Countdown to 2026 a New Year's Eve menu
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Countdown to 2026  a New Year's Eve menu
Party hosts split into enthusiastic planners and those who prefer to avoid hosting. Early organisation and a selection of delicious, simple recipes help keep events running smoothly. Spicy, citrussy fennel, lemon and smoked paprika almonds provide a lively snack, while buckwheat blinis with ricotta and salmon work as an adaptable festive starter. Pink grapefruit, cardamom and lime mocktails offer a refreshing alcohol-free option and serve as mixers, while juniper and lemon martinis showcase home-infused gin for gifting or special occasions. Slow-cooked shredded lamb shoulder with red onion sumac salad makes an impressive low-effort main, and spiced cranberry and chocolate tart pairs baked cranberry sauce with chocolate frangipane for dessert.
"When it comes to throwing parties, the world falls into two quite distinct camps: those who love to do so, and those who would rather do almost anything else. Getting organised early is key, and finding a few delicious recipes to start the proceedings will amuse your guests while you try to keep the show on the road. Fennel, lemon and smoked paprika almonds Photograph: Yuki Sugiura/The Guardian"
"These spicy, citrussy snacks by Thomasina Miers go perfectly with the pink grapefruit mocktails below Buckwheat blinis with ricotta and salmon Photograph: Louise Hagger/The Guardian A delicious festive starter that can be adapted to serve with a sweet topping for the kids Pink grapefruit, cardamom and lime mocktails Photograph: Louise Hagger/The Guardian. These drinks are a refreshing alternative to booze, but also make a delicious mixer for a tequila or gin-based cocktail"
Read at www.theguardian.com
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