Dionne Baldwin

Dionne Baldwin

Appetizer Fanatic

Trying new things makes an ordinary day more exciting, don't you think? I have a lot of fun trying unordinary recipes and using new ingredients out of curiosity. I'm also resourceful and creative with what I have. Before food blogging, I enjoyed thirteen years in the coffee industry. The comfort of spending time with friends and family over coffee and fresh baked goodies stuck with me so I started to cook and bake a little differently. It wasn't just about the food itself anymore, although I've enjoyed some very memorable recipes. Feel free to connect with me and introduce yourself! I'd love to hear about your favorite food memory.

Dionne's Recent Posts

Garlic Butter Puff Pastry Pinwheels

Garlic Butter Puff Pastry Pinwheels

Dionne Baldwin
Dionne Baldwin
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Butter
A crisp version of garlic bread, or at least that’s how I refer to garlic butter puff pastry pinwheels. They come together fast and are a delicious savory treat!
Spelt Bread

Spelt Bread

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Dionne Baldwin
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Whole Grain
Spelt Bread is made from an ancient form of wheat. It’s lighter and sweeter, and it may just be your new favorite toasting bread!
Quesadilla Burgers Recipe

Quesadilla Burgers Recipe

Dionne Baldwin
Dionne Baldwin
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Burgers
Quesadilla Burgers may just be your new favorite easy dinner. They’ll please a crowd too!
Pizza Chips

Pizza Chips

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Dionne Baldwin
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Pizza
Pizza Chips are your new favorite party food, we just know it. Totally easy, and totally delish.
Buffalo Chicken Celery Sticks

Buffalo Chicken Celery Sticks

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Dionne Baldwin
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Spicy
Buffalo chicken celery sticks take celery to a whole new level! It’s sure to jazz up plain celery for sure and put a smile on every Buffalo chicken lover’s face.
Pan Fried Chickpeas

Pan Fried Chickpeas

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Dionne Baldwin
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Chickpeas
Pan Fried Chickpeas are so quick and easy to make for a last minute appetizer, you can always keep a can or two around just in case! They’re a total crowd pleaser.
Garlic Ginger Chicken Wings

Garlic Ginger Chicken Wings

Dionne Baldwin
Dionne Baldwin
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Chicken Wings
Garlic Ginger Chicken Wings combine some fantastic flavors and make a party classic something new. We’re ready for game day, how ‘bout you?!
Pepperoni Pizza Monkey Bread

Pepperoni Pizza Monkey Bread

Dionne Baldwin
Dionne Baldwin
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Pizza
Pepperoni Pizza Monkey Bread, it’s officially a party! Even if you’re having a casual family get together. Your pizza loving friends will go nuts for this monkey bread!
Garlic Butter Breadsticks

Garlic Butter Breadsticks

Dionne Baldwin
Dionne Baldwin
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Bread
Soft Garlic Butter Breadsticks brushed with garlic butter are such a savory treat. You and your guests will love them!
Sweet Chili Chicken Eggrolls

Sweet Chili Chicken Eggrolls

Dionne Baldwin
Dionne Baldwin
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Asian
Sweet Chili Chicken Eggrolls are made with just a few simple ingredients and are a delicious way to wow your guests! The sweet and spicy chili sauce adds a fun flavor you’re all going to love.
BBQ Meatballs

BBQ Meatballs

Dionne Baldwin
Dionne Baldwin
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Ground Beef
For an appetizer you can’t get enough of, these BBQ Meatballs are really going to hit the spot! Easy to make a quick to prepare, you’re not far away from this savory treat.
Sloppy Joe Sliders

Sloppy Joe Sliders

Dionne Baldwin
Dionne Baldwin
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Ground Beef
The appetizer version of a savory favorite, sloppy joe sliders are here to kick your party up a notch! Your guests will love these mini messy burgers.
Tapas Platter

Tapas Platter

Dionne Baldwin
Dionne Baldwin
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No Cook
A tapas platter is a very simple appetizer taking almost no prep time but seems to be a very popular way to mingle and wait for the main course. Use seasonal fruits and vegetables to create your own tapas platters for you and your guests to enjoy!
Caramelized Onion Eggplant Dip

Caramelized Onion Eggplant Dip

Dionne Baldwin
Dionne Baldwin
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Eggplant
Caramelized Onion Eggplant Dip is the ideal addition to any potluck or picnic! Serve warm or make ahead and spread on crackers or crostini and your guests will love it.
Melted Cheese Crackers

Melted Cheese Crackers

Dionne Baldwin
Dionne Baldwin
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Broiled
Melted Cheese Crackers seem like a no-brainer, but they’re the appetizer you never considered. They go great with dips, and are excellent on their own too.
Spicy Bean Dip

Spicy Bean Dip

Dionne Baldwin
Dionne Baldwin
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Beans
Spicy bean dip will be a huge hit at your next party! Whip up some homemade tortilla chips too, and you are set!
Homemade Tortilla Chips

Homemade Tortilla Chips

Dionne Baldwin
Dionne Baldwin
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Chips
Homemade tortilla chips are totally worth the effort. Bring on the salsa!
Spicy Roasted Nuts

Spicy Roasted Nuts

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Dionne Baldwin
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Nuts
Spicy roasted nuts are fantastic for entertaining. You can make them in advance, and serve them up with a crisp glass of wine.
Nacho Chicken Dip

Nacho Chicken Dip

Dionne Baldwin
Dionne Baldwin
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Dips
Nacho chicken dip is an out of this world dip you and your guests will love so much, you’ll want to eat it with a spoon! Or at the very least chips that resemble the end of a spoon for easy scooping.
Cheese Twists

Cheese Twists

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Dionne Baldwin
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Game Day Grub
Cheese twists are crispy, crunchy, addicting homemade crackers your party guests will love. You better make a double batch.
Upside Down Tomato Basil Tartlets

Upside Down Tomato Basil Tartlets

Dionne Baldwin
Dionne Baldwin
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Tomatoes
Upside down mini tomato basil tartlets are elegant enough for any dinner party, but they could just be dinner too. We dare you to eat just one!
Sautéed Garlic Shrimp with Homemade Cocktail Sauce

Sautéed Garlic Shrimp with Homemade Cocktail Sauce

Dionne Baldwin
Dionne Baldwin
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Appetizers
Sautéed garlic shrimp with homemade cocktail sauce make an elegant appetizer to pass around at parties, but they easily work at a potluck or baseball-watching party too. Don’t skip the homemade sauce!