Celebration to the Next Year: The Festive Menu.

When it involves throwing parties, guests often split into a couple of very different camps: those who love doing it, and the ones that would rather to do almost something else. Being ready ahead of time is essential, and selecting a few scrumptious recipes to begin the proceedings will delight your attendees while you work to hold everything together.

Fennel, Lemon and Smoked Paprika Almonds

Zesty almond snack

These citrusy, spicy snacks make for a excellent companion for the vibrant pink grapefruit mocktails detailed below.

Buckwheat Blinis with Ricotta and Salmon

Festive starter with blinis

A scrumptious holiday first course that can readily be altered to present with a fruity garnish for the kids.

Cardamom-Lime Grapefruit Mocktails

Vibrant non-alcoholic drink

These concoctions are a refreshing alternative to booze, but also make a tasty mixer for a tequila-based drink.

Lemon-Infused Juniper Martinis

Classic martini cocktail

Handcrafted spirit for a special celebration martini, perfect for gifting or pouring at gatherings.

Slow-Cooked Shredded Lamb Shoulder with Red Onion Sumac Salad

Succulent lamb dish

Bask in the praise of this show-stopping centerpiece – no one will ever suspect how minimal preparation was required.

Festive Chocolate Cranberry Tart

Festive chocolate cranberry tart

In this rich dessert, swirls of aromatic cranberry sauce are nestled into a dark chocolate frangipane for a combination that uses any surfeit of holiday fruit to excellent use.

Amy Ortiz
Amy Ortiz

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