for hot foods is on vacation, why not integrate more antipasto into your meals? Pack a picnic or set the patio table, it's time to dine outdoors with some of your forgotten favorites. Most people associate hors d'oeuvres with white wine, but lightness alone does not make a wine interestingly versatile. A nice crisp Chardonnay has just enough acidity to cut through creamy goat cheese. Try creating an artichoke and...

  Let's be honest, we all want to make a meal of spanakopita. We love the flakey outer crust of those perfect little triangles filled with gooey hot cheese and fresh spinach. You can make this heavenly fantasy a reality with this recipe for spinach pie! With the stunning phyllo top, this pie is very presentational and can be perfect for dinner parties and potlucks as well as family dinner. Try pairing this entree with a Greek White Wine. The wine brings refreshing flavors of stone fruit with a long finish. The high acidity of this wine pairs excellently with this...