Balsamic Roasted Grape & Feta Thyme Whip Crostini
We asked our friends at Côte Catering to craft the perfect canapé for a refined wedding or sophisticated event, and they responded with a bite-sized masterpiece: the Balsamic Roasted Grape and Feta Thyme Whip Crostini. Marrying the rich sweetness of oven-roasted grapes with the savoury tang of whipped feta and fragrant thyme, this beautifully balanced hors d’oeuvre is as visually elegant as it is irresistibly moreish. A harmonious blend of texture and flavour, it’s the kind of detail that elevates any gathering from memorable to unforgettable.
Ingredients
For the Garlic Crostini
– 1 French bread stick
– Olive oil
– 1 garlic clove, halved
For the Roasted Grapes
– 2 red grapes per crostini
– A splash of balsamic vinegar
– A drizzle of olive oil
For the Thyme & Feta Whip
– 400g feta
– 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
For Assembly
– Runny honey
– Fresh thyme sprigs for garnish
Makes 20 – 30
Method
Prepare the Garlic Crostini: Preheat your oven to 350°F (180 °C). Slice the French bread stick into rounds and arrange on a baking tray. Lightly brush both sides with olive oil and bake for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through. Once golden and crispy, rub each slice with the halved garlic clove while it is still warm.
Make the Thyme & Feta Whip: In a food processor, blend half of the feta until smooth. Add the remaining feta and thyme leaves, mixing until creamy. Transfer to a piping bag (or use a ziplock bag or a spoon).
Roast the Grapes: Preheat your oven, if necessary. Place the grapes on a baking tray, drizzle with olive oil, and add a splash of balsamic vinegar. Roast for 10-12 minutes until soft but plump.
Assemble: Pipe or spoon the thyme and feta whip onto each garlic crostini. Top with two roasted grapes, drizzle with honey, and garnish with fresh thyme.
Recipe and more visit Côte Catering and @cotenewzealand
Photos by Sophie Bayly for Together Journal
