"Italian appetizers pair naturally with Italian wines like Prosecco, Pinot Grigio, or Chianti. For non-alcoholic options, consider sparkling water with lemon or Italian sodas. I've found that simple Italian cocktails work well, like a Hugo Spritz or Limoncello Spritz. In my opinion, the classic Aperol Spritz or Negroni can overwhelm the food: but you can also make these if you are a fan of these drinks!"
"For parties, an easy way to plan is to have an antipasto platter or cheese board as the centerpiece, supplemented by 2 to 3 smaller appetizers. This approach looks impressive while keeping your prep time manageable. Consider your main course when selecting starters. If you're serving a heavy pasta dinner, lighter appetizers like Caprese salad or marinated vegetables work well. For simpler mains, you can go more substantial with stuffed mushrooms or flatbread pizzas."
Balance textures by pairing creamy elements like whipped ricotta or baked goat cheese with crusty crostini or focaccia, and add marinated vegetables or a fresh Caprese salad for brightness. Prepare make-ahead items such as caponata, marinated olives, and marinated mushrooms a day ahead so flavors meld. Serve quality crusty bread with bruschetta, olive spread, or a cheese board; homemade focaccia or a good artisan loaf are suitable. Pair appetizers with Italian wines like Prosecco, Pinot Grigio, or Chianti, or non-alcoholic sparkling water with lemon or Italian sodas. Build spreads around an antipasto or cheese board plus two to three smaller appetizers and consider the main course when selecting starters.
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