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Easy Party Appetizer Ideas

October 31, 2019 by Haggen Northwest Fresh Leave a Comment

Crafting a spread of glitzy bite-sized indulgences has never been easier with the help of the little Haggen elves working with you. The holidays are our time to shine and we take our job of making you look good very seriously. Browse our meat and seafood departments, our artisan cheese case and our scratch-made delicatessen for quick, easy party appetizers that will keep your guests basking in the holiday spirit.

Party-Ready Seafood Apps

This year our Seafood Department has created some truly unique and party-worthy small bites. Just pick up as much or little as your need for your holiday soirée for an elegant, yet easy approach to entertaining. Call your local Haggen Seafood Department to pre-order your appetizers today!

NEW! Mushroom Neptune

Fresh cremini mushroom caps filled with a traditional Northwest-style crab cake. Made with real crab and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese—just bake for 10 minutes for a tasty appetizer that’s sure to be a crowd favorite.

NEW! Jalapeño Tequila Shrimp Bites

This marinated savory and spicy appetizer features cooked shrimp and is ready to eat. Add some fresh jalapeño for color and an extra hit of heat.

NEW! Lox Brunch Platter

Delectable wild salmon lox comes with all the pairings like fresh sliced cucumbers, lemon, thinly sliced red onion, briny capers and cream cheese to make an impressive appetizer platter or pick up some fresh-baked bagels for a perfect bagel bar brunch.

NEW! Extra-Large Shrimp Appetizers

Enjoy three large shrimp, peeled and marinated in a variety of flavorful marinades. Choose from South African Piri Piri to classic Mediterranean for a flavor profile to enhance any event. Bake, broil or grill and serve à la carte or over rice.

Cheese Towers

Is this real life? A tower of cheese may sound like something straight out of your dreams, but at Haggen, we make it possible. Explore our three cheese tower ideas:

Celebrate Brie Tower

Includes three varieties of soft, buttery cheeses including camembert, triple cream and traditional brie, adorned with blueberries, cranberries and sprigs of rosemary. Pair with sparkling wines, sauvignon blanc or honey.

Citrus & Honey Tower

A real wow to your pallet, we start with a base of Twin Sisters Whatcom Blue cheese, stacked with a Woolwich goat brie and topped with Marin camembert. Garnish with candied walnuts, satsuma, shards of dark chocolate and a drizzle of honey down the side for added drama. Pair with champagne or port for a full-bodied flavor.

Cheddar Tower

With a focus on everyone’s favorite cheese, this Cheddar Tower is sure to be a crowd pleaser. Pile is high with Face Rock cheddar, Tillamook smoked cheddar and Ford Farm English coastal and add an assortment of dry salami, apple slices, quicos, cornichons and olives. Pair with beer or cider for a heartier appetizer.

Charcuterie Board

Create a beautiful platter of meats and cheeses that your guests will want to dive right into with our wide assortment of charcuterie and accompaniments. Follow these few simples rules to cover all your bases when it comes flavor assortments.

The Meat

Bold cured sausage – look for something like Brooklyn cured pork salami or Creminelli salami.
Pâté – Schaller & Weber European-style pâté is a great option.
Whole Muscle Cut – Prosciutto is a favorite.
Mild Salami – Choose from Black Kassel salami whips, Busseto dry salami nuggets or Creminelli salami minis.

The Cheese

Go deluxe by pairing regional cheeses or contrasting flavors for a cooling balance. Recommendations: Appel Farms Basil Tomato Feta, Ford Farms Coastal Cheddar or Haggen Triple Cream Brie.

Something Bready

Crostini, breadsticks or crackers ad a little texture and crunch. Recommendations: Kii Naturals Cherry and Chocolate Artisan Crisps, Lark Olive Scourtin Sweet & Savory Olive Biscuits, Quicos Spanish Corn Nuts.

Something Briny

A salty non-meat component is a must for a dynamic flavor palette. Recommendations: Greek olive mix, cornichons, grape tomatoes.

Something Sweet

Salty fatty meats pair well with sweet jams and fruit. Recommendations: Cantaloupe, grapes or Quinn’s Pepper Jelly.

Grab-n-Go Trays

When time is of the essence, our fully prepared, ready to grab-and-go party platters are just what the holiday host ordered. We carefully pick the best ingredients and are proud to feature exceptionally flavorful, premium quality meats and cheeses.

Turkey Cranberry Pinwheels

Layers of Di Lusso golden brown turkey, cranberry orange relish and cream cheese, our handcrafted pinwheels make an impressive addition to your appetizer spread.

Salami & Cheese

Enjoy a medley of salami and cheese: Italian dry salami, peppered salami, calabrese salami, Colby cheese, pepper jack, cheddar and Swiss. This antipasto sampler makes it easy to entertain.

Focaccia

A taste sampling of our best focaccia sandwiches—club, roast beef and turkey. These little sandwiches are usually the first to go at the party.

Mini Croissants

A smaller version of our buttery croissants, these little guys are packed full of our famous cashew chicken salad from our delicatessen. Your guests won’t be able to resist them!

BBQ Pork Tray

An exotic addition to your appetizer spread, our BBQ Pork tray boasts delicately sliced pork alongside toasted sesame seeds and a punchy Dijon mustard.

Classic Deviled Egg Tray

Our classic deviled eggs are the perfect balance of creamy and tangy. A traditional hit at any gathering that everyone will look forward to.

Classic Meat & Cheese

Indulge your friends with an assortment of meats and cheese: Di Lusso roast beef and golden brown turkey, salami, Colby cheese, pepper jack, cheddar and Swiss. A timeless classic!

 

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