It’s almost 2014, so time to throw a real yummy party to welcome the new year.

Here are some of my foolproof NYE party recipes, easy to prepare ahead and definitely crowd-pleasing.

So, raise your glasses and let me wish you a wonderful new year, with lots and lots of great food.

Drinks

Festive Marmalade Fizz  – tastes of cinnamon and orange, perfect for the festive season

Earl Fizz – Spike your champagne with some gin-Earl Grey flavours

Fingerfood

Bacon-wrapped dates with blue cheese – a surprising flavour combination

Sausage rolls – great to feed a crowd

Feta cake with courgette and mint – really easy and a winner with vegetarians

Hummus – my favourite party dip

Moroccan meatballs – exotic meaty treats

Coconut Wan Tans – crispy parcels of deliciousness

Other dishes

Coleslaw – the perfect side dish at any party

Pesto Pasta Salad – a great stomach-filler

Pumpkin Coconut Soup – a warming bowl to eat after midnight

Sweet treats

Chocolate Mousse – make one big bowl so everyone can help themselves

Mini Chocolate Beignets – people will love guessing what deep-fried celebration they’re getting

Whisky marmalade cake – the star at any party

More recipes here