Countdown to the Next Year: A Festive Menu.
When it comes to organizing gatherings, people tend to separate into a couple of quite separate groups: those who enjoy doing it, and those who would choose to do practically another thing. Getting organized in advance is key, and choosing a few tasty recipes to start the evening will entertain your visitors while you work to manage everything.
Citrusy Smoked Paprika Almonds with Fennel
These tangy, spicy nibbles are a ideal companion for the refreshing pink grapefruit mocktails detailed further down.
Buckwheat Blinis with Ricotta and Salmon
A delicious holiday first course that can readily be modified to serve with a fruity spread for children.
Cardamom-Lime Grapefruit Mocktails
These beverages are a invigorating substitute to spirits, but additionally create a delicious ingredient for a tequila-based drink.
Lemon-Infused Juniper Martinis
Homemade gin for a special celebration cocktail, perfect for gifting or pouring at parties.
Tender Lamb with a Zingy Sumac and Onion Salad
Bask in the admiration of this show-stopping feast – no one will possibly suspect how minimal preparation was required.
Chocolate Tart with Spiced Cranberry
In this decadent dessert, puddles of spiced cranberry jam are baked into a chocolate filling for a flavor pairing that puts any abundance of cranberries to good purpose.
