When it involves hosting parties, individuals tend to split into a pair of quite distinct camps: people that love the process, and people that would prefer to do virtually another thing. Getting ready in advance is essential, and selecting a few tasty recipes to begin the proceedings will delight your attendees while you work to hold everything together.
Spicy Almonds with Fennel, Lemon & Paprika
These tangy, flavorful bites make for a perfect pairing for the vibrant pink grapefruit mocktails featured below.
Buckwheat Blinis with Ricotta and Salmon
A delicious celebration starter that can easily be adapted to serve with a sweet spread for younger guests.
Cardamom-Lime Grapefruit Mocktails
These concoctions are a zesty alternative to alcohol, but also create a tasty ingredient for a gin-based beverage.
Lemon-Infused Juniper Martinis
Home-infused gin for a unique festive drink, great for giving as a present or serving at parties.
Shredded Lamb Shoulder with Sumac Onion Salad
Revel in the glory of this stunning spread – everyone will ever guess how little effort was required.
Spiced Cranberry and Chocolate Tart
In this decadent sweet treat, puddles of aromatic cranberry compote are cooked into a chocolaty frangipane for a flavor pairing that puts any extra of cranberries to good use.
