Bringing the era of bootleggers, bold flappers, and smooth jazz to life with a 1920s themed party? The glamour and allure of that thrilling period in history encourages guests to dress up and cut loose, so it’s perfect for your next swanky dinner event. Before you invite your friends down to the speakeasy, you’ll want to prep some tasty hors d’oeuvres for them to nibble. Give your guests an experience straight from the pages of The Great Gatsby with our seven favorite Roaring Twenties appetizers—they’re as simple to make as they are delicious!

Baked Brie Puff Pastry Bites

Made with store-bought puff pastry sheets and filled with gooey jam, these fluffy pastry bites will have guests begging for more. They’re deceptively easy to make, and you can even swap in a variety of fillings to suit every palate.

Go to Recipe: Baked Brie Puff Pastry Bites

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Capone’s Caprese Canapés

One of the most notorious figures of the 1920s, crime boss and bootlegger Al Capone was known for throwing lavish parties at his favorite speakeasies. Your guests will feel like they’ve stumbled into one of Capone’s soirees when you serve up these scrumptious-yet-simple canapés!

Go to Recipe: Capone's Caprese Canapés

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Gatsby Goat Cheese & Onion Canapés

Enchanted by the dazzling world of The Great Gatsby? These sublime starters have all the charm of Jay Gatsby and none of the drama. Caramelizing the onions brings out their sweetness to provide a perfect complement to the creamy goat cheese.

Go to Recipe: Gatsby Goat Cheese & Onion Canapés

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Cucumber & Herb Cream Cheese Canapés

More canapés? Yes, please! A delicate blend of flavors elevates these appetizers to the level of luxury you expect at a Roaring Twenties dinner party. Use cucumbers as your base for a lighter snack, or choose crostini instead for a crunchy treat.

Go to Recipe: Cucumber & Herb Cream Cheese Canapés

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Mushroom Caps

A classic for a reason, these stuffed mushroom caps are packed with savory goodness. They are also a convenient and versatile party snack: You can create the filling up to 24 hours in advance and store it in the refrigerator to streamline party prep, and you can swap out the bacon for chopped spinach or sun-dried tomatoes so vegetarian guests don’t miss out!

Go to Recipe: Mushroom Caps

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Roaring Twenties Roast Beef Canapés

Quick and easy to assemble, these canapés bring together zesty horseradish with thin-sliced roast beef, a classic combination that’s sure to please. Buy horseradish cream pre-made at the store, or whip up your own with freshly grated horseradish root for maximum zing. Either way, the guests at your Prohibition-era party will clear the platter!

Go to Recipe: Roaring Twenties Roast Beef Canapés

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Smoked Salmon Canapés

Your Jazz Age gathering won’t be complete without these smoky snacks, which bring a touch of elegance with their thoughtful arrangement of ingredients. Switch up the flavor by using mini rye toasts instead of crostini.

Go to Recipe: Smoked Salmon Canapés

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Jazz up your next soirée!

Ready to charm your favorite flappers and dapper gents with a glamorous Gatsby-style party? Start your evening off right with the classic appetizer recipes above and level up the speakeasy vibe with some Prohibition-era cocktails to sip in between small bites. Play some lively jazz in the background, and all that’s missing is entertainment—that’s where StoryPop comes in.

Truly bring the elegance and excitement of the Roaring Twenties to life with StoryPop’s immersive murder mystery game, The Silver Swallow Club. By day, The Silver Swallow Club is a respectable place for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts to gather. When night falls, the club transforms into a popular speakeasy where the moonshine flows and inhibitions are left behind. It’s the hottest joint in New York City—and the perfect setting for a vicious murder.

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