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When it involves organizing parties, guests tend to divide into a pair of very different camps: people that adore it, and the ones that would prefer to do virtually another thing. Staying prepared in advance is crucial, and choosing a few tasty recipes to begin the festivities will entertain your guests while you try to hold everything together.

Fennel, Lemon and Smoked Paprika Almonds

These zesty, flavorful snacks make for a ideal match for the bright pink grapefruit mocktails featured next.

Buckwheat Blinis with Ricotta and Salmon

A delectable celebration first course that can readily be modified to offer with a different spread for younger guests.

Cardamom-Lime Grapefruit Mocktails

These drinks are a invigorating substitute to booze, but furthermore serve as a tasty mixer for a gin-based drink.

Juniper and Lemon Martinis

Home-infused gin for a special holiday cocktail, great for gifting or pouring at events.

Shredded Lamb Shoulder with Sumac Onion Salad

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

Chocolate Tart with Spiced Cranberry

In this indulgent sweet treat, puddles of spiced cranberry jam are baked into a chocolate base for a duo that puts any surfeit of holiday fruit to delicious effect.