Final Hours to the New Year: A New Year's Eve Feast.

When it is about hosting gatherings, people tend to split into a pair of quite distinct groups: people that adore it, and the ones that would choose to do practically anything else. Being organized in advance is crucial, and selecting a few tasty dishes to start the festivities will amuse your attendees while you try to hold everything together.

Citrusy Smoked Paprika Almonds with Fennel

Zesty almond snack

These citrusy, flavorful bites prove to be a ideal companion for the vibrant pink grapefruit mocktails listed further down.

Buckwheat Blinis with Ricotta and Salmon

Elegant starter with blinis

A scrumptious festive appetizer that can easily be modified to serve with a sweet topping for younger guests.

Cardamom-Lime Grapefruit Mocktails

Citrusy non-alcoholic drink

These concoctions are a zesty alternative to spirits, but also serve as a wonderful ingredient for a tequila-based beverage.

Juniper and Lemon Martinis

Homemade martini cocktail

Handcrafted gin for a particularly festive holiday cocktail, great for sharing or serving at gatherings.

Shredded Lamb Shoulder with Sumac Onion Salad

Tender lamb dish

Enjoy the admiration of this show-stopping feast – everyone will ever guess how little preparation was needed.

Spiced Cranberry and Chocolate Tart

Rich chocolate cranberry tart

In this indulgent finale, pockets of aromatic cranberry jam are baked into a chocolaty filling for a combination that puts any abundance of berries to good purpose.

James Roman
James Roman

London-based event enthusiast and writer, covering the city's vibrant culture and entertainment scene.