In Bite Size, the acclaimed chef and author of Simply Sensational Desserts presents a collection of sophisticated recipes for finger food and cocktail party fare--accessible to cooks of all levels. François Payard serves up 100 of his favorite recipes for appetizers, canapés, and light bites, plus a wealth of helpful hints and tips on how to host a cocktail party. Divided into hot and cold dishes, here are innovative recipes for meat, fish, vegetable, and cheese hors d'oeuvres, all spectacular and all using simple, easy-to-find ingredients. Guests are sure to be impressed when they nibble such treats as: Hazelnut-Crusted Scallops with Pear PuréeDuck and Almond PastillasSweet Corn Madeleines with Caviar and Crème FraicheWith Payard's simple and easy-to-follow instructions, these show-stopping dishes are a cinch to prepare!