Countdown to the New Year: Your Holiday Menu.

When it is about hosting celebrations, guests often separate into a pair of quite separate groups: those who love doing it, and those who would rather to do practically something else. Getting prepared in advance is essential, and choosing a few tasty dishes to start the proceedings will entertain your attendees while you try to manage everything.

Spicy Almonds with Fennel, Lemon & Paprika

Zesty almond snack

These tangy, spicy nibbles prove to be a excellent companion for the refreshing pink grapefruit mocktails featured next.

Salmon & Ricotta on Buckwheat Blinis

Delicious starter with blinis

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

Pink Grapefruit, Cardamom and Lime Mocktails

Colorful non-alcoholic drink

These concoctions are a invigorating option to alcohol, but furthermore make a tasty mixer for a tequila-based cocktail.

Festive Martinis with Juniper & Lemon

Sophisticated martini cocktail

Homemade gin for a unique festive cocktail, great for sharing or pouring at gatherings.

Slow-Cooked Shredded Lamb Shoulder with Red Onion Sumac Salad

Tender lamb dish

Bask in the glory of this show-stopping feast – your guests will ever realize how modest work was required.

Spiced Cranberry and Chocolate Tart

Festive chocolate cranberry tart

In this decadent sweet treat, pockets of aromatic cranberry sauce are nestled into a chocolate frangipane for a flavor pairing that makes any surfeit of holiday fruit to good purpose.

Robert Mathis
Robert Mathis

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