Countdown to the New Year: The Holiday Feast.
When it comes to hosting gatherings, individuals tend to split into a pair of quite separate categories: the ones that love doing it, and the ones that would prefer to do practically anything else. Staying prepared ahead of time is crucial, and choosing a few scrumptious recipes to kick off the evening will entertain your attendees while you work to hold everything together.
Fennel, Lemon and Smoked Paprika Almonds
These citrusy, flavorful bites make for a perfect pairing for the vibrant pink grapefruit mocktails featured next.
Savory Blinis Topped with Salmon and Ricotta
A delectable holiday starter that can conveniently be adapted to serve with a different topping for the kids.
Pink Grapefruit, Cardamom and Lime Mocktails
These drinks are a zesty option to spirits, but furthermore make a wonderful mixer for a tequila-based cocktail.
Lemon-Infused Juniper Martinis
Homemade gin for a particularly festive festive martini, ideal for sharing or serving at parties.
Shredded Lamb Shoulder with Sumac Onion Salad
Bask in the praise of this impressive spread – your guests will for a moment guess how modest preparation was involved.
Chocolate Tart with Spiced Cranberry
In this rich finale, swirls of spiced cranberry sauce are cooked into a dark chocolate filling for a duo that puts any abundance of cranberries to good purpose.
