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

When it involves throwing parties, guests often divide into a pair of quite separate groups: those who adore the process, and people that would choose to do practically anything else. Getting ready early is key, and choosing a few scrumptious dishes to kick off the proceedings will delight your attendees while you aim to keep the show on the road.

Citrusy Smoked Paprika Almonds with Fennel

Zesty almond snack

These citrusy, spicy snacks are a ideal pairing for the refreshing pink grapefruit mocktails featured below.

Salmon & Ricotta on Buckwheat Blinis

Elegant starter with blinis

A scrumptious celebration first course that can conveniently be adapted to serve with a different garnish for children.

Pink Grapefruit, Cardamom and Lime Mocktails

Colorful non-alcoholic drink

These drinks are a zesty substitute to spirits, but furthermore create a tasty ingredient for a tequila-based cocktail.

Juniper and Lemon Martinis

Homemade martini cocktail

Homemade gin for a unique celebration drink, ideal for giving as a present or serving at gatherings.

Slow-Cooked Shredded Lamb Shoulder with Red Onion Sumac Salad

Slow-cooked lamb dish

Bask in the praise of this show-stopping centerpiece – no one will ever suspect how little effort was involved.

Chocolate Tart with Spiced Cranberry

Decadent chocolate cranberry tart

In this indulgent finale, puddles of warmly spiced cranberry sauce are baked into a chocolate filling for a duo that makes any surfeit of cranberries to good use.

Jeffrey Lutz
Jeffrey Lutz

Urban lifestyle enthusiast and reviewer with a passion for uncovering hidden gems in city living.