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When it comes to organizing celebrations, guests often divide into two very separate camps: those who love doing it, and the ones that would prefer to do virtually another thing. Being organized early is crucial, and choosing a few tasty dishes to kick off the proceedings will entertain your attendees while you aim to manage everything.

Citrusy Smoked Paprika Almonds with Fennel

These tangy, flavorful snacks make for a perfect match for the bright pink grapefruit mocktails featured below.

Buckwheat Blinis with Ricotta and Salmon

A scrumptious celebration appetizer that can readily be modified to serve with a sweet garnish for the kids.

Pink Grapefruit, Cardamom and Lime Mocktails

These concoctions are a invigorating option to booze, but also create a delicious ingredient for a gin-based cocktail.

Festive Martinis with Juniper & Lemon

Homemade gin for a particularly festive celebration cocktail, perfect for sharing or serving at parties.

Slow-Cooked Shredded Lamb Shoulder with Red Onion Sumac Salad

Bask in the praise of this show-stopping spread – everyone will ever guess how modest preparation was involved.

Chocolate Tart with Spiced Cranberry

In this decadent sweet treat, puddles of warmly spiced cranberry jam are baked into a chocolate filling for a duo that uses any surfeit of holiday fruit to excellent use.