Countdown to the New Year: Your Holiday Feast.

When it is about hosting parties, people tend to separate into two very different camps: those who love doing it, and the ones that would choose to do almost something else. Getting prepared ahead of time is crucial, and choosing a few tasty dishes to begin the festivities will delight your visitors while you work to hold everything together.

Fennel, Lemon and Smoked Paprika Almonds

Savory almond snack

These zesty, spiced snacks make for a excellent match for the vibrant pink grapefruit mocktails featured further down.

Salmon & Ricotta on Buckwheat Blinis

Elegant starter with blinis

A scrumptious celebration first course that can easily be adapted to serve with a sweet spread for children.

Pink Grapefruit, Cardamom and Lime Mocktails

Vibrant non-alcoholic drink

These drinks are a zesty substitute to booze, but furthermore make a wonderful mixer for a tequila-based beverage.

Juniper and Lemon Martinis

Sophisticated martini cocktail

Handcrafted gin for a unique festive cocktail, ideal for giving as a present or pouring at events.

Shredded Lamb Shoulder with Sumac Onion Salad

Succulent lamb dish

Enjoy the praise of this stunning spread – your guests will ever guess how minimal preparation was needed.

Chocolate Tart with Spiced Cranberry

Festive chocolate cranberry tart

In this rich sweet treat, swirls of aromatic cranberry compote are cooked into a dark chocolate frangipane for a combination that uses any extra of cranberries to good purpose.

Cynthia Fletcher
Cynthia Fletcher

A passionate gamer and tech writer with over a decade of experience covering console and PC gaming trends across Europe.