Celebration to the New Year: The Holiday Feast.

When it is about hosting parties, guests often divide into a couple of rather different camps: the ones that adore it, and people that would rather to do almost anything else. Staying prepared ahead of time is crucial, and finding a few scrumptious dishes to kick off the evening will amuse your attendees while you try to manage everything.

Fennel, Lemon and Smoked Paprika Almonds

Spicy almond snack

These tangy, flavorful bites are a ideal companion for the vibrant pink grapefruit mocktails featured next.

Savory Blinis Topped with Salmon and Ricotta

Festive starter with blinis

A scrumptious celebration starter that can easily be altered to present with a different garnish for the kids.

Pink Grapefruit, Cardamom and Lime Mocktails

Colorful non-alcoholic drink

These beverages are a invigorating alternative to spirits, but also serve as a delicious mixer for a gin-based drink.

Festive Martinis with Juniper & Lemon

Classic martini cocktail

Home-infused gin for a special festive martini, great for giving as a present or serving at gatherings.

Tender Lamb with a Zingy Sumac and Onion Salad

Succulent lamb dish

Bask in the praise of this stunning feast – no one will ever guess how minimal work was involved.

Spiced Cranberry and Chocolate Tart

Decadent chocolate cranberry tart

In this rich finale, swirls of aromatic cranberry jam are baked into a chocolaty filling for a duo that makes any surfeit of holiday fruit to good purpose.

Mary Drake
Mary Drake

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