Cold Hors d’Oeuvres

Prerequisites

Before studying this chapter, you should already

• Understand the professional recipe format outlined in “How to Use This Book,”.
• Be proficient in preparing the cold meats, cold seafood, cold vegetables, and complex salads that are components of many hors d’oeuvres.

Hors d’oeuvres are miniature works of art. Each piece of a skillfully made hors d’oeuvre creation is strikingly designed, beautifully garnished, and full of flavor. Cocktail parties and receptions at which hors d’oeuvres are served are among the most important events for any garde manger staff. Whether the party is large or small, the skills and knowledge necessary to present delicious and memorable hors d’oeuvres remain the same. This chapter gives you a basic foundation in this important facet of garde manger work.