Washington, D.C. - January 21, 2009

Hummus Song

Cava Mezze Take-Home Specialty Foods

The stress of putting on a dinner party has led more than a few hosts to nip from the cooking sherry.

So don’t be surprised if the next time you invite friends over, you turn to the fridge and emerge clutching the Cava.

Not the Spanish sparkling wine: Cava Mezze, a new line of specialty foods courtesy of the cult Rockville-area Greek restaurant.

Shelve any ideas of homemade hummus with one taste of the garlicky dip or smear some jalapeno-infused feta on figs for a sweet and spicy starter. Packed with basil, the white bean salad tastes like a summer day.

All are sure to take your feast to the next level.

So put a cork in those worries.

Available at Roots Market, 16800 Georgia Avenue, Olney (301-774-1344 or rootsmkt.com); Whole Foods Market, 1440 P Street NW (202-332-4300 or wholefoodsmarket.com). For more information, go to potomacfinefoods.com.