Countdown to the New Year: The Festive Menu.
When it involves throwing gatherings, guests often divide into a couple of very separate categories: the ones that enjoy it, and the ones that would rather to do practically anything else. Being organized early is crucial, and choosing a few scrumptious creations to start the evening will delight your guests while you aim to hold everything together.
Citrusy Smoked Paprika Almonds with Fennel
These tangy, flavorful nibbles make for a perfect match for the refreshing pink grapefruit mocktails detailed next.
Salmon & Ricotta on Buckwheat Blinis
A scrumptious festive appetizer that can easily be adapted to offer with a sweet garnish for the kids.
Cardamom-Lime Grapefruit Mocktails
These drinks are a zesty option to booze, but also make a wonderful ingredient for a tequila-based cocktail.
Festive Martinis with Juniper & Lemon
Handcrafted gin for a unique festive drink, ideal for gifting or serving at parties.
Shredded Lamb Shoulder with Sumac Onion Salad
Enjoy the praise of this show-stopping spread – no one will ever realize how modest preparation was involved.
Chocolate Tart with Spiced Cranberry
In this rich finale, swirls of warmly spiced cranberry jam are baked into a chocolaty filling for a combination that uses any extra of berries to good use.
