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

When it is about hosting celebrations, people often separate into a couple of quite separate camps: those who enjoy the process, and the ones that would rather to do virtually anything else. Being organized early is crucial, and selecting a few tasty creations to begin the evening will entertain your attendees while you try to keep the show on the road.

Spicy Almonds with Fennel, Lemon & Paprika

Spicy almond snack

These citrusy, flavorful nibbles make for a ideal pairing for the vibrant pink grapefruit mocktails featured next.

Buckwheat Blinis with Ricotta and Salmon

Festive starter with blinis

A delicious festive first course that can conveniently be altered to serve with a different garnish for younger guests.

Pink Grapefruit, Cardamom and Lime Mocktails

Vibrant non-alcoholic drink

These beverages are a zesty option to alcohol, but additionally create a tasty ingredient for a gin-based cocktail.

Festive Martinis with Juniper & Lemon

Sophisticated martini cocktail

Home-infused spirit for a special festive drink, great for sharing or offering at events.

Shredded Lamb Shoulder with Sumac Onion Salad

Succulent lamb dish

Revel in the glory of this stunning feast – your guests will ever suspect how minimal preparation was required.

Festive Chocolate Cranberry Tart

Festive chocolate cranberry tart

In this decadent dessert, puddles of aromatic cranberry sauce are cooked into a chocolaty filling for a flavor pairing that makes any extra of cranberries to good use.

Crystal Combs
Crystal Combs

Elena Voss is a nightlife journalist and event curator with over a decade of experience covering luxury entertainment and VIP culture worldwide.