Celebration to the New Year: A Festive Feast.

When it is about organizing gatherings, people usually divide into a couple of rather separate groups: the ones that love the process, and people that would prefer to do practically anything else. Staying ready ahead of time is crucial, and finding a few tasty recipes to kick off the evening will amuse your guests while you try to keep the show on the road.

Citrusy Smoked Paprika Almonds with Fennel

Spicy almond snack

These citrusy, flavorful nibbles are a perfect pairing for the vibrant pink grapefruit mocktails detailed below.

Savory Blinis Topped with Salmon and Ricotta

Delicious starter with blinis

A delectable holiday starter that can readily be adapted to offer with a sweet topping for children.

Cardamom-Lime Grapefruit Mocktails

Vibrant non-alcoholic drink

These drinks are a zesty alternative to alcohol, but also serve as a delicious ingredient for a tequila-based drink.

Lemon-Infused Juniper Martinis

Homemade martini cocktail

Home-infused spirit for a special holiday cocktail, ideal for gifting or pouring at events.

Tender Lamb with a Zingy Sumac and Onion Salad

Tender lamb dish

Bask in the praise of this show-stopping feast – everyone will possibly guess how little work was needed.

Spiced Cranberry and Chocolate Tart

Rich chocolate cranberry tart

In this rich finale, puddles of warmly spiced cranberry jam are baked into a chocolaty frangipane for a flavor pairing that puts any surfeit of berries to excellent effect.

Lisa Greer
Lisa Greer

Elena is a passionate literary scholar with expertise in Central European literature and a love for uncovering forgotten stories.