Foodie Friday: Fall Cocktail Party ~ Recipes & More

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Entertaining at home changes with the seasons. Autumn brings the cooler temps, sensational sunsets, and a reason to head inside.  From now through the end of the year, it is a time to gather with family and friends, and celebrate the many holidays to come. This roundup features chic crafted cocktails, beautiful bites and seasonal serving inspiration. Cheers! 

Apple Butter Old Fashioned

Greet your guests or yourself to homemade apple butter, cider, lemon, orange bitters, bourbon, and ginger beer for topping. 
Half Baked Harvest 

Smørrebrød Spread
Based on trendy Scandinavian open faced sandwiches, your guests are certain to find a flavor combination they love. Perfect for a brunch party.
Front + Main

Crostini with Humboldt Fog and Pear Chutney
Ms. Shop This introduced me to Humboldt Fog cheese a few years back. Oh you guys, it is fab, and the perfect counterpoint to a mildly sweet chutney made from fresh pears.
Williams Sonoma

Polenta Crostini with Butternut Squash, Ricotta + Sage
Polenta is so comforting and very easy to make. This appetizer has all of the Fall feels.
Edible Perspective 

Set The Scene
After you go to the trouble of creating chic cocktails and amazing appetizers, concentrate on presentation.  These pieces will get the job done with style! Shop the look:
Three Tiered Server   Pumpkin Moscow Mule Cup with Straw   Galvanized Stand   Wooden Serving Platter

Grilled Tomato, Fig and Prosciutto Pizza
The prettiest pizza there ever was! I like figs so much that I could eat them like candy. I can only imagine the blend of their sweetness with the salty prosciutto. This has got to be good. If you have a kitchen where everyone gathers, put this on the counter.
Half Baked Harvest

Apple Cider Bar
Give your guests a warm welcome. To recreate this look, simply fill a drinks dispenser with warm apple cider and set out on a buffet surface. Pile tons of apples on the table for decoration, and provide cinnamon sticks, star anise and bourbon. You can find a Preserved Boxwood Wreath at Amazon.
Camille Styles

Spicy Caramel Apple Dip
This will be your "go to" dish to make especially for last minute guests. It couldn't be easier.
Bless Her Heart Y'all 

Sparkling Pomegranate Cider Punch
There's a few steps and ingredients to this pretty punch, but I just know it will be worth it. The recipe includes an Autumn Simple Syrup
How Sweet Eats

Brie Raspberry Bites, For 12 People
These are delish, and a good idea to keep on hand during this busy time of year.
Neiman Marcus

Prosciutto-Wrapped Persimmons
One of my favorite foods to serve to guests. An easy but impressive offering that can be served room temp or warm.
Food And Wine

Salted Caramel Apple Martini
These Salted Caramel Apple Martinis are said to taste like fresh picked caramel dipped apples. Oh Yum!
Home and Plate

Heidi Swanson’s Parmesan Cheese Spread
What an elegant platter with a dip that couldn't be easier. Best yet, it will keep in the fridge for weeks. Notice that it is the assortment of veggies and type of crackers that make this platter pretty.
Food52

Bacon Butternut Arancini With Pumpkin Seed Pesto Dip
Crunchy balls of gooey cheese! Make Risotto for dinner one night and then use the leftovers for these. Sounds divine!
How Sweet Eats 

Stylish Stoppers
Get spooky or seasonal at home with these fun and fabulous stoppers. They make a big impact when grouped together as shown. Not hostessing, but attending a Fall soiree? Bring one as your host gift.
MacKenzie-Childs 

The Pumpkin Spiked Latte
Forget Starbucks. Make your own with a kick for less!
Inspired By This

Goat Cheese Stuffed Dates With Pomegranate Molasses & Smoked Sea Salt
A chic choice for an Autumn appetizer. This recipe covers all of the tastes - sweet, salty, pungent, and sharp. Interesting!
Kale & Caramel

Grape Tuxedo Bites Three Ways
Chocolate Toffee, White Chocolate Almond, and Caramel Peanut Grapes. Not a sour grape in the bunch!  I think that these are too fun. And even for cocktails, it is nice to have a little something sweet in the mix.
Food Network

Ropa Vieja Turkey Tostadas
Inspired by a Cuban dish that uses shredded beef. This dish is a bit lighter as it is made with a turkey breast. It's all topped off with chimichurri, which adds the color! West Elm has a good black platter HERE
Front + Main

Cidertini
These get high marks for cute factor. And try to say that name three times fast.
Elle Decor

Glam Glassware
Craft your cocktails this Fall and Winter, and serve them in FFerone Glasses. Aren't they just wonderful?
Alchemy Fine Home

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