Emily Caruso

Hi, there! My name is Emily and I’m the photographer, cook and rambler behind the blog Jelly Toast. Aside from compulsively taking photos of everything I eat and drinking way too much coffee, I also spend my days being a joke teller, snack maker and giver-of-hugs to my two little kiddos. Full disclosure: I’m not so great at the jokes but I can cook up some pretty mean snacks.

Whether it’s an after-preschool pick-me-up, a big family BBQ or a ‘Girls’ Night’ cocktail party, I simply love making snacks. Let’s be honest, I love eating snacks even more. I could not watch my Top Chef marathon without a hummus and veggie platter or spicy popcorn. A dinner party would not be complete without some sort of crudité or canapé. Snacks and appetizers are like the ice breaker of food. I’ve made many-a-friend around a lovely cheeseboard. What can I say? Antipasto makes me down right chatty.

Here on FoodFanatic, I will share with you all of my favorite appetizer and snack recipes - from kid friendly to cocktail party and everything in between. Welcome to my cheeseboard!

by Emily Caruso

Harissa Goat Cheese Deviled Eggs adds goat cheese for creaminess and harissa for a little kick. An appetizer you’ll fall in love with!

by Emily Caruso

Baked Goat Cheese with Harissa is the spicy dish you’ll make again and again. Serve it at a party or just because!

by Emily Caruso

Baked goat cheese with harissa you’re going to want to dive right into. Serve this up at your next dinner party, we know it’ll be a huge hit!

by Emily Caruso

Homemade Chai Concentrate Recipe is just what you need for your chai concoction. No need to buy it at the store anymore!

by Emily Caruso

Spiked Chai Latte has all the spices and warmth you crave during the cold months. Kick it up with a little bourbon!

by Emily Caruso

The Silpat Perfect Pretzel Baking Sheet will ensure you have perfect pretzels, every time! Top them with chocolate, cheese, salt or seeds – it doesn’t matter, because clean up is a breeze!

by Emily Caruso

Garlic Herb Baked Pretzels aren’t difficult to make at all. You’ll make them again and again!

by Emily Caruso

Herbed deviled eggs make your celebration even more special. This is party food, friends.

by Emily Caruso

Mini Reuben Toasts are a quintessential appetizer for St. Patrick’s Day. Your friends will love them.

by Emily Caruso

Oven Fried Pickles just made game day all the more spicy. Don’t forget the sriracha ketchup!