Countdown to the New Year: Your New Year's Eve Menu.

When it involves organizing celebrations, people tend to split into a pair of very separate camps: the ones that love the process, and those who would choose to do practically anything else. Being prepared ahead of time is crucial, and selecting a few delicious dishes to begin the proceedings will entertain your guests while you try to manage everything.

Citrusy Smoked Paprika Almonds with Fennel

These citrusy, spicy snacks make for a ideal companion for the refreshing pink grapefruit mocktails listed further down.

Buckwheat Blinis with Ricotta and Salmon

A scrumptious holiday appetizer that can conveniently be modified to serve with a sweet garnish for the kids.

Cardamom-Lime Grapefruit Mocktails

These drinks are a invigorating option to alcohol, but additionally serve as a delicious mixer for a gin-based drink.

Juniper and Lemon Martinis

Home-infused gin for a unique festive drink, ideal for giving as a present or serving at events.

Tender Lamb with a Zingy Sumac and Onion Salad

Bask in the praise of this show-stopping feast – your guests will ever realize how little work was involved.

Chocolate Tart with Spiced Cranberry

In this rich finale, pockets of aromatic cranberry sauce are baked into a dark chocolate filling for a combination that uses any abundance of cranberries to good use.