Countdown to the Next Year: The Holiday Spread.
When it is about throwing gatherings, people tend to divide into a pair of quite separate camps: people that enjoy doing it, and people that would choose to do practically something else. Getting ready in advance is crucial, and choosing a few tasty creations to kick off the evening will amuse your visitors while you aim to hold everything together.
Fennel, Lemon and Smoked Paprika Almonds
These citrusy, flavorful nibbles are a perfect match for the refreshing pink grapefruit mocktails listed below.
Buckwheat Blinis with Ricotta and Salmon
A delectable holiday appetizer that can easily be altered to serve with a fruity spread for the kids.
Pink Grapefruit, Cardamom and Lime Mocktails
These drinks are a invigorating option to alcohol, but also make a tasty ingredient for a tequila-based drink.
Juniper and Lemon Martinis
Home-infused spirit for a particularly festive holiday cocktail, perfect for sharing or pouring at parties.
Tender Lamb with a Zingy Sumac and Onion Salad
Revel in the praise of this show-stopping feast – your guests will for a moment guess how little preparation was needed.
Festive Chocolate Cranberry Tart
In this rich finale, swirls of spiced cranberry jam are baked into a dark chocolate base for a flavor pairing that makes any extra of cranberries to excellent effect.
