Celebration to the Next Year: The New Year's Eve Spread.

When it involves organizing gatherings, guests usually separate into a couple of quite separate groups: the ones that enjoy it, and those who would prefer to do virtually anything else. Getting organized in advance is key, and finding a few scrumptious dishes to start the proceedings will amuse your attendees while you try to manage everything.

Spicy Almonds with Fennel, Lemon & Paprika

Spicy almond snack

These citrusy, spicy bites make for a perfect companion for the refreshing pink grapefruit mocktails featured further down.

Buckwheat Blinis with Ricotta and Salmon

Festive starter with blinis

A delicious holiday starter that can readily be adapted to serve with a different spread for the kids.

Refreshing Grapefruit Mocktails with Cardamom & Lime

Colorful non-alcoholic drink

These concoctions are a invigorating option to alcohol, but also create a tasty ingredient for a tequila-based drink.

Lemon-Infused Juniper Martinis

Homemade martini cocktail

Handcrafted spirit for a special festive drink, great for gifting or serving at parties.

Tender Lamb with a Zingy Sumac and Onion Salad

Succulent lamb dish

Bask in the praise of this show-stopping spread – everyone will possibly realize how minimal work was involved.

Festive Chocolate Cranberry Tart

Rich chocolate cranberry tart

In this rich finale, swirls of warmly spiced cranberry sauce are baked into a chocolate frangipane for a combination that makes any extra of berries to excellent purpose.

David Massey
David Massey

A tech journalist and digital strategist based in London, specializing in emerging technologies and startup ecosystems across Europe.