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Countdown to the New Year: The Festive Feast.

When it is about organizing gatherings, guests usually divide into a couple of rather separate categories: the ones that love the process, and people that would prefer to do almost anything else. Staying ready early is key, and choosing a few delicious creations to kick off the evening will entertain your visitors while you aim to manage everything.

Spicy Almonds with Fennel, Lemon & Paprika

Spicy almond snack

These zesty, spicy snacks prove to be a ideal match for the bright pink grapefruit mocktails featured further down.

Buckwheat Blinis with Ricotta and Salmon

Elegant starter with blinis

A delicious celebration starter that can easily be adapted to offer with a fruity spread for younger guests.

Refreshing Grapefruit Mocktails with Cardamom & Lime

Colorful non-alcoholic drink

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

Juniper and Lemon Martinis

Homemade martini cocktail

Homemade spirit for a unique celebration drink, ideal for gifting or pouring at gatherings.

Tender Lamb with a Zingy Sumac and Onion Salad

Tender lamb dish

Enjoy the praise of this stunning spread – everyone will for a moment suspect how modest work was required.

Festive Chocolate Cranberry Tart

Decadent chocolate cranberry tart

In this rich dessert, puddles of spiced cranberry sauce are cooked into a dark chocolate base for a combination that puts any extra of holiday fruit to good purpose.

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Katherine Mercado

Emily is a horticulturist and food writer passionate about farm-to-table living and seasonal British produce.

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