Celebration to the New Year: Your Holiday Menu.

When it involves hosting parties, individuals often separate into a couple of quite distinct categories: the ones that enjoy it, and people that would rather to do virtually anything else. Getting organized early is crucial, and selecting a few delicious recipes to begin the proceedings will entertain your attendees while you aim to keep the show on the road.

Fennel, Lemon and Smoked Paprika Almonds

Spicy almond snack

These citrusy, spiced nibbles are a perfect pairing for the vibrant pink grapefruit mocktails featured next.

Savory Blinis Topped with Salmon and Ricotta

Delicious starter with blinis

A delicious festive first course that can easily be altered to serve with a different garnish for children.

Pink Grapefruit, Cardamom and Lime Mocktails

Vibrant non-alcoholic drink

These beverages are a refreshing alternative to alcohol, but also make a delicious ingredient for a gin-based beverage.

Lemon-Infused Juniper Martinis

Homemade martini cocktail

Handcrafted spirit for a special festive drink, great for sharing or offering at parties.

Tender Lamb with a Zingy Sumac and Onion Salad

Succulent lamb dish

Bask in the praise of this show-stopping spread – no one will ever suspect how modest work was needed.

Spiced Cranberry and Chocolate Tart

Rich chocolate cranberry tart

In this decadent dessert, pockets of spiced cranberry compote are cooked into a dark chocolate frangipane for a duo that makes any surfeit of berries to delicious purpose.

Bruce Hernandez PhD
Bruce Hernandez PhD

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