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Friday, October 9, 2026
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Countdown to the Next Year: The Festive Feast.

When it is about hosting celebrations, guests usually separate into a couple of rather distinct camps: people that love it, and those who would choose to do virtually another thing. Getting ready ahead of time is essential, and choosing a few scrumptious dishes to start the festivities will amuse your visitors while you aim to hold everything together.

Spicy Almonds with Fennel, Lemon & Paprika

Savory almond snack

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

Savory Blinis Topped with Salmon and Ricotta

Delicious starter with blinis

A delicious festive first course that can easily be adapted to serve with a fruity spread for younger guests.

Cardamom-Lime Grapefruit Mocktails

Vibrant non-alcoholic drink

These drinks are a refreshing option to spirits, but furthermore create a tasty base for a gin-based cocktail.

Juniper and Lemon Martinis

Classic martini cocktail

Handcrafted spirit for a particularly festive festive cocktail, ideal for gifting or pouring at gatherings.

Tender Lamb with a Zingy Sumac and Onion Salad

Succulent lamb dish

Revel in the admiration of this stunning feast – everyone will for a moment suspect how little work was involved.

Spiced Cranberry and Chocolate Tart

Decadent chocolate cranberry tart

In this indulgent sweet treat, swirls of aromatic cranberry compote are baked into a chocolate filling for a duo that uses any abundance of berries to delicious effect.

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Kristin Fletcher

A design consultant with over a decade of experience in contemporary interiors and sustainable architecture.

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