When it involves throwing parties, guests tend to separate into a pair of quite separate camps: people that adore doing it, and the ones that would prefer to do almost anything else. Being organized ahead of time is essential, and selecting a few tasty dishes to begin the evening will delight your attendees while you try to hold everything together.
Citrusy Smoked Paprika Almonds with Fennel
These tangy, spiced nibbles are a perfect match for the refreshing pink grapefruit mocktails detailed further down.
Savory Blinis Topped with Salmon and Ricotta
A delectable holiday first course that can readily be altered to serve with a different topping for younger guests.
Pink Grapefruit, Cardamom and Lime Mocktails
These drinks are a refreshing substitute to spirits, but additionally serve as a tasty base for a gin-based beverage.
Festive Martinis with Juniper & Lemon
Handcrafted gin for a unique holiday martini, great for sharing or offering at parties.
Slow-Cooked Shredded Lamb Shoulder with Red Onion Sumac Salad
Enjoy the praise of this stunning feast – no one will ever guess how modest work was required.
Chocolate Tart with Spiced Cranberry
In this indulgent finale, pockets of warmly spiced cranberry compote are cooked into a chocolaty frangipane for a combination that makes any abundance of berries to delicious use.
