Final Hours to the New Year: Your Festive Menu.
When it comes to hosting parties, people tend to separate into a pair of rather distinct categories: the ones that enjoy doing it, and the ones that would choose to do practically something else. Being ready ahead of time is essential, and selecting a few delicious creations to begin the festivities will amuse your guests while you aim to manage everything.
Fennel, Lemon and Smoked Paprika Almonds
These tangy, flavorful nibbles are a perfect companion for the refreshing pink grapefruit mocktails listed further down.
Buckwheat Blinis with Ricotta and Salmon
A delicious festive appetizer that can easily be altered to present with a sweet garnish for children.
Cardamom-Lime Grapefruit Mocktails
These drinks are a invigorating substitute to booze, but also create a tasty ingredient for a tequila-based cocktail.
Festive Martinis with Juniper & Lemon
Handcrafted gin for a special festive martini, great for giving as a present or pouring at events.
Slow-Cooked Shredded Lamb Shoulder with Red Onion Sumac Salad
Revel in the admiration of this impressive centerpiece – no one will possibly suspect how minimal preparation was needed.
Chocolate Tart with Spiced Cranberry
In this rich dessert, puddles of spiced cranberry jam are baked into a chocolaty base for a combination that puts any surfeit of holiday fruit to excellent effect.
