Countdown to the Next Year: Your New Year's Eve Feast.

When it comes to throwing parties, individuals often divide into a couple of quite different camps: people that love it, and people that would prefer to do practically anything else. Staying ready in advance is key, and finding a few tasty creations to kick off the evening will delight your visitors while you aim to manage everything.

Fennel, Lemon and Smoked Paprika Almonds

Spicy almond snack

These citrusy, spicy nibbles make for a ideal match for the refreshing pink grapefruit mocktails listed further down.

Salmon & Ricotta on Buckwheat Blinis

Delicious starter with blinis

A delicious celebration starter that can conveniently be modified to serve with a different spread for children.

Cardamom-Lime Grapefruit Mocktails

Vibrant non-alcoholic drink

These drinks are a refreshing substitute to alcohol, but additionally make a delicious ingredient for a tequila-based drink.

Lemon-Infused Juniper Martinis

Classic martini cocktail

Handcrafted gin for a unique festive cocktail, great for giving as a present or serving at events.

Tender Lamb with a Zingy Sumac and Onion Salad

Tender lamb dish

Revel in the praise of this impressive feast – everyone will for a moment guess how modest effort was required.

Spiced Cranberry and Chocolate Tart

Decadent chocolate cranberry tart

In this indulgent dessert, puddles of spiced cranberry jam are nestled into a chocolate base for a flavor pairing that puts any extra of holiday fruit to excellent effect.

Edward Friedman
Edward Friedman

A cultural policy analyst with over a decade of experience in UK arts management and heritage conservation.

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