Spago at the Bellagio, Las Vegas

Spago at the Bellagio, Las Vegas

Spago has a front row seat at the Bellagio Hotel overlooking the Bellagio Fountains. Sometimes we have been lucky enough to sit outside, listen to the Fountain music and feel the mist; and other times not so lucky!

Asparagus Salsa Soup

Asparagus Salsa Soup

This quick and flavourful soup has been a long-time family favourite. Don’t let the color throw you off! The salsa you use will determine the intensity of the heat in the soup. Mild salsa for a gentler palate and medium/hot for others.

Burrata with Slow Roasted Tomatoes

Burrata with Slow Roasted Tomatoes

Burrata and Fresh Mozzarella appear the same until you slice into it. Burrata’s centre is filled with fresh cream and curds, whereas Mozzarella’s interior is the same as the exterior.

Layered Mediterranean Dip

Layered Mediterranean Dip

Flavours of the Middle East, Greece and Italy come together in this incredible dip. Start and layer with Hummus, Tzatziki, and Bruschetta.

Crab and Artichoke Dip

Crab and Artichoke Dip

Scoops of rich tomato sauce and creamy cream cheese with crab and marinated artichokes elevate this dip to company standards. Easy to make and very, very good.

Halloumi Cheese with Lemon

Halloumi Cheese with Lemon

I’ve been making this appetizer for years. It’s really good before a Greek meal or as part of the Maze platter.

Saganaki – Greek Fried Cheese

Saganaki – Greek Fried Cheese

Saganaki îs a perfect hot weather snack. It can be any number of small dishes prepared in a small frying pan, but most common is fried cheese, served with a spritz of lemon. It’s also flambeed after being fried in many Greek restaurants for a 

Roasted Red Pepper Hummus

Roasted Red Pepper Hummus

Roasted Red Pepper Hummus is incredibly easy to make, regardless of whether you roast the peppers yourself or use purchased ones. This dip is smoky and creamy. It can be served as part of a Greek Meze platter with pitas, Tzatziki, Bruschetta, Saganaki, Halloumi Cheese 

Crab Melts

Crab Melts

This retro appetizer is a fun throwback to the 70’s! It’s versatile enough that you can amp up the spices or not……….add more veggies……….or not, change up the cheese……….or not. Crab Melts, AKA: Crabbie’s, Crab Bites or Crab Canape’s are a South Carolina Lowcountry staple; 

Buffalo Chicken Meatballs

Buffalo Chicken Meatballs

Super easy, these tasty little bites are great for game day. Serve with Jalapeño Crema, Pico de Gallo, Guacamole and Tortilla Chips for a Southwestern approach; or with the standard Blue Cheese Dip and veggies or wrapped in lettuce cups. Delicious any way you choose