Gold-medal worthy snacks for your Olympics party
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<b>Moscow Mule<br><br></b>This vodka-based drink is an easy-to-make throwback to the cocktails of yesterday. Make it for guests who don't want ale or cider.<br><br><a href="http://www.foxnews.com/recipe/moscow-mule">Recipe: Moscow Mule</a> (Chef Marisol Murano)
<b>Grilled Cheese</b> <b>Sandwiches</b> Place a slice of Kefalograviera (Greece), Kerrygold (Ireland), and Red Gouda (Holland) cheese on two slices of old country bread. Spread with a bit of butter and place on a hot pan or panini press until the cheese melts. Combine slices of Raclette (Switzerland), Organic Sharp Cheddar (Australia) and Asiago (Italy) on slices of focaccia (Italy) bread. Spread with a bit of butter and place on a hot pan or Panini press until the cheese melts. Combine Limburger (Germany), a unique aged soft cheese, with Pepper Jack Cheese (America), sprinkled with spicy peppers, on slices of Pullman bread. Spread with a bit of butter and place on a hot pan or panini press until the cheese melts. Zoitas says that she thinks this combination creates the ultimate grilled cheese. (Westside Market)
<b>Pavlova with Lemon Curd and Berries</b> This meringue-based dessert, which was named after Russian ballerina Anna Pavlova, is popular in Australia and New Zealand. <a href="http://www.foxnews.com/recipe/pavlova-lemon-curd-and-berries">Recipe: Pavlova with Lemon Curd and Berries</a> (Gourmet Easy Dinners)
<b>Shrimp in Escabeche<br><br></b>Make this Spanish dish ahead of time and serve chilled. Your guests will love the tender yet firm texture of the shrimp. <a href="http://www.foxnews.com/recipe/shrimp-escabeche">Recipe: Shrimp in Escabeche</a> ( Gourmet Easy Dinners)
<b>Tropical Fish and Chips</b> Your Olympic party may feel incomplete without fish and chips. Try this zesty take on the popular British meal, which replaces fries with plantain chips. <a href="http://www.foxnews.com/recipe/tropical-fish-and-chips">Recipe: Tropical Fish and Chips</a> (Chef Marisol Murano)
<b>Mini Welsh Rarebit with Roasted Pepper Chutney<br><br></b>Welsh rarebit (or rabbit) doesn't actually contain meal from the floppy-eared animal. These cheesy toast and pepper bites are a great addition to any party spread. <a href="http://www.foxnews.com/recipe/mini-welsh-rarebit-roasted-pepper-chutney">Recipe: Mini Welsh Rarebit with Roasted Pepper Chutney</a> ( Jorj Morgan)
<b>Red, White & Blueberry Trifle<br><br></b>This patriotic dessert from The Pampered Chef contains a winning combination of fresh berries, angel food cake and white chocolate pudding. <a href="http://www.foxnews.com/recipe/red-white-blueberry-trifle">Recipe: Red, White & Blueberry Trifle</a> (The Pampered Chef)