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Saturday, October 17, 2026
Elite Gaming Daily

Countdown to the New Year: The Holiday Spread.

When it involves hosting parties, individuals tend to separate into a pair of quite distinct categories: the ones that enjoy doing it, and the ones that would choose to do virtually another thing. Being prepared in advance is essential, and selecting a few scrumptious dishes to kick off the proceedings will delight your visitors while you aim to keep the show on the road.

Citrusy Smoked Paprika Almonds with Fennel

Zesty almond snack

These tangy, spicy bites prove to be a ideal pairing for the bright pink grapefruit mocktails listed further down.

Buckwheat Blinis with Ricotta and Salmon

Festive starter with blinis

A delicious holiday first course that can readily be altered to offer with a fruity spread for younger guests.

Refreshing Grapefruit Mocktails with Cardamom & Lime

Citrusy non-alcoholic drink

These drinks are a refreshing substitute to booze, but also make a delicious ingredient for a tequila-based beverage.

Juniper and Lemon Martinis

Homemade martini cocktail

Home-infused spirit for a particularly festive holiday cocktail, great for sharing or offering at parties.

Tender Lamb with a Zingy Sumac and Onion Salad

Tender lamb dish

Enjoy the glory of this stunning spread – no one will for a moment guess how modest work was required.

Spiced Cranberry and Chocolate Tart

Festive chocolate cranberry tart

In this indulgent sweet treat, puddles of warmly spiced cranberry jam are cooked into a chocolaty filling for a combination that puts any extra of holiday fruit to good use.

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Melissa Rice

A seasoned gaming journalist with over a decade of experience covering esports and indie game development.

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