Final Hours to the Next Year: The Festive Feast.
When it comes to organizing gatherings, people often separate into a couple of very different camps: people that love it, and the ones that would choose to do almost something else. Being prepared early is key, and selecting a few scrumptious dishes to start the proceedings will delight your visitors while you work to hold everything together.
Spicy Almonds with Fennel, Lemon & Paprika
These citrusy, spiced nibbles are a perfect companion for the refreshing pink grapefruit mocktails listed below.
Savory Blinis Topped with Salmon and Ricotta
A scrumptious celebration appetizer that can conveniently be modified to offer with a fruity topping for the kids.
Cardamom-Lime Grapefruit Mocktails
These drinks are a refreshing substitute to booze, but also serve as a delicious base for a tequila-based beverage.
Juniper and Lemon Martinis
Handcrafted gin for a unique celebration cocktail, perfect for sharing or offering at events.
Slow-Cooked Shredded Lamb Shoulder with Red Onion Sumac Salad
Bask in the admiration of this stunning spread – no one will for a moment guess how modest effort was involved.
Festive Chocolate Cranberry Tart
In this indulgent sweet treat, pockets of aromatic cranberry compote are nestled into a dark chocolate filling for a flavor pairing that puts any surfeit of berries to excellent effect.