Final Hours to the Next Year: Your Festive Menu.

When it is about throwing gatherings, guests tend to divide into a pair of quite different camps: the ones that enjoy doing it, and the ones that would prefer to do virtually another thing. Getting organized early is essential, and finding a few tasty creations to kick off the proceedings will entertain your guests while you try to hold everything together.

Spicy Almonds with Fennel, Lemon & Paprika

These citrusy, flavorful snacks are a perfect companion for the refreshing pink grapefruit mocktails listed below.

Buckwheat Blinis with Ricotta and Salmon

A scrumptious festive appetizer that can readily be modified to offer with a fruity topping for the kids.

Pink Grapefruit, Cardamom and Lime Mocktails

These concoctions are a zesty option to alcohol, but additionally create a delicious base for a gin-based cocktail.

Juniper and Lemon Martinis

Handcrafted gin for a special holiday cocktail, great for giving as a present or pouring at parties.

Tender Lamb with a Zingy Sumac and Onion Salad

Bask in the praise of this impressive centerpiece – no one will for a moment guess how little effort was needed.

Festive Chocolate Cranberry Tart

In this indulgent sweet treat, swirls of aromatic cranberry sauce are cooked into a dark chocolate filling for a flavor pairing that puts any surfeit of berries to good effect.