Final Hours to the Next Year: Your Holiday Feast.

When it is about throwing gatherings, guests usually separate into a couple of rather distinct categories: the ones that love doing it, and people that would prefer to do practically anything else. Staying organized in advance is key, and selecting a few tasty creations to start the festivities will amuse your guests while you work to hold everything together.

Fennel, Lemon and Smoked Paprika Almonds

Zesty almond snack

These citrusy, flavorful bites prove to be a ideal pairing for the refreshing pink grapefruit mocktails featured below.

Buckwheat Blinis with Ricotta and Salmon

Elegant starter with blinis

A delicious festive starter that can conveniently be adapted to offer with a different spread for the kids.

Refreshing Grapefruit Mocktails with Cardamom & Lime

Vibrant non-alcoholic drink

These concoctions are a invigorating option to booze, but also create a delicious ingredient for a gin-based beverage.

Juniper and Lemon Martinis

Classic martini cocktail

Homemade spirit for a particularly festive festive martini, perfect for sharing or pouring at events.

Slow-Cooked Shredded Lamb Shoulder with Red Onion Sumac Salad

Tender lamb dish

Bask in the admiration of this impressive feast – everyone will possibly realize how minimal work was involved.

Spiced Cranberry and Chocolate Tart

Festive chocolate cranberry tart

In this decadent dessert, swirls of warmly spiced cranberry compote are baked into a chocolaty frangipane for a combination that puts any abundance of berries to good purpose.

Karen Underwood
Karen Underwood

A seasoned real estate agent with over 10 years of experience in the Dutch market, specializing in residential properties and client-focused solutions.