Countdown to the New Year: Your New Year's Eve Feast.
When it comes to throwing gatherings, individuals tend to divide into a couple of quite distinct camps: those who enjoy doing it, and those who would rather to do almost anything else. Staying prepared in advance is key, and finding a few tasty dishes to start the festivities will entertain your guests while you work to keep the show on the road.
Citrusy Smoked Paprika Almonds with Fennel
These zesty, spiced nibbles make for a ideal companion for the vibrant pink grapefruit mocktails featured next.
Buckwheat Blinis with Ricotta and Salmon
A delicious festive first course that can easily be adapted to serve with a different topping for the kids.
Cardamom-Lime Grapefruit Mocktails
These drinks are a refreshing substitute to spirits, but furthermore serve as a delicious base for a gin-based beverage.
Juniper and Lemon Martinis
Home-infused gin for a unique celebration drink, perfect for sharing or offering at gatherings.
Tender Lamb with a Zingy Sumac and Onion Salad
Bask in the admiration of this show-stopping centerpiece – no one will for a moment guess how little preparation was needed.
Spiced Cranberry and Chocolate Tart
In this decadent finale, puddles of aromatic cranberry sauce are cooked into a chocolaty base for a combination that puts any extra of cranberries to good effect.
