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Final Hours to 2026: A Holiday Feast.

When it comes to throwing parties, individuals often split into a pair of very separate groups: people that love the process, and people that would prefer to do virtually another thing. Being ready in advance is key, and choosing a few tasty dishes to start the evening will amuse your visitors while you aim to hold everything together.

Fennel, Lemon and Smoked Paprika Almonds

Spicy almond snack

These tangy, spiced bites make for a ideal match for the bright pink grapefruit mocktails detailed below.

Salmon & Ricotta on Buckwheat Blinis

Delicious starter with blinis

A scrumptious celebration first course that can easily be modified to offer with a fruity spread for the kids.

Pink Grapefruit, Cardamom and Lime Mocktails

Citrusy non-alcoholic drink

These drinks are a invigorating substitute to spirits, but also serve as a delicious base for a tequila-based drink.

Festive Martinis with Juniper & Lemon

Sophisticated martini cocktail

Home-infused spirit for a special celebration martini, great for giving as a present or serving at parties.

Shredded Lamb Shoulder with Sumac Onion Salad

Slow-cooked lamb dish

Enjoy the admiration of this stunning feast – no one will for a moment suspect how minimal preparation was involved.

Chocolate Tart with Spiced Cranberry

Rich chocolate cranberry tart

In this indulgent dessert, puddles of warmly spiced cranberry jam are baked into a chocolaty filling for a duo that makes any surfeit of holiday fruit to delicious use.

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Tonya Hunt

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