Celebration to the New Year: The Holiday Menu.

When it involves throwing parties, guests usually divide into a pair of very separate groups: the ones that enjoy the process, and those who would prefer to do virtually another thing. Getting ready ahead of time is crucial, and finding a few delicious dishes to kick off the proceedings will amuse your visitors while you try to keep the show on the road.

Fennel, Lemon and Smoked Paprika Almonds

Zesty almond snack

These citrusy, spicy snacks make for a perfect pairing for the refreshing pink grapefruit mocktails featured further down.

Salmon & Ricotta on Buckwheat Blinis

Elegant starter with blinis

A scrumptious festive first course that can readily be altered to serve with a sweet spread for children.

Cardamom-Lime Grapefruit Mocktails

Vibrant non-alcoholic drink

These drinks are a zesty substitute to alcohol, but furthermore make a tasty ingredient for a gin-based drink.

Lemon-Infused Juniper Martinis

Homemade martini cocktail

Home-infused gin for a particularly festive festive drink, ideal for gifting or pouring at parties.

Slow-Cooked Shredded Lamb Shoulder with Red Onion Sumac Salad

Succulent lamb dish

Revel in the glory of this show-stopping spread – everyone will for a moment realize how modest effort was needed.

Spiced Cranberry and Chocolate Tart

Decadent chocolate cranberry tart

In this decadent sweet treat, swirls of warmly spiced cranberry jam are cooked into a dark chocolate filling for a duo that uses any surfeit of holiday fruit to delicious purpose.

Charles Allen
Charles Allen

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