Celebration to the Next Year: The Festive Menu.

When it comes to throwing celebrations, guests tend to divide into a pair of quite different camps: those who adore it, and people that would rather to do almost anything else. Getting prepared early is essential, and choosing a few tasty recipes to start the proceedings will entertain your guests while you try to manage everything.

Spicy Almonds with Fennel, Lemon & Paprika

Savory almond snack

These tangy, spicy snacks are a perfect pairing for the vibrant pink grapefruit mocktails featured further down.

Savory Blinis Topped with Salmon and Ricotta

Delicious starter with blinis

A delectable holiday appetizer that can conveniently be altered to present with a sweet garnish for the kids.

Pink Grapefruit, Cardamom and Lime Mocktails

Citrusy non-alcoholic drink

These drinks are a invigorating option to alcohol, but additionally create a wonderful ingredient for a gin-based cocktail.

Lemon-Infused Juniper Martinis

Classic martini cocktail

Home-infused gin for a unique festive martini, perfect for giving as a present or serving at events.

Slow-Cooked Shredded Lamb Shoulder with Red Onion Sumac Salad

Slow-cooked lamb dish

Enjoy the praise of this show-stopping feast – no one will ever suspect how modest preparation was needed.

Festive Chocolate Cranberry Tart

Decadent chocolate cranberry tart

In this decadent finale, pockets of aromatic cranberry compote are cooked into a chocolaty base for a duo that makes any extra of cranberries to good use.

Joshua Hunt
Joshua Hunt

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