New Year's Eve

Czech open-faced sandwiches are a staple of New Year's Eve celebrations. Spread bread or baguette slices with a spread, add ham, salami, cheese, egg, pickles and garnish beautifully. Skewered canapés with mozzarella, cherry tomatoes and olives are an elegant alternative. Include a variety of spreads such as ham, egg or salmon for a diverse buffet.

New Year's Eve drinks add flair to the evening. A classic champagne cocktail, homemade mulled wine punch, Hugo spritz or a non-alcoholic mango-passion fruit mocktail are all excellent choices. Prepare fruit-infused ice cubes for eye-catching serving. Garnish each drink with a lemon slice, a sprig of rosemary or edible flowers for a luxurious touch.

Cheese fondue, mini quiche with salmon and dill, garlic prawns or savoury tartlets with cream cheese and caviar make wonderful warm starters. They are a wonderful complement to a cold buffet and add a touch of luxury to the New Year's Eve table. Serve them on preheated plates with fresh herbs and a drizzle of quality olive oil.

End the year on a sweet note. Chocolate truffles, mini cheesecakes, tiramisu in cups or fruit tartlets with vanilla cream are all excellent choices. Miniature sweets are ideal for parties as everyone can try several kinds. Add macarons, pralines or homemade caramel bonbons for an even more diverse selection on the New Year's Eve table.