Slip on your bell bottoms and mood ring and say hello to the groovy 1970’s, an era marked by the Vietnam War, women’s liberation, the release of Star Wars, and the resignation of President Nixon. Holiday parties during the 1970’s may have been lit by lava lamp with a soundtrack fueled by The Jackson 5 […]
Appetizers
Welcome to “Holiday Appetizers Through the Decades,” a special series celebrating over 75 years and 9 decades of Yankee Magazine holidays and tasty party appetizers! Each post spotlights a new decade with a classic cover, seasonal advice from the pages of Yankee, and one special party-pleasing holiday appetizer recipe for you to try. With the […]
A look back at some of our favorite vintage and retro holiday appetizers from eight decades of Yankee Magazine.
Fresh Tomato & Strawberry Salsa
Marinated Mozzarella Balls
Some appetizers are a toothpick above the rest — popular year-round and easy to prepare. Marinated mozzarella balls fall into this category, and will be a surefire hit at your next party or gathering. The pre-packaged balls of mozzarella, containers of cherry tomatoes, and parsley for garnish are easy to grab at the supermarket (look […]
White Bean & Walnut Dip
Peach and Hot-Pepper Salsa
Recipe: Roasted Vegetable Salsa
Roasting, a quick and easy process, amplifies the natural sweetness in vegetables and takes salsa to new levels. Dry heat at high temperatures draws water out of the vegetables and concentrates the natural sugars for robust, full-bodied flavors. For even roasting, cut the vegetables to about the same size — the smaller the cut, the […]
8 Easy Appetizers for the Holidays
Here are eight easy appetizer recipes for your elegant, delicious entertaining this holiday season. Celebrate the season with more recipes from Annie B. Copps. RECIPES