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Countdown to the New Year: Your Holiday Feast.

When it is about organizing parties, individuals usually separate into a couple of very different categories: people that enjoy doing it, and people that would choose to do practically something else. Being organized in advance is key, and choosing a few scrumptious recipes to begin the evening will entertain your attendees while you aim to hold everything together.

Fennel, Lemon and Smoked Paprika Almonds

Zesty almond snack

These tangy, spiced nibbles are a ideal pairing for the refreshing pink grapefruit mocktails featured further down.

Savory Blinis Topped with Salmon and Ricotta

Festive starter with blinis

A scrumptious celebration starter that can easily be modified to present with a sweet topping for younger guests.

Refreshing Grapefruit Mocktails with Cardamom & Lime

Vibrant non-alcoholic drink

These beverages are a zesty alternative to booze, but additionally serve as a delicious ingredient for a gin-based drink.

Lemon-Infused Juniper Martinis

Sophisticated martini cocktail

Homemade spirit for a unique celebration drink, ideal for gifting or offering at parties.

Shredded Lamb Shoulder with Sumac Onion Salad

Tender lamb dish

Revel in the glory of this impressive spread – no one will possibly suspect how modest work was involved.

Spiced Cranberry and Chocolate Tart

Rich chocolate cranberry tart

In this rich sweet treat, pockets of warmly spiced cranberry compote are baked into a dark chocolate frangipane for a duo that uses any surfeit of cranberries to good use.

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Aaron Ward

A tech journalist with over a decade of experience covering emerging technologies and consumer electronics.

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