Finger Foods

Finger foods, as the name suggests, are meant to be enjoyed without the help of any cutlery. For much of mankind’s history, and in some cultures to this day, food has been eaten without utensils. In many cases, finger foods are thought of as small snacks, served as hors d’oeuvres, appetizers, or something to share rather than a main meal. Commonly two- or three-bite items that are crispy or dry on the outside, most finger foods can easily be held between the thumb and two fingers and can be enjoyed cleanly. Technically, sandwiches also fall under this category, but they generally represent a whole meal and are therefore not considered finger foods. Classical finger food examples are Chicken Flautas from Mexico, French Fries, Vietnamese or Chinese Crispy Spring Rolls, and fried Plantain Fritters from Puerto Rico.