Final Hours to the Next Year: Your Festive Feast.

When it comes to hosting celebrations, guests tend to separate into two quite different camps: those who enjoy the process, and people that would choose to do almost something else. Being ready in advance is key, and choosing a few scrumptious creations to begin the evening will delight your guests while you try to manage everything.

Fennel, Lemon and Smoked Paprika Almonds

Zesty almond snack

These citrusy, spicy bites make for a perfect companion for the refreshing pink grapefruit mocktails featured further down.

Buckwheat Blinis with Ricotta and Salmon

Delicious starter with blinis

A delicious celebration appetizer that can readily be adapted to present with a sweet garnish for children.

Refreshing Grapefruit Mocktails with Cardamom & Lime

Vibrant non-alcoholic drink

These concoctions are a zesty substitute to booze, but also create a tasty ingredient for a gin-based cocktail.

Juniper and Lemon Martinis

Sophisticated martini cocktail

Handcrafted gin for a unique celebration drink, great for sharing or serving at parties.

Shredded Lamb Shoulder with Sumac Onion Salad

Tender lamb dish

Enjoy the praise of this show-stopping spread – no one will possibly realize how modest preparation was required.

Festive Chocolate Cranberry Tart

Decadent chocolate cranberry tart

In this decadent finale, swirls of spiced cranberry sauce are nestled into a dark chocolate frangipane for a combination that puts any abundance of cranberries to delicious use.

Frederick Bryant
Frederick Bryant

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