Wednesday, April 23, 2014

Serving Baklava At Social Events

By Essie Osborn


For many, planning a social event means organizing something that will not only impress guests but will be the talk for days to come. Anyone left to plan an event may choose to do so with decor or they may go out of their way in terms of what is being served. Baklava is one dessert that is not only tasty but it has unique qualities.

This dessert originates from Greece though there are many recipes that are claimed by other countries, including the United States. Inside are a variety of nuts, and maybe dried fruits layered between phyllo dough sheets covered in butter and honey or syrup. Once baked, this crunchy goodness stands on its own as being a dessert that is hard to put down. It may also be served at casual gatherings.

Although anyone can go online to find a recipe, many bakeries in large cities make this onsite in a number of flavors that include walnut, date, or pistachio. Some of these will deliver to residences and businesses that are out of the area. Many version of this treat also contain flavorful spices like cinnamon and vanilla. Finally, honey and syrup give it its sticky texture and extra sweet flavor.

When it comes to entertaining guests, there are appetizers that can be revived to turn heads and open palettes. Though meatballs are not new, a number of recipes have come out in recent that are unique as well as easy to make. There are meat varieties that may be used as a change from pork or beef products that have been used in classic recipes.

Not long ago, turkey meatballs topped with teriyaki sauce and pineapple chunks were popular at parties. However, there is a Greek recipe that complements this type of dessert and is easy to make. With the use of herbs and spices such as cilantro, jalapeno, and mint mixed into the ground meat mixture. While many of these recipes use lamb or veal, something low in fat like turkey will do also.

Another appetizer that is a hit at parties is stuffed figs wrapped in fried bacon or prosciutto. If a person wants to add a little adventure to the table, these are a definite conversation piece. Or take the leftover phyllo dough to make spinach and cheese turnovers. The good thing is that these are easy to make as well as economical.

When planning a social event, sometimes it may be hard to tell whether to play it safe or go for the jugular. Though many like a little excitement, having a mix of those things traditional and those out of the norm may satisfy both worlds. By learning what guests are accustomed to, it can make it easy to inventory what to mix in, such as a traditional dessert. Of course, quality should always be top priority.

However, most people will be there to enjoy themselves, as everything at the serving table should be fun and flavorful. Although it is near impossible to please everyone, anything with a nice arrangement should be enough to pique the curiosity of the hungry guest. These are just some of the things to think about when planning a social event.




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1 comment:

  1. I have read every single line of your blog and here you have told the importance of serving baklava with pistachios at any party. We know at present all the people how much love this baklava. I have also taken this baklava from Dubai. And believe me the taste is just wonderful.

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