Final Hours to the Next Year: Your Festive Menu.

When it is about throwing gatherings, guests often divide into a couple of quite different categories: people that love doing it, and the ones that would prefer to do virtually another thing. Staying prepared early is key, and selecting a few tasty creations to begin the proceedings will amuse your guests while you aim to hold everything together.

Spicy Almonds with Fennel, Lemon & Paprika

Savory almond snack

These citrusy, spicy nibbles prove to be a ideal companion for the bright pink grapefruit mocktails listed next.

Savory Blinis Topped with Salmon and Ricotta

Elegant starter with blinis

A delectable festive first course that can conveniently be modified to present with a different spread for younger guests.

Pink Grapefruit, Cardamom and Lime Mocktails

Citrusy non-alcoholic drink

These drinks are a refreshing alternative to booze, but also serve as a tasty base for a tequila-based drink.

Festive Martinis with Juniper & Lemon

Homemade martini cocktail

Home-infused spirit for a unique festive drink, great for sharing or serving at parties.

Slow-Cooked Shredded Lamb Shoulder with Red Onion Sumac Salad

Tender lamb dish

Enjoy the glory of this stunning feast – no one will ever suspect how minimal work was required.

Spiced Cranberry and Chocolate Tart

Decadent chocolate cranberry tart

In this indulgent dessert, puddles of aromatic cranberry sauce are cooked into a chocolaty frangipane for a duo that makes any abundance of cranberries to good use.

Veronica Sullivan
Veronica Sullivan

A digital strategist with over a decade of experience in creative branding and user experience design across European markets.