Meals For Special Occasions
SMOKIN’ HOT SMOKIES
This year, like every year, is filled with so many events and celebrations. Here’s a favorite dish that will make you the hit of the party ! Simple, easy to make, and delicious.
WEDDING MINTS
If there is a wedding being planned, it’s time for Mints. Yes, it means love and marriage and years of wedded bliss, too. But… mints! Consider yourself lucky when you walk into a bridal shower or wedding reception and are rewarded with those creamy, buttery-rich, melt-in-your-mouth confections.
These cream cheese candies go by many names and are often called wedding mints, graduation mints, old-fashioned cream cheese mints, baby shower mints, or simply homemade mints. (Obviously the name changes to fit the occasion, so feel free to come up with a name that fits yours.)
TOUCHDOWN CHEESEBALL
Tailgating isn’t just a pregame activity—it’s a sport of its own. You’ve got the grills firing, coolers packed, music blasting, and the smell of burgers and brats drifting through the lot. It’s where you warm up your cheering voice with laughter, high-fives, and maybe a friendly rivalry or two with fans from the other side.
It’s also the ultimate fan hangout. Friends and family pile in, set up camp, and share food and plenty of team spirit. The energy is electric, and everyone’s part of the same game-day family.
CHARCUTERIE BOARD
Whether you say charcuterie board, meat and cheese tray, or cheese board, traditional differences aside, what you call it and what you choose to put on it is up to you.
Charcuterie [shahr-KOO-tuhr-ee] traditionally refers to prepared meats like ham, bacon, sausage, and other pork products. However, modern charcuterie boards include other meats as well as foods like cheese, fruits, crackers, and spreads.
The goal of the charcuterie board is to create a nice contrast between various foods and make it appealing and appetizing so the people you’re feeding are happy.
DISHES TO CELEBRATE MARDI GRAS
Let the party begin! Even if you’re not visiting Louisiana for Mardi Gras, it’s still fun to cook like you’re in the French Quarter.
These three recipes–gumbo, cornbread, and a simple king cake–make an easy-to-prepare Mardi Gras menu.
SUPER BOWL FOOD
The last thing anybody wants on game day is to spend a ton of time in the kitchen. These three delicious recipes use only a handful of ingredients, take very little time to throw together, and assure you’ll be sitting in front of the TV with all your favorite people in plenty of time for the kickoff.
So put on your favorite jersey and lucky socks, play a game of commercial BINGO, and sing along with the halftime entertainment. The game’s about to begin, and the food is gonna score big.
THE BEST GAMEDAY MEATBALLS
These game-day tips will help you prepare for game-day guests and the saucy meatballs will leave your friends begging for more. Be prepared to share the recipe for these amazing cranberry meatballs!
CARAMEL APPLE PIZZA
Fall is here, and that means it’s apple season! 🍎 If you’re anything like me, you’re always looking for new ways to use up those fresh-picked apples. This Caramel Apple Pizza is one of my favorite go-to desserts when I want something easy, fun, and totally delicious. It’s got all the cozy flavors of fall—sweet apples, creamy filling, and gooey caramel—on top of a soft, chewy cookie crust. And the best part? It’s made with simple ingredients (many you probably already have at home).
BEST BUFFALO CHICKEN BOMBS
There’s a lot to love about these Buffalo Chicken Bombs: Easy to Make: Cut the prep work by using shortcut ingredients like ready-made rotisserie chicken (no cooking for you) and cream cheese spread (no softening a block). Full of Flavor: The combination of tender chicken, cool cream cheese, and spicy sauce is a match made in heaven. Always a Hit: Buffalo chicken is a party favorite, so you know your friends will love ’em!
This recipe checks every box for a perfect appetizer or game-day snack.
HOT CHICKEN LEGS FOR GAME DAY
JUST LOOK AT THOSE SPECTACULAR LEGS! Chicken legs, that is. And they taste even better than they look. We like to call them Hot Running Back Legs for the football reference, but you can just call them Hot Chicken Drumsticks.
EASY FRUIT PIZZA
This is a delicious way to celebrate the season. Whether you’re hosting a summer BBQ or just craving something sweet and refreshing, this recipe is sure to become a favorite. The creamy, citrusy, fresh fruit combination on a soft sugar cookie crust is simply irresistible
TURKEY FRIED RICE
What to do with leftover turkey? Check out the recipe below for turkey fried rice. It serves 4 but the recipe can be easily doubled
HOW TO CARVE A TURKEY LIKE A PRO
Carving a turkey doesn’t have to be scary. In fact, with the right tools and a little know-how, you can carve your Thanksgiving turkey like a pro. Whether it’s your first time or your fiftieth, this guide will walk you through the steps—and show you why Rada Cutlery is the best choice for the job.