Chatelaine

This addictive snack takes just minutes to make and will have your guests coming back for repeat tastings.

We infused classic French onion dip with umami flavours for a modern take.

Cooked frozen shrimp is a great time saver when preparing for a party.

Say hello to shiny, bouncy curls. 

Why food sticks and how to avoid it when cooking with stainless steel pots and pans.

Canned cranberry sauce adds just the right amount of sweetness to these savoury meatballs.

Instructions Get more easy, make-ahead holiday appetizer recipes .

Bringing back the cheese ball (it never should have gone out of style). Coated with crunchy walnuts and fresh parsley, it's the perfect appetizer.

Easily spreadable, serve this mushroom-lentil spread with crostini & crackers. Toss some tomatoes and olives onto a plate for a pretty charcuterie board.

For the real deal, look for cheese wedges that have embossed rinds.

They might even bloom again next December.

Fondue is one of winter’s most exciting dishes (who doesn’t love a creamy melted cheese dip?). But before you go the traditional route, think about adding a few elegant extras; we upped the ante with spinach and artichoke hearts, and it pairs perfectly with artisanal breads, sweet peppers, sliced apples and pears.