Final Hours to the New Year: Your New Year's Eve Menu.

When it involves organizing celebrations, people tend to split into a couple of very different categories: those who adore doing it, and those who would rather to do virtually anything else. Being ready ahead of time is key, and choosing a few scrumptious recipes to begin the festivities will delight your visitors while you try to keep the show on the road.

Citrusy Smoked Paprika Almonds with Fennel

Savory almond snack

These zesty, spiced bites are a perfect pairing for the bright pink grapefruit mocktails listed further down.

Salmon & Ricotta on Buckwheat Blinis

Delicious starter with blinis

A delicious festive starter that can readily be modified to present with a sweet spread for younger guests.

Cardamom-Lime Grapefruit Mocktails

Vibrant non-alcoholic drink

These beverages are a zesty substitute to spirits, but also serve as a delicious base for a gin-based beverage.

Festive Martinis with Juniper & Lemon

Classic martini cocktail

Home-infused spirit for a unique celebration martini, perfect for gifting or pouring at parties.

Shredded Lamb Shoulder with Sumac Onion Salad

Succulent lamb dish

Revel in the praise of this show-stopping feast – everyone will possibly suspect how minimal effort was involved.

Spiced Cranberry and Chocolate Tart

Rich chocolate cranberry tart

In this indulgent dessert, pockets of spiced cranberry compote are baked into a chocolaty frangipane for a flavor pairing that makes any surfeit of holiday fruit to delicious effect.

Lisa Johnston
Lisa Johnston

A tech enthusiast and digital strategist with over a decade of experience in analyzing emerging technologies and their impact on society.