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When it involves hosting celebrations, individuals usually divide into a couple of very different camps: people that love it, and people that would prefer to do almost anything else. Staying organized in advance is essential, and selecting a few scrumptious dishes to start the evening will entertain your guests while you aim to manage everything.

Spicy Almonds with Fennel, Lemon & Paprika

These citrusy, spicy snacks prove to be a perfect companion for the refreshing pink grapefruit mocktails featured below.

Buckwheat Blinis with Ricotta and Salmon

A scrumptious holiday appetizer that can readily be modified to present with a fruity topping for children.

Cardamom-Lime Grapefruit Mocktails

These drinks are a zesty option to booze, but furthermore create a tasty mixer for a tequila-based cocktail.

Juniper and Lemon Martinis

Handcrafted gin for a special holiday cocktail, perfect for sharing or serving at parties.

Tender Lamb with a Zingy Sumac and Onion Salad

Bask in the praise of this show-stopping spread – your guests will for a moment suspect how minimal effort was needed.

Festive Chocolate Cranberry Tart

In this indulgent finale, pockets of warmly spiced cranberry jam are cooked into a chocolate frangipane for a flavor pairing that makes any surfeit of berries to delicious use.