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Final Hours to the Next Year: The Holiday Menu.

When it is about organizing parties, people often split into a couple of quite distinct groups: those who love doing it, and people that would prefer to do virtually another thing. Staying organized in advance is key, and selecting a few scrumptious recipes to kick off the proceedings will entertain your attendees while you aim to manage everything.

Citrusy Smoked Paprika Almonds with Fennel

Savory almond snack

These citrusy, spiced nibbles are a perfect companion for the refreshing pink grapefruit mocktails detailed further down.

Salmon & Ricotta on Buckwheat Blinis

Delicious starter with blinis

A delicious holiday first course that can easily be adapted to offer with a sweet garnish for the kids.

Refreshing Grapefruit Mocktails with Cardamom & Lime

Citrusy non-alcoholic drink

These beverages are a refreshing alternative to booze, but also create a delicious base for a gin-based cocktail.

Festive Martinis with Juniper & Lemon

Classic martini cocktail

Homemade spirit for a special celebration drink, perfect for giving as a present or pouring at events.

Slow-Cooked Shredded Lamb Shoulder with Red Onion Sumac Salad

Slow-cooked lamb dish

Enjoy the praise of this stunning centerpiece – no one will possibly suspect how modest preparation was involved.

Spiced Cranberry and Chocolate Tart

Rich chocolate cranberry tart

In this rich dessert, puddles of aromatic cranberry jam are baked into a chocolaty frangipane for a flavor pairing that puts any abundance of holiday fruit to excellent purpose.

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Lori Jordan

Sophie Jansen is a freelance writer and urban culture enthusiast based in Amsterdam, covering music, art, and street style.

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