Countdown to the New Year: Your Holiday Spread.
When it comes to hosting gatherings, guests tend to split into a couple of rather different camps: the ones that adore the process, and the ones that would choose to do practically anything else. Staying prepared early is crucial, and finding a few delicious dishes to start the evening will amuse your guests while you try to manage everything.
Fennel, Lemon and Smoked Paprika Almonds
These tangy, spicy snacks make for a ideal pairing for the refreshing pink grapefruit mocktails featured further down.
Buckwheat Blinis with Ricotta and Salmon
A delicious holiday appetizer that can easily be adapted to offer with a different garnish for younger guests.
Pink Grapefruit, Cardamom and Lime Mocktails
These beverages are a zesty alternative to spirits, but also make a wonderful base for a tequila-based beverage.
Lemon-Infused Juniper Martinis
Handcrafted spirit for a particularly festive holiday martini, great for sharing or pouring at gatherings.
Slow-Cooked Shredded Lamb Shoulder with Red Onion Sumac Salad
Revel in the glory of this impressive spread – everyone will ever realize how modest preparation was required.
Festive Chocolate Cranberry Tart
In this decadent sweet treat, swirls of aromatic cranberry sauce are nestled into a chocolate base for a combination that puts any abundance of berries to delicious purpose.
