Final Hours to the New Year: Your Festive Spread.
When it comes to throwing parties, people often separate into two rather separate categories: people that love it, and those who would prefer to do virtually anything else. Staying ready ahead of time is crucial, and choosing a few scrumptious recipes to kick off the evening will delight your visitors while you aim to hold everything together.
Citrusy Smoked Paprika Almonds with Fennel
These tangy, flavorful bites make for a perfect match for the vibrant pink grapefruit mocktails featured further down.
Salmon & Ricotta on Buckwheat Blinis
A scrumptious holiday starter that can readily be modified to serve with a fruity garnish for younger guests.
Pink Grapefruit, Cardamom and Lime Mocktails
These beverages are a refreshing option to spirits, but also serve as a tasty mixer for a tequila-based drink.
Lemon-Infused Juniper Martinis
Handcrafted spirit for a particularly festive holiday drink, great for giving as a present or offering at parties.
Tender Lamb with a Zingy Sumac and Onion Salad
Enjoy the praise of this show-stopping feast – no one will possibly realize how little preparation was involved.
Festive Chocolate Cranberry Tart
In this indulgent sweet treat, pockets of aromatic cranberry sauce are baked into a dark chocolate filling for a combination that uses any abundance of holiday fruit to good use.
