Countdown to the New Year: Your Festive Menu.
When it is about organizing parties, people tend to divide into a pair of rather separate groups: people that enjoy the process, and people that would rather to do almost another thing. Getting prepared ahead of time is key, and choosing a few delicious creations to begin the festivities will entertain your guests while you try to keep the show on the road.
Spicy Almonds with Fennel, Lemon & Paprika
These zesty, spiced nibbles make for a ideal pairing for the refreshing pink grapefruit mocktails featured below.
Buckwheat Blinis with Ricotta and Salmon
A delicious festive starter that can readily be altered to serve with a different topping for younger guests.
Refreshing Grapefruit Mocktails with Cardamom & Lime
These beverages are a zesty substitute to spirits, but furthermore serve as a tasty mixer for a tequila-based drink.
Juniper and Lemon Martinis
Homemade gin for a particularly festive celebration cocktail, perfect for gifting or offering at gatherings.
Shredded Lamb Shoulder with Sumac Onion Salad
Enjoy the admiration of this show-stopping centerpiece – your guests will ever guess how modest work was needed.
Spiced Cranberry and Chocolate Tart
In this rich finale, puddles of aromatic cranberry sauce are baked into a chocolate filling for a duo that puts any abundance of holiday fruit to delicious effect.
