Appetizer Recipes

A quintessential Italian summer classic, Prosciutto e Melone is a masterclass in the balance of 'dolce e salato' (sweet and salty). This dish celebrates the peak of harvest season,...

Transport your senses to the windswept cliffs of Santorini with this traditional Greek Fava, a dish celebrated for its incredible silkiness and earthy sweetness. Unlike Middle East...

Transport your senses to the cobblestone streets of Old Nice with this authentic Socca, a naturally gluten-free masterpiece made from humble chickpea flour. This rustic flatbread b...

A cornerstone of Indian culinary tradition, the Pappadum is a crisp, wafer-thin cracker made from protein-rich black gram (Urad Dal) flour. These golden discs offer a satisfying sh...

Hailing from the ancient city of Aleppo, Muhammara is a masterclass in the balance of sweet, savory, smoky, and spicy flavors. This vibrant crimson spread combines the earthy richn...

A poetic fusion of Japanese sashimi technique and vibrant Peruvian soul, this Tiradito Clásico showcases delicate ribbons of fresh white fish bathed in a velvety, golden ají amaril...

Transport yourself to a seaside taverna in the Cyclades with this quintessential Greek meze. This recipe utilizes the traditional method of slow-braising the octopus in its own jui...

This elegant crudo celebrates the buttery, melt-in-your-mouth texture of premium Hamachi paired with the dramatic, ruby-hued sweetness of seasonal blood oranges. A delicate balance...

Transport your kitchen to the bustling streets of Beirut with this authentic Manakish, the quintessential Lebanese flatbread. Featuring a soft, pillowy dough topped with a fragrant...

This vibrant, low-sodium masterpiece captures the essence of a Spanish summer without the need for added salt. By utilizing peak-season heirloom tomatoes and a splash of sherry vin...

Transport your senses to the sun-drenched Amalfi Coast with this vibrant, low-sodium reimagining of the classic Insalata Caprese. By eschewing added salt, we allow the natural, uma...

A cornerstone of Southern Italian coastal cuisine, Alici Marinate captures the bright, briny essence of the Mediterranean in every bite. These delicate white anchovies are 'cooked'...

Zensai is the soul of Japanese Kaiseki, a curated selection of small bites designed to harmonize textures, colors, and the fleeting flavors of the current season. This medley featu...

The Tamal Limeño is a cornerstone of Peruvian gastronomy, distinguished by its smooth, velvety corn dough infused with vibrant ají amarillo and savory pork lard. Unlike its counter...

Transport your senses to the bustling markets of Bangkok with Yam Som-O, a majestic Thai salad that perfectly balances the four pillars of flavor: sweet, sour, salty, and spicy. Th...

Invented at Tokyo's Ginza Kyubey in 1941, Gunkanmaki—or 'Battleship Sushi'—is an ingenious solution for serving delicate toppings that would otherwise fall off a traditional nigiri...

Elevate the humble bakery classic into a gourmet masterpiece using the delicate art of Viennoiserie. This recipe features a buttery, multi-layered laminated pastry that shatters up...

Known as 'Lucifer’s Fingers,' Percebes are a prized delicacy harvested from the treacherous, wave-battered cliffs of Portugal’s Costa Vicentina. These goose barnacles offer the pur...

Otoro, the prized underbelly of the Bluefin Tuna, is the ultimate expression of luxury in Japanese cuisine, celebrated for its intense marbling and melt-in-your-mouth texture. This...

This modernist interpretation reimagines the classic Andalusian chilled soup as a vibrant, multi-textured landscape of flavor. By separating the elements of a traditional gazpacho ...

This avant-garde starter reimagines the humble leek and egg through the lens of modernist technique, contrasting the velvet-like texture of a slow-cooked yolk with the primal, smok...

An architectural masterpiece of the sea, this tower brings the opulence of a coastal French brasserie directly to your table. Featuring a curated selection of pristine raw oysters,...

Celebrate the Lunar New Year with this vibrant, multi-textured masterpiece known as Yusheng, a traditional symbol of abundance, vigor, and prosperity. This 'Lo Hei' salad features ...

First created in 1893 at New York’s iconic Waldorf-Astoria Hotel, this salad is a masterclass in texture and balanced contrasts. Our version elevates the original with a blend of t...