πŸ₯‚ Your New Year's Eve Menu (Party or Cozy Night In)


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Hey there,

New Year's Eve should be fun - for everyone, including the host. Whether you're hosting friends, bringing a dish to share, or planning a quiet evening in, let's keep it simple and delicious.

Start with a Festive Drink:

  • ​French 75 (my favorite NYE cocktail!)
  • ​Virgin Margarita (a surprising ingredient makes it equally special without the alcohol)

Crowd-Pleasing Appetizers:

Pro tip: Pick just 3-4 appetizers and make them well, rather than overwhelming yourself with too many options.

Staying In? Make it Special:

Option 1: Steakhouse at Home

Option 2: Simple but Elegant

Want the Complete Party Guide? Get my New Year's Eve Game Plan for everything from appetizer quantities to the perfect playlist - it's all the little details that make the difference.

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All my best,

French 75 Cocktail

"I just made one of these, using your exact measures and proportions, only substituting drinkable, affordable, small-bottle prosecco for the champagne, and it’s a keeper. A smashing sweetish cocktail. The lemon chases the sugar down like a dachshund after a hare.
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I have syrup left. Excuse me while I go make another." ~Vincent

Virgin Margarita

"Tried this one tonight and was not disappointed. Very tasty." ~Cindie

Salt Potatoes

"I had never heard of these and made them for the first time last evening to accompany a roast. A delicious meal as an offset to the snowy day-in in Toronto, made even better with these potatoes! Definitely a company-worthy dish." ~Susan

Spicy Deviled Eggs

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Brie Puff Pastry Bites


Bacon Wrapped Dates


Bacon Wrapped Filet Mignon


Twice Baked Potatoes

"I made these and followed the recipe to a β€œT”! They were the best twice baked potatoes EVER! Easy to follow instructions with perfect results!" ~Chey

Classic Wedge Salad

"Easy to make a tastes delicious. I made it for my partner and 4 of our friends, nothing was left on anyones plate!" ~Laura

Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta

"I have made this several times. Among many recipes for this dish, this is a superb one. It’s simple and fast, and the results are scrumptious." ~Alice

Little Gem Salad

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