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When it comes to organizing gatherings, individuals usually divide into a couple of quite different categories: the ones that adore doing it, and those who would prefer to do almost anything else. Being ready in advance is essential, and finding a few scrumptious recipes to begin the festivities will entertain your attendees while you try to hold everything together.

Citrusy Smoked Paprika Almonds with Fennel

These citrusy, spiced snacks prove to be a perfect pairing for the vibrant pink grapefruit mocktails featured next.

Salmon & Ricotta on Buckwheat Blinis

A delectable holiday appetizer that can readily be altered to offer with a different spread for the kids.

Refreshing Grapefruit Mocktails with Cardamom & Lime

These concoctions are a zesty alternative to alcohol, but additionally serve as a tasty ingredient for a gin-based beverage.

Lemon-Infused Juniper Martinis

Home-infused gin for a particularly festive holiday cocktail, perfect for sharing or serving at parties.

Slow-Cooked Shredded Lamb Shoulder with Red Onion Sumac Salad

Revel in the admiration of this impressive feast – everyone will for a moment guess how modest preparation was involved.

Spiced Cranberry and Chocolate Tart

In this decadent sweet treat, puddles of warmly spiced cranberry jam are baked into a chocolaty filling for a flavor pairing that uses any surfeit of cranberries to delicious effect.