Countdown to the Next Year: The New Year's Eve Spread.

When it comes to organizing parties, guests often divide into two rather distinct categories: the ones that love the process, and people that would rather to do almost anything else. Getting organized ahead of time is crucial, and finding a few tasty dishes to start the evening will amuse your visitors while you try to hold everything together.

Spicy Almonds with Fennel, Lemon & Paprika

Savory almond snack

These zesty, spiced nibbles prove to be a perfect companion for the vibrant pink grapefruit mocktails featured next.

Salmon & Ricotta on Buckwheat Blinis

Elegant starter with blinis

A scrumptious festive first course that can readily be altered to offer with a different topping for younger guests.

Refreshing Grapefruit Mocktails with Cardamom & Lime

Colorful non-alcoholic drink

These concoctions are a refreshing alternative to alcohol, but additionally make a tasty base for a gin-based cocktail.

Juniper and Lemon Martinis

Homemade martini cocktail

Handcrafted gin for a particularly festive festive martini, perfect for gifting or pouring at parties.

Shredded Lamb Shoulder with Sumac Onion Salad

Succulent lamb dish

Bask in the praise of this impressive feast – everyone will possibly suspect how minimal effort was required.

Chocolate Tart with Spiced Cranberry

Festive chocolate cranberry tart

In this decadent dessert, puddles of warmly spiced cranberry compote are baked into a chocolaty filling for a combination that puts any abundance of berries to delicious effect.

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Amy Martinez

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