Countdown to the New Year: Your New Year's Eve Feast.

When it is about organizing parties, people usually divide into a pair of very separate camps: those who enjoy doing it, and those who would choose to do virtually something else. Getting prepared early is crucial, and selecting a few tasty creations to start the festivities will entertain your guests while you work to keep the show on the road.

Spicy Almonds with Fennel, Lemon & Paprika

Savory almond snack

These citrusy, flavorful snacks prove to be a excellent match for the refreshing pink grapefruit mocktails listed further down.

Buckwheat Blinis with Ricotta and Salmon

Festive starter with blinis

A delectable celebration first course that can readily be adapted to present with a different topping for the kids.

Pink Grapefruit, Cardamom and Lime Mocktails

Colorful non-alcoholic drink

These concoctions are a refreshing alternative to spirits, but also create a wonderful ingredient for a tequila-based cocktail.

Juniper and Lemon Martinis

Classic martini cocktail

Handcrafted spirit for a particularly festive holiday martini, ideal for giving as a present or pouring at parties.

Shredded Lamb Shoulder with Sumac Onion Salad

Succulent lamb dish

Revel in the admiration of this stunning feast – no one will for a moment realize how modest effort was involved.

Spiced Cranberry and Chocolate Tart

Decadent chocolate cranberry tart

In this decadent finale, puddles of spiced cranberry jam are baked into a chocolate frangipane for a combination that puts any surfeit of cranberries to delicious effect.

Connie Walsh
Connie Walsh

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