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Countdown to the Next Year: The Holiday Menu.

When it comes to hosting gatherings, guests often divide into a couple of very distinct categories: people that adore the process, and people that would prefer to do virtually anything else. Getting prepared ahead of time is key, and selecting a few tasty recipes to kick off the proceedings will amuse your visitors while you try to keep the show on the road.

Spicy Almonds with Fennel, Lemon & Paprika

Savory almond snack

These tangy, spiced snacks are a ideal match for the bright pink grapefruit mocktails featured below.

Buckwheat Blinis with Ricotta and Salmon

Festive starter with blinis

A delicious celebration appetizer that can easily be altered to offer with a fruity spread for the kids.

Pink Grapefruit, Cardamom and Lime Mocktails

Colorful non-alcoholic drink

These beverages are a invigorating substitute to spirits, but also serve as a tasty base for a tequila-based beverage.

Lemon-Infused Juniper Martinis

Homemade martini cocktail

Handcrafted gin for a special festive drink, ideal for giving as a present or serving at events.

Slow-Cooked Shredded Lamb Shoulder with Red Onion Sumac Salad

Succulent lamb dish

Revel in the praise of this show-stopping feast – everyone will possibly suspect how minimal effort was involved.

Spiced Cranberry and Chocolate Tart

Festive chocolate cranberry tart

In this rich dessert, pockets of warmly spiced cranberry jam are nestled into a dark chocolate frangipane for a combination that puts any extra of holiday fruit to delicious use.

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Sonya Harmon

A tech journalist and science enthusiast with a background in computer engineering, passionate about demystifying complex innovations for a global audience.

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