Save Celebrate the New Year in style with these elegant champagne pairings, featuring a selection of appetizers and small bites perfectly matched to sparkling wine.
This selection was a hit at our last New Years Eve party, creating a festive and delicious atmosphere for all guests.
Ingredients
- Seafood & Meats: 200 g smoked salmon 100 g prosciutto 12 cooked cocktail shrimp, peeled
- Cheeses & Dairy: 150 g brie cheese, sliced 150 g goat cheese, softened 100 g grated parmesan
- Fruits & Vegetables: 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced 1 ripe pear, sliced 1 bunch seedless red grapes 12 cherry tomatoes
- Breads & Crackers: 1 French baguette, sliced 24 assorted crackers
- Nuts & Condiments: 50 g roasted almonds 50 g walnuts 2 tbsp honey 2 tbsp fig jam Fresh chives, chopped Fresh dill, for garnish Freshly ground black pepper
- Optional Pairing Additions: 30 g caviar 12 mini blini pancakes
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Arrange the smoked salmon on cucumber slices& top with a dab of goat cheese and dill.
- Step 2:
- Lay brie slices on baguette rounds& drizzle with honey and sprinkle with walnuts.
- Step 3:
- Top crackers with pear slices and goat cheese& add a touch of black pepper.
- Step 4:
- Wrap prosciutto around grapes or breadsticks for a savory-sweet bite.
- Step 5:
- Place cocktail shrimp atop mini blini with a dot of fig jam and chives.
- Step 6:
- Serve parmesan shavings with cherry tomatoes and roasted almonds.
- Step 7:
- Arrange all components on a large platter, garnishing with fresh herbs.
- Step 8:
- Chill champagne well and serve alongside these bites for a perfect pairing.
Save This recipe created wonderful family moments, where everyone enjoyed tasting and toasting the new year together.
Allergen Information
Contains Milk (cheese), Fish (salmon, caviar, shrimp), Tree nuts (almonds, walnuts), Gluten (baguette, crackers, blini). Some crackers may contain sesame or soy. Always check labels for hidden allergens.
Required Tools
Large serving platter Sharp knife Small bowls for nuts and condiments Champagne flutes
Nutritional Information
Calories: 230 Total Fat: 11 g Carbohydrates: 21 g Protein: 9 g per serving
Save These champagne pairings ensure a stylish and delicious start to your celebration.
Recipe FAQ
- → What ingredients pair best with champagne?
Smoked salmon, brie, goat cheese, nuts, and fresh fruits like pears and grapes complement champagne’s crispness beautifully.
- → How should I serve the pairings for a party?
Arrange the various bites on a large platter, garnish with fresh herbs, and chill champagne well for an elegant presentation.
- → Are there vegetarian options included?
Yes, omit seafood and meats and add marinated artichokes or roasted peppers for a vegetarian-friendly platter.
- → Which types of champagne work best with these pairings?
Brut or Extra Brut champagnes offer classic matches, while Rosé brings fruitier flavor notes that enhance the bite selection.
- → What tools do I need to prepare these pairings?
A large serving platter, sharp knife, small bowls for nuts and condiments, and champagne flutes are recommended.
- → Are there any allergy considerations?
The pairings contain milk, fish, tree nuts, and gluten. Some crackers may also have sesame or soy, so check labels carefully.