🔗 Share this article Countdown to the Next Year: The Festive Feast. When it involves organizing parties, people often split into two rather distinct categories: people that love doing it, and people that would choose to do virtually anything else. Getting organized in advance is essential, and selecting a few delicious recipes to kick off the festivities will delight your visitors while you work to keep the show on the road. Spicy Almonds with Fennel, Lemon & Paprika These zesty, spiced bites are a perfect match for the bright pink grapefruit mocktails detailed further down. Savory Blinis Topped with Salmon and Ricotta A delectable celebration starter that can easily be adapted to offer with a sweet spread for the kids. Refreshing Grapefruit Mocktails with Cardamom & Lime These beverages are a refreshing substitute to alcohol, but furthermore create a tasty base for a tequila-based beverage. Juniper and Lemon Martinis Handcrafted gin for a particularly festive holiday cocktail, great for giving as a present or serving at gatherings. Tender Lamb with a Zingy Sumac and Onion Salad Enjoy the praise of this show-stopping centerpiece – your guests will possibly realize how little effort was involved. Chocolate Tart with Spiced Cranberry In this decadent dessert, swirls of aromatic cranberry jam are baked into a dark chocolate frangipane for a flavor pairing that puts any abundance of berries to good effect.