Italian canapes

Follow this step-by-step guide to make the perfect crostini every time! The little toasts are great as an appetizer and the topping possibilities are truly endless.

Antipasti, meaning ‘before the meal’ is intended to stimulate the appetite. Traditional antipasti platters include cured meats, preserved vegetables, cheese and of course, a crusty bread like ciabatta or focaccia. This is my best kind of antipasti – Candied tomato bruschetta with creamy ricotta and the slight tang goat's cheese. So easy yet completely delicious.

Arancini, the crispy-on-the-outside and cheesy-on-the-inside fried rice ball, is the ultimate cocktail hour snack. Get Michael Symon's recipe from Food & Wine,

London’s vibrant Flat Iron Square in SE1 is home to a clutch of independent restaurants, food trucks, artisan bakers and bars – including Lupins, whose small plates have given big pleasure to lots of people. Their flavour-packed starter is dead easy to make at home. For more starters with a Mediterranean spin, browse our Italian starter recipes collection.

A classic Arancini recipe for an Italian favorite. It makes for a great starter for dinner or appetizer at a party. Vegetarian risotto balls filled with mozzarella, breaded and fried. Served with warmed marinara.

These tomato and mozzarella bites with fresh basil and a balsamic dip are a great way to serve Italian caprese salad as a fun party appetizer!

This collection of 46 unique Italian appetizers features savory meatballs, simple salads, and crowd-pleasing skewers that are perfect for your Italian feast!

17 Delicious Italian Appetizer Recipes. Choose from these 17 Delicious Italian appetizer recipes. The perfect food to start a meal or party. Which appetizer is your favorite?