Celebration to the New Year: A Holiday Spread.
When it comes to hosting gatherings, guests often split into a couple of very different camps: people that love it, and those who would rather to do virtually anything else. Getting prepared early is crucial, and finding a few delicious dishes to start the evening will delight your guests while you work to hold everything together.
Citrusy Smoked Paprika Almonds with Fennel
These tangy, spicy bites are a excellent companion for the vibrant pink grapefruit mocktails featured further down.
Savory Blinis Topped with Salmon and Ricotta
A delectable celebration appetizer that can readily be altered to serve with a sweet spread for the kids.
Cardamom-Lime Grapefruit Mocktails
These concoctions are a invigorating alternative to alcohol, but also make a tasty base for a gin-based beverage.
Juniper and Lemon Martinis
Handcrafted gin for a particularly festive holiday drink, ideal for gifting or offering at gatherings.
Tender Lamb with a Zingy Sumac and Onion Salad
Revel in the admiration of this show-stopping feast – no one will for a moment realize how little work was required.
Chocolate Tart with Spiced Cranberry
In this rich sweet treat, pockets of spiced cranberry sauce are cooked into a chocolate frangipane for a flavor pairing that puts any abundance of berries to good use.