Countdown to the New Year: Your Holiday Menu.

When it is about organizing celebrations, people often separate into a pair of very distinct categories: those who love doing it, and the ones that would choose to do almost anything else. Getting organized early is crucial, and selecting a few tasty recipes to start the proceedings will entertain your guests while you work to keep the show on the road.

Spicy Almonds with Fennel, Lemon & Paprika

Zesty almond snack

These citrusy, flavorful nibbles make for a ideal match for the vibrant pink grapefruit mocktails detailed further down.

Salmon & Ricotta on Buckwheat Blinis

Delicious starter with blinis

A delicious celebration appetizer that can conveniently be altered to serve with a sweet spread for the kids.

Cardamom-Lime Grapefruit Mocktails

Colorful non-alcoholic drink

These beverages are a zesty substitute to booze, but furthermore create a delicious ingredient for a gin-based drink.

Juniper and Lemon Martinis

Sophisticated martini cocktail

Homemade gin for a unique festive martini, ideal for gifting or pouring at gatherings.

Slow-Cooked Shredded Lamb Shoulder with Red Onion Sumac Salad

Slow-cooked lamb dish

Bask in the praise of this show-stopping feast – no one will for a moment guess how modest effort was required.

Festive Chocolate Cranberry Tart

Rich chocolate cranberry tart

In this decadent dessert, puddles of spiced cranberry jam are baked into a chocolaty base for a duo that makes any abundance of cranberries to excellent purpose.

Victoria Rodriguez
Victoria Rodriguez

A passionate traveler and writer documenting unique journeys and cultural insights to inspire others to explore the world.