Countdown to the Next Year: A Holiday Spread.
When it involves hosting gatherings, people often separate into a pair of rather separate groups: the ones that enjoy it, and those who would prefer to do practically something else. Getting prepared in advance is essential, and finding a few scrumptious recipes to begin the proceedings will amuse your attendees while you work to manage everything.
Citrusy Smoked Paprika Almonds with Fennel
These zesty, spicy nibbles are a ideal match for the bright pink grapefruit mocktails featured next.
Buckwheat Blinis with Ricotta and Salmon
A delicious celebration appetizer that can conveniently be altered to serve with a different topping for the kids.
Pink Grapefruit, Cardamom and Lime Mocktails
These beverages are a zesty substitute to spirits, but furthermore make a wonderful base for a gin-based cocktail.
Juniper and Lemon Martinis
Handcrafted gin for a particularly festive celebration martini, perfect for giving as a present or offering at events.
Slow-Cooked Shredded Lamb Shoulder with Red Onion Sumac Salad
Bask in the praise of this show-stopping centerpiece – your guests will for a moment suspect how minimal effort was involved.
Chocolate Tart with Spiced Cranberry
In this indulgent sweet treat, pockets of warmly spiced cranberry compote are baked into a chocolaty filling for a duo that uses any surfeit of cranberries to good use.
