There’s nothing better than ringing in 2026 with a little variety. We’ve rounded up a collection of delicious small-plate recipes to keep you and your guests satisfied as you count down to midnight.
Let’s Do Small Plates: A Collection of Appetizers
Cocoa Protein Muffins
Try this protein-packed chocolate muffin to keep you fueled and full. Make them with almond flour and your choice of protein powder.
Blue Cheese Fritters
Game day is back, and nothing goes better with kickoff than something crispy, cheesy, and made to share. These golden-brown blue cheese fritters are the ultimate crowd-pleaser fluffy on the inside, crunchy on the outside, and packed with bold flavor.
Refreshingly Simple: Watermelon Chia Parfait
A deliciously hydrating twist on the classic chia pudding, this Watermelon Chia Parfait is an ideal breakfast or snack when those summer days call for something light yet satisfying. With just a handful of wholesome ingredients like fresh watermelon, chia
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Cherry on Top! A Compilation of Oryana’s Favorite Cherry Recipes
You can’t talk about Traverse City without talking about cherries. It’s in our DNA, our pies, our orchards, even our parades. While cherry season isn’t until late summer, the National Cherry Festival just around the corner! We figured it was
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Grilled Pineapple with Tequila-Brown Sugar: Recipe from Oryana Owner Bob Aicher
Sweet. Simple. Sizzling with co-op love. There’s something about summer up north that calls for gathering around the grill. Whether you’re lakeside, backyard-bound, it’s the season for keeping things fresh, flavorful, and fun. Oryana owner Bob Aicher shared one of
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Salsa Four Ways
Get ready to spice up your salsa knowledge with a vibrant collection of simple, quick, and easy salsa recipes that showcase the versatility of salsa (just in time for Cinco de Mayo).
The Ultimate Cheese Madness Recipe Playbook
The cheeses are set for Oryana’s 2025 Cheese Madness Bracket, and the competition heats up on March 15th! Join us at Oryana West on March 8th to sample all sixteen cheeses and fill out your bracket with your top picks. Starting March 15th,
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Savory Ewephoria & Herb Roasted Potato Tart
This tart makes a great appetizer or a light lunch with a side salad. The sweet nuttiness of the Ewephoria Sheep Gouda pairs beautifully with the buttery crust and herb-roasted potatoes! Ingredients: 1 sheet of puff pastry, thawed 2 medium
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Baked Fontal with Hot Honey
Baked Fontal with Hot Honey Ingredients: 8 ounces (225g) Cello Rubbed Fontal Tuscan cheese 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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