Celebration to the Next Year: The New Year's Eve Spread.

When it is about hosting parties, people usually split into a couple of rather separate groups: the ones that enjoy doing it, and the ones that would rather to do practically anything else. Staying prepared ahead of time is essential, and selecting a few tasty recipes to kick off the proceedings will entertain your attendees while you aim to hold everything together.

Citrusy Smoked Paprika Almonds with Fennel

Zesty almond snack

These zesty, spiced bites are a excellent companion for the vibrant pink grapefruit mocktails detailed further down.

Buckwheat Blinis with Ricotta and Salmon

Festive starter with blinis

A delectable festive first course that can easily be altered to offer with a different topping for the kids.

Refreshing Grapefruit Mocktails with Cardamom & Lime

Citrusy non-alcoholic drink

These beverages are a zesty alternative to booze, but also create a tasty base for a tequila-based drink.

Lemon-Infused Juniper Martinis

Homemade martini cocktail

Home-infused gin for a special festive martini, perfect for giving as a present or pouring at events.

Tender Lamb with a Zingy Sumac and Onion Salad

Succulent lamb dish

Revel in the praise of this show-stopping feast – no one will for a moment realize how minimal effort was required.

Spiced Cranberry and Chocolate Tart

Rich chocolate cranberry tart

In this decadent dessert, pockets of spiced cranberry sauce are baked into a chocolaty frangipane for a combination that makes any extra of cranberries to good effect.

Peter Blair
Peter Blair

A tech journalist and software developer with over a decade of experience covering emerging technologies and startup ecosystems in Europe.