Look at these 11 vegan starter ideas for your next dinner party for inspiration on what you'd like to serve your guests.

Researchers from Drexel University gave two separate bruschetta dishes - one good and one mediocre - to 64 people. This was followed by a main dish of pasta with garlic and oil.

ON A RECENT Tuesday, I whipped up Thai larb for dinner. The pork was spicy and a little crunchy. Topped with cilantro, served with lettuce wrappers, it was both visually appealing and delectable.

A successful dinner party is one of the greatest achievements the home chef can claim. Sure, entertaining can be stressful, but don't let that stop you.