French appetizers & snacks recipes costing more than $3 per serving

Duck Leg Confit

This is a very simple dish to make it's just takes a long time to do it ! But what you end up with is well worth the time and it will keep for…

Herb Pistou

A different take on pesto, though why herbs need to be blanched is beyond me

Gourmet Liver Paté

Not your ordinary chopped liver! This finds a special place on our Christmas table.

Scallops in Scallion Nests

This is an attractive, flavorful dish, ideal as the first course for an elegant dinner. The scallions, which are cooked briefly in boiling water and…

Smoked Salmon and Asparagus Risotto

Perfect for a romantic dinner for two.

Crab Meat Broussard

Dark Chocolate Tarts

I served these tiny tarts at the wedding I catered for my friends Patrizia and Ed. (Full menu here). They were a real hit - rich and creamy and just…