Celebration to the Next Year: Your Holiday Menu.

When it comes to organizing celebrations, people often divide into a couple of very distinct camps: people that adore the process, and the ones that would prefer to do almost another thing. Getting prepared early is key, and selecting a few scrumptious recipes to begin the festivities will amuse your visitors while you try to hold everything together.

Fennel, Lemon and Smoked Paprika Almonds

Savory almond snack

These zesty, spiced nibbles are a perfect match for the refreshing pink grapefruit mocktails detailed next.

Savory Blinis Topped with Salmon and Ricotta

Festive starter with blinis

A delicious holiday first course that can readily be altered to present with a sweet garnish for children.

Pink Grapefruit, Cardamom and Lime Mocktails

Vibrant non-alcoholic drink

These drinks are a zesty substitute to spirits, but also serve as a delicious base for a gin-based beverage.

Juniper and Lemon Martinis

Homemade martini cocktail

Homemade gin for a unique celebration drink, ideal for sharing or pouring at gatherings.

Slow-Cooked Shredded Lamb Shoulder with Red Onion Sumac Salad

Slow-cooked lamb dish

Revel in the glory of this impressive centerpiece – no one will possibly guess how minimal work was involved.

Spiced Cranberry and Chocolate Tart

Decadent chocolate cranberry tart

In this rich finale, puddles of spiced cranberry jam are nestled into a chocolate filling for a combination that puts any surfeit of holiday fruit to excellent effect.

Meghan Rivers
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