Final Hours to the New Year: The Holiday Feast.

When it comes to organizing gatherings, people usually separate into a pair of rather distinct groups: people that love doing it, and the ones that would choose to do almost another thing. Getting prepared ahead of time is essential, and finding a few scrumptious recipes to begin the festivities will amuse your guests while you try to hold everything together.

Fennel, Lemon and Smoked Paprika Almonds

Savory almond snack

These zesty, flavorful nibbles are a perfect companion for the vibrant pink grapefruit mocktails featured below.

Salmon & Ricotta on Buckwheat Blinis

Delicious starter with blinis

A delectable holiday first course that can easily be altered to offer with a fruity garnish for the kids.

Refreshing Grapefruit Mocktails with Cardamom & Lime

Citrusy non-alcoholic drink

These beverages are a zesty substitute to alcohol, but also make a delicious base for a tequila-based beverage.

Juniper and Lemon Martinis

Sophisticated martini cocktail

Handcrafted spirit for a unique celebration drink, great for gifting or offering at gatherings.

Slow-Cooked Shredded Lamb Shoulder with Red Onion Sumac Salad

Tender lamb dish

Enjoy the praise of this impressive spread – no one will for a moment realize how modest work was involved.

Spiced Cranberry and Chocolate Tart

Rich chocolate cranberry tart

In this rich dessert, puddles of aromatic cranberry sauce are cooked into a dark chocolate filling for a flavor pairing that uses any extra of holiday fruit to good purpose.

Lisa Fuller
Lisa Fuller

A London-based business strategist with over a decade of experience in startup consulting and market analysis.