Final Hours to the Next Year: Your Holiday Feast.

When it is about hosting celebrations, people often split into two very distinct groups: people that love it, and the ones that would prefer to do almost anything else. Staying prepared in advance is key, and finding a few tasty creations to begin the festivities will amuse your visitors while you work to manage everything.

Fennel, Lemon and Smoked Paprika Almonds

Savory almond snack

These tangy, spicy snacks make for a excellent pairing for the bright pink grapefruit mocktails featured further down.

Savory Blinis Topped with Salmon and Ricotta

Elegant starter with blinis

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

Pink Grapefruit, Cardamom and Lime Mocktails

Colorful non-alcoholic drink

These concoctions are a refreshing option to spirits, but also serve as a tasty mixer for a tequila-based cocktail.

Juniper and Lemon Martinis

Classic martini cocktail

Home-infused spirit for a special holiday martini, great for giving as a present or serving at parties.

Slow-Cooked Shredded Lamb Shoulder with Red Onion Sumac Salad

Slow-cooked lamb dish

Bask in the praise of this show-stopping spread – your guests will for a moment realize how modest preparation was required.

Festive Chocolate Cranberry Tart

Festive chocolate cranberry tart

In this indulgent sweet treat, swirls of warmly spiced cranberry sauce are baked into a dark chocolate filling for a duo that makes any extra of berries to good purpose.

Jason Fuentes
Jason Fuentes

A health journalist and wellness advocate with over a decade of experience in nutrition and fitness coaching.