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Thursday, October 15, 2026
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Final Hours to the Next Year: A New Year's Eve Spread.

When it comes to throwing gatherings, people usually split into a pair of quite distinct camps: those who enjoy doing it, and people that would choose to do almost anything else. Staying organized ahead of time is essential, and choosing a few delicious recipes to begin the evening will amuse your attendees while you work to keep the show on the road.

Spicy Almonds with Fennel, Lemon & Paprika

Savory almond snack

These zesty, flavorful snacks prove to be a perfect match for the refreshing pink grapefruit mocktails detailed next.

Buckwheat Blinis with Ricotta and Salmon

Festive starter with blinis

A delicious celebration starter that can easily be adapted to serve with a fruity garnish for the kids.

Cardamom-Lime Grapefruit Mocktails

Vibrant non-alcoholic drink

These drinks are a invigorating option to booze, but furthermore serve as a tasty mixer for a gin-based cocktail.

Festive Martinis with Juniper & Lemon

Classic martini cocktail

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

Slow-Cooked Shredded Lamb Shoulder with Red Onion Sumac Salad

Tender lamb dish

Revel in the glory of this show-stopping centerpiece – your guests will possibly suspect how modest work was required.

Festive Chocolate Cranberry Tart

Festive chocolate cranberry tart

In this rich finale, swirls of spiced cranberry jam are cooked into a chocolate base for a combination that uses any abundance of berries to good use.

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Laura Howard

A London-based film critic with a passion for uncovering cinematic treasures across the capital.

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