🔗 Share this article Final Hours to the New Year: A Festive Feast. When it involves hosting celebrations, people often divide into a couple of rather different groups: people that love the process, and the ones that would prefer to do virtually anything else. Staying organized ahead of time is key, and finding a few tasty recipes to kick off the proceedings will entertain your attendees while you aim to keep the show on the road. Fennel, Lemon and Smoked Paprika Almonds These citrusy, spiced nibbles are a ideal companion for the bright pink grapefruit mocktails detailed below. Buckwheat Blinis with Ricotta and Salmon A delicious holiday appetizer that can readily be adapted to offer with a different topping for children. Refreshing Grapefruit Mocktails with Cardamom & Lime These beverages are a refreshing substitute to alcohol, but furthermore make a wonderful ingredient for a gin-based cocktail. Lemon-Infused Juniper Martinis Home-infused gin for a special celebration drink, perfect for gifting or offering at parties. Tender Lamb with a Zingy Sumac and Onion Salad Enjoy the praise of this show-stopping spread – no one will possibly realize how modest effort was involved. Spiced Cranberry and Chocolate Tart In this indulgent finale, pockets of spiced cranberry sauce are nestled into a chocolaty base for a duo that uses any surfeit of cranberries to excellent effect.