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When it involves organizing gatherings, guests usually divide into a pair of quite separate camps: people that adore it, and the ones that would choose to do virtually something else. Staying ready early is essential, and finding a few tasty recipes to start the evening will delight your attendees while you try to hold everything together.

Citrusy Smoked Paprika Almonds with Fennel

These citrusy, flavorful bites prove to be a excellent match for the refreshing pink grapefruit mocktails featured further down.

Salmon & Ricotta on Buckwheat Blinis

A delicious celebration first course that can readily be modified to offer with a sweet garnish for children.

Refreshing Grapefruit Mocktails with Cardamom & Lime

These drinks are a zesty alternative to spirits, but also create a wonderful ingredient for a gin-based drink.

Festive Martinis with Juniper & Lemon

Home-infused spirit for a unique celebration martini, great for gifting or offering at gatherings.

Tender Lamb with a Zingy Sumac and Onion Salad

Enjoy the glory of this show-stopping centerpiece – everyone will ever realize how modest work was required.

Chocolate Tart with Spiced Cranberry

In this rich dessert, puddles of aromatic cranberry compote are cooked into a chocolate base for a combination that makes any surfeit of holiday fruit to excellent purpose.