Celebration to the New Year: A New Year's Eve Feast.

When it is about hosting parties, people often divide into a couple of quite separate categories: the ones that love the process, and the ones that would choose to do practically another thing. Staying organized in advance is key, and choosing a few delicious creations to kick off the festivities will amuse your guests while you work to hold everything together.

Fennel, Lemon and Smoked Paprika Almonds

Spicy almond snack

These zesty, flavorful nibbles make for a excellent match for the refreshing pink grapefruit mocktails listed next.

Buckwheat Blinis with Ricotta and Salmon

Festive starter with blinis

A delicious holiday appetizer that can easily be modified to serve with a different topping for children.

Refreshing Grapefruit Mocktails with Cardamom & Lime

Colorful non-alcoholic drink

These drinks are a zesty option to booze, but also make a tasty base for a tequila-based cocktail.

Juniper and Lemon Martinis

Sophisticated martini cocktail

Home-infused spirit for a unique celebration cocktail, ideal for gifting or offering at gatherings.

Shredded Lamb Shoulder with Sumac Onion Salad

Slow-cooked lamb dish

Enjoy the glory of this impressive centerpiece – your guests will ever realize how modest work was required.

Festive Chocolate Cranberry Tart

Festive chocolate cranberry tart

In this indulgent finale, pockets of warmly spiced cranberry jam are cooked into a chocolaty base for a flavor pairing that makes any extra of holiday fruit to good use.

Joseph Abbott
Joseph Abbott

A passionate urban farmer and food writer committed to promoting local, sustainable food systems in the UK.