Countdown to the New Year: The Festive Spread.
When it involves throwing gatherings, people often split into a pair of very distinct categories: the ones that love it, and people that would rather to do almost something else. Staying ready ahead of time is crucial, and choosing a few delicious dishes to kick off the proceedings will entertain your visitors while you try to keep the show on the road.
Spicy Almonds with Fennel, Lemon & Paprika
These zesty, flavorful bites prove to be a excellent match for the vibrant pink grapefruit mocktails featured further down.
Savory Blinis Topped with Salmon and Ricotta
A scrumptious celebration appetizer that can easily be modified to serve with a fruity garnish for the kids.
Cardamom-Lime Grapefruit Mocktails
These beverages are a zesty substitute to booze, but also create a delicious mixer for a tequila-based beverage.
Juniper and Lemon Martinis
Handcrafted gin for a particularly festive celebration drink, perfect for gifting or serving at events.
Tender Lamb with a Zingy Sumac and Onion Salad
Enjoy the glory of this show-stopping feast – your guests will ever suspect how minimal preparation was involved.
Chocolate Tart with Spiced Cranberry
In this decadent finale, puddles of spiced cranberry sauce are baked into a chocolate base for a combination that puts any surfeit of holiday fruit to excellent purpose.
