{"id":17288,"date":"2015-07-19T06:29:12","date_gmt":"2015-07-19T10:29:12","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/?p=17288"},"modified":"2015-07-07T22:29:34","modified_gmt":"2015-07-08T02:29:34","slug":"crowd-winning-cocktail-hour-appetizers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wedding-reception\/crowd-winning-cocktail-hour-appetizers","title":{"rendered":"Crowd-Winning Cocktail Hour Appetizers"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>While brides spend hours perseverating over details pertaining to stationary, favors and invitation fonts, it&#8217;s the food that your guests will truly remember when the sun sets on your wedding day. And the food memories start the second after you say &#8220;I do&#8221; \u2014 at cocktail hour.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s easy to get overwhelmed when choosing what you&#8217;ll serve for passed hors d&#8217;oeuvres. After all, you need to have variety and vegetarian options, while ensuring the fare is widely liked, bite size, finger friendly and relatively easy to eat. Perhaps the most important piece of advice we can offer when selecting your nosh is to turn to what you as a couple truly enjoy. Do you love BBQ? What about Mexican? If you&#8217;re more casual, down-home eaters, then steer clear of frou-frou foie gras or pickled quail eggs. Also, look to your wedding theme for inspiration. If you plan to tie the knot in brisk November, a chilled gazpacho shooter is amiss. Think hot meatballs, warm soup shots, etc.<\/p>\n<p>Here are numerous nibbles that are sure to be a home run during your cocktail hour \u2014 some classics, some modern twists, all a hit.<\/p>\n<p>CAPRESE SKEWERS<\/p>\n<div class=\"imageContainer\">\n<div class=\"Image Module\">\n<div class=\"heightContainer\">\n<figure style=\"width: 551px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/208502657721641928\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"pinImage\" src=\"https:\/\/s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com\/736x\/9a\/9e\/83\/9a9e83bfd159a68b02723d5b73085d27.jpg\" alt=\"wedding+appetizers | Appetizers for a party - The best wedding passed appetizers ...\" width=\"551\" height=\"367\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"pinImage\" src=\"https:\/\/s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com\/736x\/9a\/9e\/83\/9a9e83bfd159a68b02723d5b73085d27.jpg\" alt=\"wedding+appetizers | Appetizers for a party - The best wedding passed appetizers ...\" width=\"551\" height=\"367\" \/><\/noscript><\/a> Pinterest<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>CHICKEN SATAY W\/ PEANUT SAUCE<\/p>\n<div class=\"imageContainer\">\n<div class=\"Image Module\">\n<div class=\"heightContainer\">\n<figure style=\"width: 550px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/12807180163859229\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"pinImage\" src=\"https:\/\/s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com\/736x\/67\/e0\/2f\/67e02f648e5d5762e3bdc59e4dd2704b.jpg\" alt=\"Appetizers for a party - The best wedding passed appetizers - Thrillist Nation\" width=\"550\" height=\"373\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"pinImage\" src=\"https:\/\/s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com\/736x\/67\/e0\/2f\/67e02f648e5d5762e3bdc59e4dd2704b.jpg\" alt=\"Appetizers for a party - The best wedding passed appetizers - Thrillist Nation\" width=\"550\" height=\"373\" \/><\/noscript><\/a> Pinterest<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>MEATBALLS<\/p>\n<div class=\"imageContainer\">\n<div class=\"Image Module\">\n<div class=\"heightContainer\">\n<figure style=\"width: 550px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/321092648407400431\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"pinImage\" src=\"https:\/\/s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com\/736x\/d4\/5b\/e1\/d45be1b444bd7c1519bd0c22f473c794.jpg\" alt=\"55 Savory Fall Wedding Appetizers | HappyWedd.com\" width=\"550\" height=\"824\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"pinImage\" src=\"https:\/\/s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com\/736x\/d4\/5b\/e1\/d45be1b444bd7c1519bd0c22f473c794.jpg\" alt=\"55 Savory Fall Wedding Appetizers | HappyWedd.com\" width=\"550\" height=\"824\" \/><\/noscript><\/a> Pinterest<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>SHRIMP COCKTAIL<\/p>\n<div class=\"imageContainer\">\n<div class=\"Image Module\">\n<div class=\"heightContainer\">\n<figure style=\"width: 550px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/382806037046294523\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"pinImage\" src=\"https:\/\/s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com\/736x\/ed\/d2\/cc\/edd2cc68d34ae1150ca839b1a588a8ed.jpg\" alt=\"mini shrimp cocktail - Wedding Ideas, Wedding Trends, and Wedding Galleries\" width=\"550\" height=\"681\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"pinImage\" src=\"https:\/\/s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com\/736x\/ed\/d2\/cc\/edd2cc68d34ae1150ca839b1a588a8ed.jpg\" alt=\"mini shrimp cocktail - Wedding Ideas, Wedding Trends, and Wedding Galleries\" width=\"550\" height=\"681\" \/><\/noscript><\/a> Pinterest<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>BRUSCHETTA<\/p>\n<div class=\"imageContainer\">\n<div class=\"Image Module\">\n<div class=\"heightContainer\">\n<figure style=\"width: 550px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/480759328942536076\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"pinImage\" src=\"https:\/\/s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com\/736x\/75\/53\/9d\/75539db5a49fecdb77f7fb27c6a64adb.jpg\" alt=\"Bruschetta topped with feta cheese and pesto. A simple and classic appetiser for a cocktail menu. This inspired me, as I love to eat bruschetta as an entree dish.\" width=\"550\" height=\"825\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"pinImage\" src=\"https:\/\/s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com\/736x\/75\/53\/9d\/75539db5a49fecdb77f7fb27c6a64adb.jpg\" alt=\"Bruschetta topped with feta cheese and pesto. A simple and classic appetiser for a cocktail menu. This inspired me, as I love to eat bruschetta as an entree dish.\" width=\"550\" height=\"825\" \/><\/noscript><\/a> Pinterest<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>TACOS, POR FAVOR<\/p>\n<div class=\"imageContainer\">\n<div class=\"Image Module\">\n<div class=\"heightContainer\">\n<figure style=\"width: 550px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/403705554074457684\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"pinImage\" src=\"https:\/\/s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com\/736x\/9e\/01\/19\/9e0119364adf1db644c57e72b5a06930.jpg\" alt=\"LATE NIGHT SNACK - 2nd Choice  I love the idea of little tacos but if we go with picnic-y foods like burgers fries and pizza I don't know if tacos will work.\" width=\"550\" height=\"825\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"pinImage\" src=\"https:\/\/s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com\/736x\/9e\/01\/19\/9e0119364adf1db644c57e72b5a06930.jpg\" alt=\"LATE NIGHT SNACK - 2nd Choice  I love the idea of little tacos but if we go with picnic-y foods like burgers fries and pizza I don't know if tacos will work.\" width=\"550\" height=\"825\" \/><\/noscript><\/a> Pinterest<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>MINI BACON CHEESEBURGERS<\/p>\n<div class=\"imageContainer\">\n<div class=\"Image Module\">\n<div class=\"heightContainer\">\n<figure style=\"width: 550px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/246853623297760307\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"pinImage\" src=\"https:\/\/s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com\/736x\/fe\/22\/e3\/fe22e39848b281082ee10098c94d9a0a.jpg\" alt=\"Burger Spears  Looking to beef up your cocktail-hour lineup? More elegant than a slider and neater than a full-size bacon  cheeseburger, this is a fun, easy-to-eat riff on America's most iconic menu choice.\" width=\"550\" height=\"813\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"pinImage\" src=\"https:\/\/s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com\/736x\/fe\/22\/e3\/fe22e39848b281082ee10098c94d9a0a.jpg\" alt=\"Burger Spears  Looking to beef up your cocktail-hour lineup? More elegant than a slider and neater than a full-size bacon  cheeseburger, this is a fun, easy-to-eat riff on America's most iconic menu choice.