13 Classy Snacks for the Oscars

The Oscars are about two things: movies and parties. All right, and outfits. And endless award speeches. And, of course, snacks -- and classy ones at that.

If you're attempting to stick it out for the full 4 hours, you're going to need snacks to keep up your energy. If you're watching the trailer for Gravity, you're going to need snacks to diffuse the tension (and probably a paper bag for when you hyperventilate). If you start to feel drowsy during the Best Sound Mixing category, you're definitely going to need snacks.

Christian Bale's combover may win Best Actor, but you're winning best Snack-tor. So invite your friends, roll out the (figurative) red carpet, and make sure to invest in some champagne -- this calls for a toast.

Cheese Sables with Rosemary Salt by Anna May

Toasted Goat Cheese Crostini with Basil and Red Onion Jam by Merrill Stubbs

Paprika-Scented Manchego Chorizo Puffs by Half-Buzzed Hostess

Persimmon Bruschetta by Aliwaks

Party Pretzel Bites by fiveandspice

Brandade de Morue by ChefJune

Pub Gougères with Anchovy and Cayenne by withinseason

Roasted Radishes with Almond Salsa Verde by EmilyC

Serrano Ham and Manchego Croquetas with Pimentòn Aioli by Sonali aka The Foodie Physician

Little Mushroom Pinwheels by inpatskitchen

Baked Feta with Rosemary Blackberry Compote by Oops! Were you gonna eat that?

Squash Butter Crostini with Blue Cheese, Celery, and Bacon by Callie Canlas

Chicken Liver Spread (née Pâté) by Nicholas

Smoked Salmon on Mustard-Chive and Dill Butter Toasts by Kukla

Smoky Fried Chickpeas by Aliwaks