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

When it is about organizing gatherings, people usually separate into two very different groups: the ones that love doing it, and the ones that would prefer to do practically something else. Being prepared in advance is key, and finding a few delicious dishes to kick off the festivities will amuse your attendees while you try to manage everything.

Fennel, Lemon and Smoked Paprika Almonds

Spicy almond snack

These citrusy, spiced snacks are a perfect pairing for the bright pink grapefruit mocktails featured further down.

Savory Blinis Topped with Salmon and Ricotta

Elegant starter with blinis

A delicious celebration first course that can readily be altered to serve with a different garnish for the kids.

Refreshing Grapefruit Mocktails with Cardamom & Lime

Vibrant non-alcoholic drink

These concoctions are a refreshing substitute to booze, but also make a wonderful ingredient for a tequila-based drink.

Juniper and Lemon Martinis

Classic martini cocktail

Home-infused gin for a special festive drink, perfect for sharing or offering at parties.

Shredded Lamb Shoulder with Sumac Onion Salad

Tender lamb dish

Enjoy the glory of this show-stopping centerpiece – everyone will possibly suspect how modest work was required.

Spiced Cranberry and Chocolate Tart

Decadent chocolate cranberry tart

In this decadent dessert, puddles of warmly spiced cranberry sauce are cooked into a dark chocolate filling for a flavor pairing that uses any extra of berries to delicious purpose.

Daniel Banks
Daniel Banks

Liam van der Berg is a seasoned sports journalist with over a decade of experience covering European and global sporting events.