The best parties are given by hostesses who actually enjoy their own food, drink and fun. Easy but flavorful appetizers almost guarantee a group of well-fed and happily entertained guests. Impress them with finger food so delectable, they won't be able to keep their fingers out of it. Best part, you get to mingle and munch, too.

Springtime begins the excitement of shaking off the winter cold and celebrating the rebirth of warm weather. Garden parties, bridal and baby showers, and cocktails on the veranda call for elegant but easy to prepare appetizers – no hostess should be slaving in the kitchen when the beautiful blooms and sunshine beckon. You can scrumptiously impress your guests with the following canapés. Serve them with white and red wines or fruit Sangria punch. If you are hip on the concept of beer being the new wine, then by all means partner these appetizing appetizers with a pale ale garnished with twists of lime.

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