Get the party started right with these Christmas Appetizers!


Hi Reader,

You're doing great.

There's so much happening this time of year, that sometimes we forget to think about ourselves. You might be buying gifts, planning a dinner, or activities for the kids, or trying your best to be your best.

I wanted to tell you that you're doing great. You really are.

Please be sure to take a little time for yourself; time to do what makes you happy and relaxed.

One Good Thing

I've been encouraging contributions to ShareTheMeal (operated by the World Food Programme) since 2017. Since then, I believe we've managed to provide over 5,000 meals to families in need. Please consider donating if you are able to do so.

Christmas Appetizers

Appetizers are the unsung heroes of the dinner table. They warm everyone up for the big show, but they're also delicious in their own right.

​Puff Pastry Christmas Tree​

This fun pull-apart appetizer is made filled with spinach and cheese!

​Baked Brie with Honey & Pistachios​

This sweeter Baked Brie is perfect with crackers or even vegetables. It's one of my most popular Christmas recipes!

​Baked Brie with Garlic & Thyme​

A savory baked brie that's perfect by itself or as an appetizer.

Ahh! Okay, that's all for now. I have so many Christmas movies left to watch!

One more email from me (with a few dessert ideas), and then it's Christmas!

Best,

Riz

Chocolates & Chai

SOMETHING SWEET FOR SOMEONE SWEET

Canadian Butter Tarts

Butter tarts are actually not a big part of Christmas in Canada, but I wish they were!

They're such sweet little treats you'd think we'd take advantage of every occasion to eat them!

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