Countdown to the Next Year: Your Festive Menu.

When it comes to organizing parties, guests usually separate into a pair of quite different groups: the ones that love the process, and those who would rather to do virtually another thing. Being ready in advance is key, and choosing a few delicious dishes to kick off the festivities will amuse your attendees while you work to hold everything together.

Spicy Almonds with Fennel, Lemon & Paprika

Zesty almond snack

These zesty, spicy nibbles prove to be a ideal pairing for the bright pink grapefruit mocktails detailed below.

Salmon & Ricotta on Buckwheat Blinis

Festive starter with blinis

A delicious celebration appetizer that can easily be modified to present with a sweet garnish for the kids.

Cardamom-Lime Grapefruit Mocktails

Colorful non-alcoholic drink

These beverages are a invigorating substitute to booze, but also serve as a wonderful ingredient for a gin-based drink.

Juniper and Lemon Martinis

Homemade martini cocktail

Handcrafted spirit for a particularly festive festive martini, great for giving as a present or serving at gatherings.

Slow-Cooked Shredded Lamb Shoulder with Red Onion Sumac Salad

Slow-cooked lamb dish

Revel in the admiration of this impressive centerpiece – everyone will for a moment suspect how little effort was needed.

Festive Chocolate Cranberry Tart

Decadent chocolate cranberry tart

In this rich sweet treat, puddles of warmly spiced cranberry sauce are baked into a chocolate base for a combination that makes any abundance of cranberries to excellent use.

Kara Edwards
Kara Edwards

A seasoned luxury travel writer and lifestyle curator with over a decade of experience exploring exclusive destinations and high-end experiences worldwide.