\" width=\"550\" height=\"813\" \/><\/noscript><\/a> Pinterest<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>SUSHI ROLLS<\/p>\n<div class=\"imageContainer\">\n<div class=\"Image Module\">\n<div class=\"heightContainer\">\n<figure style=\"width: 550px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/119626933826452757\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"pinImage\" src=\"https:\/\/s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com\/736x\/28\/21\/a2\/2821a2695f1391cfd18995b10df55658.jpg\" alt=\"Napkins are a must when serving these elaborate sushi rolls as wedding appetizers.\" width=\"550\" height=\"830\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"pinImage\" src=\"https:\/\/s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com\/736x\/28\/21\/a2\/2821a2695f1391cfd18995b10df55658.jpg\" alt=\"Napkins are a must when serving these elaborate sushi rolls as wedding appetizers.\" width=\"550\" height=\"830\" \/><\/noscript><\/a> Pinterest<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>WATERMELON, FETA &amp; MINT SKEWERS<\/p>\n<div class=\"imageContainer\">\n<div class=\"Image Module\">\n<div class=\"heightContainer\">\n<figure style=\"width: 551px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/161074124149910041\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"pinImage\" src=\"https:\/\/s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com\/736x\/f4\/a1\/bd\/f4a1bdfabf5afe3eb8e297f85555e25b.jpg\" alt=\"Watermelon Feta Mint Skewers #summer #appetizer #recipe\" width=\"551\" height=\"827\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"pinImage\" src=\"https:\/\/s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com\/736x\/f4\/a1\/bd\/f4a1bdfabf5afe3eb8e297f85555e25b.jpg\" alt=\"Watermelon Feta Mint Skewers #summer #appetizer #recipe\" width=\"551\" height=\"827\" \/><\/noscript><\/a> Pinterest<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>CHICKEN &amp; WAFFLES<\/p>\n<div class=\"imageContainer\">\n<div class=\"Image Module\">\n<div class=\"heightContainer\">\n<figure style=\"width: 549px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"pinImage\" src=\"https:\/\/s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com\/736x\/74\/46\/86\/744686d2044df995fc55fc9990b52954.jpg\" alt=\"Botanical Garden Style Brooklyn Wedding from Amaranth Photography - wedding catering idea\" width=\"549\" height=\"824\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"pinImage\" src=\"https:\/\/s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com\/736x\/74\/46\/86\/744686d2044df995fc55fc9990b52954.jpg\" alt=\"Botanical Garden Style Brooklyn Wedding from Amaranth Photography - wedding catering idea\" width=\"549\" height=\"824\" \/><\/noscript> Pinterest<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>OYSTER SHOOTERS<\/p>\n<div class=\"imageContainer\">\n<div class=\"Image Module\">\n<div class=\"heightContainer\">\n<figure style=\"width: 550px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/263742121902358508\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"pinImage\" src=\"https:\/\/s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com\/736x\/f5\/47\/e8\/f547e8ad75a039c7595e6c55625672fb.jpg\" alt=\"Delight your wedding guests with oysters on the half shell.\" width=\"550\" height=\"834\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"pinImage\" src=\"https:\/\/s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com\/736x\/f5\/47\/e8\/f547e8ad75a039c7595e6c55625672fb.jpg\" alt=\"Delight your wedding guests with oysters on the half shell.\" width=\"550\" height=\"834\" \/><\/noscript><\/a> Pinterest<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>POPCORN O&#8217; PLENTY<\/p>\n<div class=\"imageContainer\">\n<div class=\"Image Module\">\n<div class=\"heightContainer\">\n<figure style=\"width: 550px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/216876538276563265\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"pinImage\" src=\"https:\/\/s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com\/736x\/8e\/a0\/56\/8ea056517746714ae8e2dcc9bcf1bfdc.jpg\" alt=\"Popcorn bar... So cute!  -- easy, unique, and it's something your guests will LOVE.\" width=\"550\" height=\"561\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"pinImage\" src=\"https:\/\/s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com\/736x\/8e\/a0\/56\/8ea056517746714ae8e2dcc9bcf1bfdc.jpg\" alt=\"Popcorn bar... So cute!  -- easy, unique, and it's something your guests will LOVE.\" width=\"550\" height=\"561\" \/><\/noscript><\/a> Pinterest<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>CLASSIC GRILLED CHEESE &amp; TOMATO SOUP<\/p>\n<div class=\"imageContainer\">\n<div class=\"Image Module\">\n<div class=\"heightContainer\">\n<figure style=\"width: 551px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/262686590737815772\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"pinImage\" src=\"https:\/\/s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com\/736x\/50\/10\/3c\/50103c38bea58bcb580c6e12da2b094a.jpg\" alt=\"Eat This: 13 Itsy bitsy edibles  #winter #warmers #food www.dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com\" width=\"551\" height=\"367\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"pinImage\" src=\"https:\/\/s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com\/736x\/50\/10\/3c\/50103c38bea58bcb580c6e12da2b094a.jpg\" alt=\"Eat This: 13 Itsy bitsy edibles  #winter #warmers #food www.dropdeadgorgeousdaily.com\" width=\"551\" height=\"367\" \/><\/noscript><\/a> Pinterest<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h6 class=\"zemanta-related-title\" style=\"font-size: 1em;\">Related articles<\/h6>\n<ul class=\"zemanta-article-ul zemanta-article-ul-image\" style=\"margin: 0; padding: 0; overflow: hidden;\">\n<li class=\"zemanta-article-ul-li-image zemanta-article-ul-li\" style=\"padding: 0; background: none; list-style: none; display: block; float: left; vertical-align: top; text-align: left; width: 84px; font-size: 11px; margin: 2px 10px 10px 2px;\"><a style=\"box-shadow: 0px 0px 4px #999; padding: 2px; display: block; border-radius: 2px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wedding-reception\/french-hors-doeuvres-that-make-the-party-pop-with-flavor\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"padding: 0; margin: 0; border: 0; display: block; width: 80px; max-width: 100%;\" src=\"\/\/i.zemanta.com\/343355570_80_80.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"padding: 0; margin: 0; border: 0; display: block; width: 80px; max-width: 100%;\" src=\"\/\/i.zemanta.com\/343355570_80_80.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><a style=\"display: block; overflow: hidden; text-decoration: none; line-height: 12pt; height: 83px; padding: 5px 2px 0 2px; background-image: none;\" href=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wedding-reception\/french-hors-doeuvres-that-make-the-party-pop-with-flavor\" target=\"_blank\">French Hors d&#8217;oeuvres That Make the Party POP With Flavor<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"zemanta-article-ul-li-image zemanta-article-ul-li\" style=\"padding: 0; background: none; list-style: none; display: block; float: left; vertical-align: top; text-align: left; width: 84px; font-size: 11px; margin: 2px 10px 10px 2px;\"><a style=\"box-shadow: 0px 0px 4px #999; padding: 2px; display: block; border-radius: 2px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wedding-reception\/wedding-catering-and-food\/5-ways-to-serve-the-scrumptious-food-treats-at-your-wedding\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"padding: 0; margin: 0; border: 0; display: block; width: 80px; max-width: 100%;\" src=\"\/\/i.zemanta.com\/292805110_80_80.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"padding: 0; margin: 0; border: 0; display: block; width: 80px; max-width: 100%;\" src=\"\/\/i.zemanta.com\/292805110_80_80.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><a style=\"display: block; overflow: hidden; text-decoration: none; line-height: 12pt; height: 83px; padding: 5px 2px 0 2px; background-image: none;\" href=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wedding-reception\/wedding-catering-and-food\/5-ways-to-serve-the-scrumptious-food-treats-at-your-wedding\" target=\"_blank\">5 Ways To Serve The Scrumptious Food &amp; Treats At Your Wedding<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>While brides spend hours perseverating over details pertaining to stationary, favors and invitation fonts, it&#8217;s the food that your guests will truly remember when the sun sets on your wedding day. 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