Celebrate the Holiday Season with some Thai Party Food!

This simple Thai version of calamari is crisp and delicious - especially when dipped in my special Thai coconut dip. This dish makes a great appetizer or fun party finger food. As this recipe will demonstrate, fried calamari needn't be as difficult as it sounds - simply cut the squid into rings, dip the rings in a simple flour mixture, and fry. Mmmm.... easy and delicious!

Try this recipe for crispy fried tofu you can enjoy as a finger food! Excellent dipped in Sweet Thai Chili Sauce, which is available at most large grocery store chains these days. A great choice for vegetarians!

These Thai glazed cashews are a tantalizing combination of sweet, salty and spicy, making them an excellent beer nut or snack food. Perfect for the holiday season, these glazed nuts can be made in a matter of minutes and served alongside your party platters. Great with beer and cocktails, but also delicious sprinkled over salads or desserts (excellent on ice cream!). Or fill a pretty jar with these glazed nuts and give them away as a gift to the Thai food lover on your list. ENJOY!

This delicious Thai treat makes a great party appetizer. Golden Purses are a classic Thai snack or appetizer with shrimp or crab meat as the main ingredient (roasted chicken or turkey can also be substituted). It's a Thai recipe that's easy to make, and can be put together ahead of time if you're planning on having company. ENJOY!

This Thai-fusion mango salsa recipe is so easy, it takes just minutes to prepare. Simply toss the ingredients in your food processor, or chop and combine by hand. Either way, this simple salsa tastes divine! Use it as a dip for cooked prawns (makes a great party dish), or tortilla chips. Included are instructions on how to buy and cut a mango. ENJOY!

This egg roll recipe is crunchy-munchy delicious and super-easy to make! The egg roll filling is made up of lots of crisp vegetables plus a little egg, making this recipe a great choice for vegetarian Thai food fans (vegan instructions also included). Get your friends or family to help with rolling them up - it's fun to do. But even if you're making them solo, you'll find these egg rolls quick and easy to make. Excellent as an appetizer or as part of a complete meal - just pair with a Thai salad or noodle dish. ENJOY!

If you like spicy, you'll love these hot red chili peppers! This fun recipe starts with an assortment of chili peppers which are anywhere from 2 - 4 inches long. Experiment with jalapeño, red peppers, or banana peppers (these are especially hot). Or, if you prefer a milder dish, look for small sweet peppers (these come in assorted colors). Stuffed with shrimp or chicken meat plus Thai herbs, these peppers are then dipped in a simple batter and fried. Superb for an appetizer, or enjoy them with a Thai salad for a complete meal! As a bonus, the peppers can be stuffed ahead of time, then quickly fried when your guests arrive.

These wonderful mock oysters make any party a hit. Though they do take a little time to prepare, the results are well worth it! Give them a try!

Looking for a tropical cocktail recipe for your party or get-together? Try this Thai Mango Passion Cocktail. It's very easy to make, but will make you look like a pro! A perfect summer drink that looks and tastes like summer sunshine. Serve this Thai mango cocktail with some Thai finger foods and really spice things up. Cheers!