You're Invited for Drinks and Appetizers

Prosecco Spritzers

Fruity and fun, a great way to get the party started!

Snobby Margaritas

Now we're really getting going. After all, it's tequila!

Or maybe you'd prefer a Cosmopolitan?

This Lemon Drop is sweet and sour all at once. Maybe that's your speed?

We can't do all that drinking without some great snacks. Let's start with Mini Rice Croquettes with Miso Wasabi Sauce.

Some Peppery Crackers to nibble?

Here comes the Tapenade. You'll love it with the crackers.

The Red Pepper Spread goes great with the bread or the crackers.

Perhaps my favorite: Seitan Satay with Tamarind BBQ Sauce.

How about a colorful, garlicky finish with Brushetta?

Why stop there? Have some Bagna Cauda.

All these recipes are testers for Urban Vegan's upcoming cookbook, The Urban Vegan: 250 Street Smart, Animal Free Recipes.

Hope you enjoyed the party and we'll have to do it again soon.

In the meantime, don't forget our recipe contest for Hezbollah Tofu! I know that red is annoying, but hopefully it will get your attention. Grab a copy of a Bourdain recipe, veganize it, and shoot it our way for a chance to win a free vegan cookbook from the Veganetsy team! Send your entries to heztofu@yahoo.com by the end of January.