Celebration to the New Year: The New Year's Eve Menu.

When it involves organizing gatherings, people tend to separate into two quite separate camps: people that love doing it, and the ones that would rather to do almost another thing. Getting organized in advance is key, and selecting a few tasty creations to begin the proceedings will amuse your visitors while you work to hold everything together.

Fennel, Lemon and Smoked Paprika Almonds

Savory almond snack

These zesty, flavorful nibbles prove to be a ideal pairing for the refreshing pink grapefruit mocktails detailed further down.

Salmon & Ricotta on Buckwheat Blinis

Festive starter with blinis

A delectable celebration first course that can readily be modified to offer with a sweet topping for the kids.

Cardamom-Lime Grapefruit Mocktails

Vibrant non-alcoholic drink

These concoctions are a zesty alternative to booze, but also create a wonderful ingredient for a gin-based drink.

Festive Martinis with Juniper & Lemon

Sophisticated martini cocktail

Handcrafted spirit for a special festive drink, great for sharing or serving at gatherings.

Tender Lamb with a Zingy Sumac and Onion Salad

Succulent lamb dish

Enjoy the admiration of this show-stopping centerpiece – your guests will possibly suspect how little preparation was required.

Festive Chocolate Cranberry Tart

Decadent chocolate cranberry tart

In this decadent sweet treat, pockets of aromatic cranberry sauce are cooked into a chocolate base for a duo that uses any surfeit of holiday fruit to delicious purpose.

Erica Hall
Erica Hall

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