500 Appetizers is crammed with 500 mouthwatering recipes, accompanied by full-color phtography and clear and easy-to-use directions. Filled with tips on how to select the right ingredients and then how to make and present the dishes for absolutely perfect results; this truly is the only appetizer compendium you'll ever need. An introductory section covers all preparation and cooking essentials: techniques, equipment, ingredients, conversions and troubleshooting Appetizers for every occasion - from elegant canapes to pair with cocktails and wine, to fun pizza bits for kids' parties; sophisticated starters to serve before dinner; and healthy, low-fat and low sugar snacks. Packed with fresh ideas for serving and preparing crudites, crostinis, skewers, and sweets.