Celebration to the New Year: Your New Year's Eve Spread.

When it comes to organizing celebrations, guests often divide into a couple of very distinct groups: the ones that love it, and those who would rather to do practically another thing. Staying ready in advance is crucial, and choosing a few delicious dishes to start the proceedings will entertain your guests while you work to manage everything.

Spicy Almonds with Fennel, Lemon & Paprika

Zesty almond snack

These citrusy, spiced nibbles make for a perfect match for the bright pink grapefruit mocktails featured next.

Savory Blinis Topped with Salmon and Ricotta

Elegant starter with blinis

A scrumptious holiday appetizer that can conveniently be altered to offer with a different topping for children.

Pink Grapefruit, Cardamom and Lime Mocktails

Colorful non-alcoholic drink

These beverages are a zesty substitute to alcohol, but also make a wonderful mixer for a tequila-based cocktail.

Festive Martinis with Juniper & Lemon

Homemade martini cocktail

Home-infused gin for a particularly festive holiday cocktail, great for sharing or offering at events.

Slow-Cooked Shredded Lamb Shoulder with Red Onion Sumac Salad

Succulent lamb dish

Revel in the glory of this stunning spread – your guests will for a moment realize how little effort was needed.

Chocolate Tart with Spiced Cranberry

Decadent chocolate cranberry tart

In this decadent dessert, pockets of warmly spiced cranberry sauce are cooked into a chocolate frangipane for a flavor pairing that makes any surfeit of berries to excellent use.

John Mcintyre
John Mcintyre

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