Countdown to the New Year: Your Holiday Spread.

When it comes to hosting celebrations, guests tend to split into two quite separate camps: those who love doing it, and people that would choose to do almost anything else. Being ready early is crucial, and choosing a few tasty recipes to begin the evening will amuse your attendees while you try to keep the show on the road.

Citrusy Smoked Paprika Almonds with Fennel

Spicy almond snack

These tangy, flavorful nibbles make for a perfect pairing for the refreshing pink grapefruit mocktails listed next.

Salmon & Ricotta on Buckwheat Blinis

Festive starter with blinis

A delectable holiday starter that can easily be altered to offer with a fruity topping for the kids.

Cardamom-Lime Grapefruit Mocktails

Colorful non-alcoholic drink

These drinks are a invigorating option to booze, but also make a delicious base for a gin-based beverage.

Festive Martinis with Juniper & Lemon

Homemade martini cocktail

Handcrafted spirit for a particularly festive holiday cocktail, ideal for sharing or pouring at parties.

Shredded Lamb Shoulder with Sumac Onion Salad

Succulent lamb dish

Bask in the glory of this show-stopping feast – everyone will possibly suspect how minimal preparation was involved.

Chocolate Tart with Spiced Cranberry

Festive chocolate cranberry tart

In this decadent dessert, puddles of aromatic cranberry jam are cooked into a chocolate base for a duo that puts any abundance of berries to good effect.

Larry Solis
Larry Solis

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