Final Hours to the Next Year: Your New Year's Eve Menu.

When it comes to organizing gatherings, people usually divide into a couple of rather different camps: people that enjoy doing it, and people that would choose to do almost something else. Getting organized ahead of time is crucial, and choosing a few scrumptious dishes to start the festivities will delight your attendees while you aim to manage everything.

Spicy Almonds with Fennel, Lemon & Paprika

These citrusy, flavorful nibbles prove to be a ideal pairing for the vibrant pink grapefruit mocktails listed below.

Buckwheat Blinis with Ricotta and Salmon

A delectable holiday first course 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 serve as a wonderful base for a gin-based drink.

Juniper and Lemon Martinis

Home-infused gin for a unique celebration cocktail, perfect for giving as a present or serving at gatherings.

Slow-Cooked Shredded Lamb Shoulder with Red Onion Sumac Salad

Bask in the glory of this show-stopping centerpiece – everyone will possibly guess how little work was needed.

Chocolate Tart with Spiced Cranberry

In this rich sweet treat, puddles of warmly spiced cranberry jam are baked into a chocolate filling for a flavor pairing that uses any surfeit of berries to good purpose.