Final Hours to the New Year: Your New Year's Eve Spread.

When it comes to throwing parties, individuals usually divide into two quite separate categories: the ones that enjoy the process, and the ones that would rather to do almost something else. Being organized ahead of time is essential, and finding a few scrumptious recipes to begin the evening will entertain your visitors while you work to manage everything.

Spicy Almonds with Fennel, Lemon & Paprika

Zesty almond snack

These citrusy, flavorful bites prove to be a ideal pairing for the vibrant pink grapefruit mocktails featured further down.

Buckwheat Blinis with Ricotta and Salmon

Delicious starter with blinis

A delicious festive starter that can readily be modified to serve with a different topping for the kids.

Pink Grapefruit, Cardamom and Lime Mocktails

Vibrant non-alcoholic drink

These drinks are a zesty alternative to booze, but additionally create a tasty ingredient for a tequila-based cocktail.

Lemon-Infused Juniper Martinis

Classic martini cocktail

Handcrafted gin for a particularly festive holiday martini, perfect for giving as a present or pouring at events.

Tender Lamb with a Zingy Sumac and Onion Salad

Tender lamb dish

Enjoy the admiration of this stunning feast – your guests will for a moment suspect how little preparation was needed.

Festive Chocolate Cranberry Tart

Rich chocolate cranberry tart

In this indulgent dessert, pockets of spiced cranberry jam are baked into a chocolate base for a flavor pairing that puts any extra of cranberries to delicious effect.

Janet Jackson
Janet Jackson

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