Celebration to the Next Year: The Festive Spread.
When it is about throwing parties, people usually separate into a couple of very different categories: the ones that love doing it, and the ones that would prefer to do virtually anything else. Being ready in advance is essential, and choosing a few tasty recipes to kick off the evening will amuse your visitors while you aim to hold everything together.
Fennel, Lemon and Smoked Paprika Almonds
These zesty, spicy snacks make for a perfect companion for the refreshing pink grapefruit mocktails detailed next.
Buckwheat Blinis with Ricotta and Salmon
A delectable festive starter that can readily be adapted to present with a different garnish for the kids.
Pink Grapefruit, Cardamom and Lime Mocktails
These concoctions are a zesty alternative to spirits, but also create a wonderful base for a tequila-based beverage.
Lemon-Infused Juniper Martinis
Home-infused gin for a unique festive drink, ideal for gifting or serving at gatherings.
Tender Lamb with a Zingy Sumac and Onion Salad
Revel in the glory of this show-stopping feast – no one will possibly guess how minimal effort was involved.
Spiced Cranberry and Chocolate Tart
In this rich dessert, swirls of spiced cranberry jam are baked into a chocolaty frangipane for a combination that uses any surfeit of cranberries to good effect.
