April 2014

Pâtétaining:
Spring Freshness with Bold Flavors & Colors

Spring is here – time to head outside for meals and parties! When family and friends gather to enjoy the sunshine, flavorful snacks and a festive spring style are musts.

Spring is here – time to head outside for meals and parties! When family and friends gather to enjoy the sunshine, flavorful snacks and a festive spring style are musts.

Alexian pâtés make it easy to put together a gorgeous outdoor spread and presentation. Pâtés have an earthy color that's a perfect match for the bright buds of spring. Serving pâté with bright, fresh produce and presenting them alongside daisies, tulips or carnations creates a cheerful scene that matches the renewing energy of the season.

Bell Peppers & Pate
Bell peppers come in a variety of bright colors (red,yellow, green, orange) and offer a juicy crunch that perfectly contrasts with smooth pate. Slice bell peppers into bite-size pieces and serve them with hearty pates like Campagne and Chicken Ballontine.

Fresh Berries & Pate
Raspberries, blueberries, strawberries and blackberries have unique flavors and bright, cheerful colors. Their classic sweetness contrasts to savory pate in every way! Serve berries and use tart raspberries to cleanse the pallet after eating our Chicken Liver Mousse.

Spring Pate Sandwiches
For a savory yet refreshing spring sandwich, try spreading some Grand Marnier pate on some crusty French baguette, then top with a slice of tomato and chopped cucumber. For extra creamy flavor, add avocado puree! Don't forget the mustard for some extra kick!

Lemonade, Pate & Pita Chips
Lemonade is the perfect spring drink; bright, crisp, refreshing, sweet and sour all at the same time. Arrange pita chips on a serving tray with a few different pates in the center. Spread the smooth pate on the crunchy pita chips for a great contrast in texture. Lemonade perfectly compliments this snack with a refreshing, palate-cleansing jolt.

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