Italian dinner party food

Recipe and photos By Cody Owens I’m a big fan of foods that seem fancy but in reality are pretty simple. A well-executed French omelet, crab legs, tartines, a cheese board, mussels in white wine sauce . . . you get the idea. At least for me, eating these kinds of foods brings with it a certain level of, “Wow! Look at me! I’m so fancy!” but also the realization that just about anyone can make them with a little practice. This Tomato Confit and Whipped Feta recipe definitely checks all those…

This tomato and burrata appetizer is delicious and flexible. Adjust the ingredients to your needs—make as much or as little as required.

This Italian feast menu features spaghetti and meatballs, garlic bread, Caesar salad, bruschetta, an antipasto platter, and pizzelle.

This Arugula Salad with Parmesan cheese and a simple homemade lemon dressing is healthy, fresh, and delicious. This versatile salad is easy to customize and goes well with almost any dinner entree.

Fresh figs are in peak season right now and if you're a fig lover it's time to take advantage of them as summer winds down. I'm sharing my two favorite ways to showcase them in

Tiny skewers of fresh mozzarella, tomatoes and basil. A great appetizer for summer entertaining. This recipe makes 32 skewers, enough for 9-12 people, assuming 3-4 skewers per person.

Hosting an Italian dinner is a nice way to bring friends and family together. Learn how to plan the perfect Italian dinner.

Slices of grilled eggplant are flavored with olive oil, garlic, fresh basil, and parsley in this easy summer side dish full of delicious Italian flavors.

Get your gourmet groove on without the kitchen stress.

Hosting an Italian Dinner Party is fun! Italian food is my favorite! #foodie #partyideas #dinnerparty