Countdown to the Next Year: The New Year's Eve Menu.

When it involves hosting celebrations, people tend to divide into a pair of rather separate categories: people that enjoy it, and people that would rather to do almost another thing. Getting prepared ahead of time is key, and finding a few tasty recipes to kick off the festivities will amuse your attendees while you work to manage everything.

Citrusy Smoked Paprika Almonds with Fennel

Savory almond snack

These tangy, flavorful nibbles prove to be a excellent pairing for the refreshing pink grapefruit mocktails featured below.

Salmon & Ricotta on Buckwheat Blinis

Elegant starter with blinis

A delicious holiday starter that can readily be modified to present with a different topping for children.

Pink Grapefruit, Cardamom and Lime Mocktails

Citrusy non-alcoholic drink

These concoctions are a zesty substitute to spirits, but additionally serve as a tasty mixer for a tequila-based drink.

Festive Martinis with Juniper & Lemon

Sophisticated martini cocktail

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

Tender Lamb with a Zingy Sumac and Onion Salad

Slow-cooked lamb dish

Bask in the glory of this impressive centerpiece – everyone will possibly realize how little work was required.

Chocolate Tart with Spiced Cranberry

Decadent chocolate cranberry tart

In this rich finale, pockets of warmly spiced cranberry sauce are cooked into a dark chocolate frangipane for a flavor pairing that uses any surfeit of cranberries to delicious purpose.

Amy Dalton
Amy Dalton

A tech entrepreneur and writer with over a decade of experience in digital transformation and startup ecosystems.