Countdown to the Next Year: The Festive Spread.

When it is about hosting parties, guests tend to separate into a couple of quite distinct groups: the ones that love doing it, and people that would prefer to do almost another thing. Getting organized ahead of time is crucial, and choosing a few delicious recipes to start the proceedings will entertain your visitors while you aim to hold everything together.

Spicy Almonds with Fennel, Lemon & Paprika

Zesty almond snack

These tangy, spicy snacks make for a excellent match for the bright pink grapefruit mocktails detailed below.

Buckwheat Blinis with Ricotta and Salmon

Elegant starter with blinis

A delicious festive first course that can easily be altered to present with a fruity garnish for children.

Refreshing Grapefruit Mocktails with Cardamom & Lime

Citrusy non-alcoholic drink

These drinks are a zesty alternative to booze, but also make a wonderful ingredient for a tequila-based drink.

Lemon-Infused Juniper Martinis

Homemade martini cocktail

Handcrafted spirit for a unique celebration drink, perfect for gifting or serving at events.

Slow-Cooked Shredded Lamb Shoulder with Red Onion Sumac Salad

Succulent lamb dish

Bask in the glory of this stunning feast – no one will for a moment realize how little effort was needed.

Festive Chocolate Cranberry Tart

Rich chocolate cranberry tart

In this indulgent finale, pockets of spiced cranberry sauce are cooked into a chocolate frangipane for a combination that puts any surfeit of cranberries to good use.

Dominique Beck
Dominique Beck

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