Final Hours to the Next Year: The New Year's Eve Menu.

When it is about throwing parties, people often split into a pair of quite separate categories: people that love doing it, and the ones that would rather to do almost anything else. Being organized in advance is essential, and finding a few delicious creations to start the evening will entertain your visitors while you try to keep the show on the road.

Spicy Almonds with Fennel, Lemon & Paprika

Zesty almond snack

These tangy, spiced bites make for a ideal pairing for the vibrant pink grapefruit mocktails featured next.

Savory Blinis Topped with Salmon and Ricotta

Festive starter with blinis

A delicious holiday starter that can easily be adapted to present with a fruity spread for the kids.

Cardamom-Lime Grapefruit Mocktails

Vibrant non-alcoholic drink

These concoctions are a zesty alternative to alcohol, but also make a tasty ingredient for a tequila-based beverage.

Juniper and Lemon Martinis

Sophisticated martini cocktail

Handcrafted spirit for a special holiday martini, great for giving as a present or pouring at parties.

Slow-Cooked Shredded Lamb Shoulder with Red Onion Sumac Salad

Tender lamb dish

Bask in the praise of this impressive centerpiece – no one will for a moment suspect how minimal preparation was involved.

Chocolate Tart with Spiced Cranberry

Decadent chocolate cranberry tart

In this indulgent finale, pockets of spiced cranberry compote are baked into a dark chocolate filling for a flavor pairing that puts any extra of berries to delicious use.

Marissa Rodriguez
Marissa Rodriguez

Certified Pilates instructor with over a decade of experience, specializing in rehabilitation and holistic wellness approaches.