You could argue a good party relies on good company—but we think it's all about the food.
Photo: Craig Boyko
What’s a party without food on sticks? Juicy chicken thighs are bold-but-not-too-spicy and taste great dunked in yogurt-based raita. Get the recipe: Indian-Spiced Chicken Sticks
Photo: Roberto CarusoAll the flavours you love in a tidy little package. These bites always make a wicked party. Get the recipe: Caesar Salad Devilled Eggs
Photo: Roberto CarusoThese bite-sized buds are so perfectly cheesy and delicious, there’s no reason to reserve them only for special occasions. Get the recipe: Broccoli Cheddar Tots
Photo: Roberto Caruso“Oh, you made these?!” They’ll exclaim, mouths full. Yep, you did. And you know what, it was easy. Crumbled tofu, grated veg, herbs and some Asian sauces, you know what’s up. Get the recipe: Sesame Tofu Cakes
Photo: Craig BoykoYeah, you could buy these in the freezer aisle, or you could choose your own adventure, enlist the kids’ help and create a potsticker assembly line. Get the recipe: Leek and Shrimp Potstickers
Onigiri, pronounced oh-knee-gee (hard g)-ree, is a Japanese dish of stuffed rice that’s wrapped in nori (seaweed). In this case, these’s some mayo-tossed, cooked, smoked fish tucked inside—a true flavour bomb. Get the recipe: Onigiri
Photo: Craig BoykoCaprese staples basil and bocconcini ditch upgrade from cherry tomato to a new friend: turkey meatball! The trio tastes great swiped through marinara. Get the recipe: Italian Meatball Bites
Photo: Roberto CarusoOh, you don’t know about potachos? Thinly sliced potatoes take the place of tortilla chips in this hearty nacho-style dish. Get the recipe: Potatchos
Photo: Craig BoykoUse store-bought butter chicken sauce for these because you’re, like, really busy getting prepped for a kid-friendly partay. Get the recipe: Butter Chicken Satays
Photo: Jim NortonThese little potatoes look like a big deal, but they’re easy-peasy. Get the recipe: Baby Potato Bites
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Amy is a freelance writer and editor based in Toronto, Ontario. Her work can also be found in publications like Chatelaine, Toronto Life and The Globe and Mail.