Call them mezze, tapas, or antipasti. They are small bites to be savored in the afternoon over wine & cheese with friends, as a light meal, or as a prelude to a festa, Mezzetta's collection of Mediterranean delicacies let you entertain in this classic European tradition.
Plates
Antipasto Varietá
It couldn't be easier. We've created some suggestions for three different sizes of antipasto platters: Small (feeds 2-4), Medium (feeds 4-6) and Large (feeds 6-8). We've also included some ideas for pairing your favorite cocktails with Mezzetta - to enjoy in and alongside your drinks.
As a general rule, plan on serving a minimum of three Mezetta olive varieties and antipasto provisions with a variety of cheeses, nuts, fruits, and bread or crackers. You can go up or down on the quantities depending on whether your antipasto will be followed by a full meal, or if it's the main event Choose zesty Mezzatta pickled vegetables for a delicious flavor contrast. It's so simple to create a beautiful platter that everyone will love. These tasty plates are perfect for a romantic alfresco dinner, backyard barbeque, Friday night cocktails, or terrific tailgate party. Mangia!
For downloadable Antipasto Ideas, click here.
- Small Plate
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- Mezzetta Marinated Cracked Deli Olives
- Napa Valley Bistro Mediterranean Antipasto
- Giardinera Antipasto
- Accompaniments
- Aged Asiago cheese
- Crisp pears, thinly sliced
- Raw almonds
- Rustic Italian crackers
- Medium Plate
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- Napa Valley Bistro Olive Medley
- Feta Stuffed Olives
- Mediterranean Nicoise Olives
- Mezzetta Artichoke Hearts
- Mezzetta Roasted Red Bell Peppers
- Mezzetta Peperoncini
- Accompaniments
- Cucumber, thinly sliced
- Melon, cut into bite-size wedges
- Prosciutto, thinly sliced
- Gorgonzola cheese
- Parmigiano Reggiano
- Foccacia, cut into 2” squares
- Pistachio nuts
- Large Plate
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- Napa Valley Bistro Olive Medley
- Mezzetta Niçoise Olives
- Mezzetta Blue Cheese Stuffed Olives
- Mezzetta Giardiniera Antipasto
- Mezzetta Artichoke Hearts
- Mezzetta Roasted Red Bell Peppers (sliced into strips)
- Mezzetta Sweet or Hot Banana Wax Peppers
- Accompaniments
- Prosciutto, thinly sliced
- Olive tapenade
- Fresh figs, halved
- Grilled zucchini or eggplant slices
- Fresh table grapes
- Italian breadsticks
- Herbed goat cheese
- Aged white cheddar
- Candied walnuts
- Rustic Italian crostini
- Margarita Party Plate
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- Napa Valley Bistro Southwestern Olives
- Olives with Fresh Garlic and Jalapeños
- Mexican style Hot Chile Peppers
- Mexi Mix Vegetables
- California Habañero Hot Sauce
- Accompaniments
- Fresh Guacamole
- Tortilla Chips
- Red & Green Salsas
- Chile con Queso
- Cumin-roasted almonds
- Fresh Lime Juice Margaritas
- Martini Party Plate
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- Mezzetta Martini Olives
- Mezzetta Cocktail Onions
- Spanish Colossal Queen Olives with Pimento
- Napa Valley Bistro Almond Stuffed Olives
- Garlic Stuffed Olives
- Blue Cheese Stuffed Olives
- Roasted Red Bell Peppers
- Mezzetta Sun-Ripened Dried Tomatoes in Olive Oil
- Accompaniments
- Assortment of soft-ripened cheeses
- Water crackers
- Parmesan Crisps
- Grissini (long, thin bread sticks)
- Thinly sliced pears and apples
- Lemon twists
- Cocktail Picks
- Garnish-Your-Own Very Very Dry Martinis
- Bloody Mary Party Plate
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- Almond Stuffed Olives
- Mezzetta Marinated Hot Okra
- Mezzetta Dilled Brussels Sprouts
- Mezzetta California Vegetables
- Mezzetta Gourmet Baby Corn
- Accompaniments
- Smoked Salmon with Dilled Crème Fraiche on Blinis
- Bagel Chips with Herbed Olive Cream Cheese
- Frittata with Roasted Red Peppers and Sun-Dried Tomatoes
- Ricotta Cheese & Meyer Lemon Blintzes
- Mezzetta Cream Style Horseradish
- Mezzetta California Hot Sauce