🔗 Share this article Celebration to the Next Year: A Festive Menu. When it involves throwing parties, individuals usually separate into two rather separate camps: people that adore it, and people that would rather to do virtually anything else. Staying prepared ahead of time is essential, and finding a few tasty dishes to kick off the evening will amuse your guests while you aim to keep the show on the road. Citrusy Smoked Paprika Almonds with Fennel These citrusy, flavorful snacks prove to be a perfect pairing for the bright pink grapefruit mocktails featured further down. Salmon & Ricotta on Buckwheat Blinis A delicious celebration first course that can conveniently be adapted to serve with a fruity garnish for children. Pink Grapefruit, Cardamom and Lime Mocktails These concoctions are a refreshing substitute to spirits, but furthermore make a tasty base for a tequila-based drink. Juniper and Lemon Martinis Homemade gin for a special celebration martini, great for sharing or pouring at parties. Shredded Lamb Shoulder with Sumac Onion Salad Bask in the admiration of this impressive centerpiece – everyone will ever realize how modest effort was required. Spiced Cranberry and Chocolate Tart In this indulgent finale, puddles of aromatic cranberry jam are baked into a dark chocolate frangipane for a combination that uses any extra of cranberries to delicious effect.