Final Hours to the New Year: A Holiday Menu.

When it involves hosting parties, people often split into a pair of quite distinct camps: the ones that adore it, and those who would rather to do virtually another thing. Staying organized ahead of time is essential, and choosing a few scrumptious recipes to start the evening will amuse your attendees while you aim to manage everything.

Fennel, Lemon and Smoked Paprika Almonds

Zesty almond snack

These zesty, spiced snacks make for a perfect match for the vibrant pink grapefruit mocktails detailed further down.

Salmon & Ricotta on Buckwheat Blinis

Elegant starter with blinis

A scrumptious festive appetizer that can conveniently be adapted to offer with a fruity garnish for younger guests.

Refreshing Grapefruit Mocktails with Cardamom & Lime

Colorful non-alcoholic drink

These beverages are a zesty substitute to booze, but furthermore create a delicious ingredient for a tequila-based drink.

Festive Martinis with Juniper & Lemon

Classic martini cocktail

Home-infused spirit for a unique celebration martini, perfect for sharing or pouring at events.

Tender Lamb with a Zingy Sumac and Onion Salad

Tender lamb dish

Bask in the glory of this impressive feast – your guests will for a moment realize how minimal work was needed.

Chocolate Tart with Spiced Cranberry

Festive chocolate cranberry tart

In this indulgent dessert, puddles of warmly spiced cranberry sauce are baked into a dark chocolate base for a flavor pairing that uses any abundance of holiday fruit to excellent effect.

Kimberly Vasquez
Kimberly Vasquez

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