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Countdown to 2026: A Festive Menu.

When it involves hosting parties, people often separate into a couple of rather separate categories: people that love doing it, and those who would rather to do virtually another thing. Being organized early is key, and choosing a few tasty dishes to begin the festivities will delight your attendees while you work to keep the show on the road.

Citrusy Smoked Paprika Almonds with Fennel

Zesty almond snack

These citrusy, spiced bites prove to be a perfect companion for the refreshing pink grapefruit mocktails listed next.

Savory Blinis Topped with Salmon and Ricotta

Elegant starter with blinis

A delicious holiday appetizer that can conveniently be modified to present with a sweet spread for younger guests.

Cardamom-Lime Grapefruit Mocktails

Vibrant non-alcoholic drink

These concoctions are a zesty option to spirits, but also create a delicious ingredient for a tequila-based cocktail.

Lemon-Infused Juniper Martinis

Sophisticated martini cocktail

Homemade gin for a special celebration martini, perfect for sharing or serving at gatherings.

Shredded Lamb Shoulder with Sumac Onion Salad

Succulent lamb dish

Enjoy the admiration of this stunning spread – your guests will ever realize how minimal work was involved.

Chocolate Tart with Spiced Cranberry

Decadent chocolate cranberry tart

In this decadent sweet treat, puddles of spiced cranberry sauce are baked into a dark chocolate base for a flavor pairing that makes any surfeit of holiday fruit to delicious use.

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Sherri Sutton

A cultural anthropologist and writer passionate about documenting societal shifts and their impact on everyday life.

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