Final Hours to the Next Year: Your Festive Feast.

When it comes to hosting celebrations, people usually divide into two quite separate camps: the ones that adore the process, and the ones that would rather to do virtually anything else. Getting organized early is essential, and finding a few scrumptious dishes to begin the evening will entertain your attendees while you try to keep the show on the road.

Citrusy Smoked Paprika Almonds with Fennel

Savory almond snack

These zesty, spiced snacks are a ideal companion for the refreshing pink grapefruit mocktails detailed next.

Salmon & Ricotta on Buckwheat Blinis

Festive starter with blinis

A delicious celebration starter that can easily be modified to present with a sweet topping for children.

Refreshing Grapefruit Mocktails with Cardamom & Lime

Colorful non-alcoholic drink

These drinks are a invigorating alternative to spirits, but furthermore create a tasty ingredient for a gin-based beverage.

Juniper and Lemon Martinis

Homemade martini cocktail

Handcrafted spirit for a unique celebration drink, ideal for giving as a present or pouring at parties.

Slow-Cooked Shredded Lamb Shoulder with Red Onion Sumac Salad

Tender lamb dish

Bask in the glory of this impressive spread – everyone will for a moment suspect how minimal work was required.

Festive Chocolate Cranberry Tart

Decadent chocolate cranberry tart

In this indulgent sweet treat, swirls of aromatic cranberry sauce are baked into a chocolate filling for a flavor pairing that puts any abundance of berries to delicious use.

Donna Burnett DDS
Donna Burnett DDS

A passionate film critic with over a decade of experience, specializing in indie and international cinema.