When it involves throwing celebrations, individuals tend to divide into two very different camps: the ones that enjoy the process, and those who would rather to do virtually another thing. Being prepared ahead of time is essential, and selecting a few delicious dishes to start the evening will amuse your visitors while you aim to manage everything.
Spicy Almonds with Fennel, Lemon & Paprika
These tangy, flavorful snacks make for a perfect pairing for the vibrant pink grapefruit mocktails featured next.
Buckwheat Blinis with Ricotta and Salmon
A scrumptious holiday first course that can easily be adapted to serve with a different garnish for children.
Refreshing Grapefruit Mocktails with Cardamom & Lime
These beverages are a refreshing substitute to spirits, but also make a tasty mixer for a gin-based drink.
Festive Martinis with Juniper & Lemon
Home-infused spirit for a particularly festive holiday cocktail, great for giving as a present or pouring at parties.
Shredded Lamb Shoulder with Sumac Onion Salad
Revel in the praise of this show-stopping feast – everyone will for a moment guess how minimal effort was required.
Festive Chocolate Cranberry Tart
In this rich sweet treat, puddles of warmly spiced cranberry jam are cooked into a chocolaty filling for a duo that puts any surfeit of holiday fruit to delicious use.