Gold-medal worthy snacks for your Olympics party

Moscow Mule 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. <a href="http://www.foxnews.com/recipe/moscow-mule">Recipe: Moscow Mule</a> (Chef Marisol Murano)

Grilled Cheese Sandwiches 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)

Pavlova with Lemon Curd and Berries 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)

Shrimp in Escabeche 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)

Tropical Fish and Chips 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)

Mini Welsh Rarebit with Roasted Pepper Chutney 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)

Red, White & Blueberry Trifle 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)