This year, why not rediscover some classic seasonal tipples, such as snowballs or eggnog?

Three things to make and do

The days between Christmas and New Year’s Eve lend themselves to casual get-togethers centred around sharing plates – plus a showstopping treat or two

Ingredients (Serves 8) 65 g ready-to-eat dried apricots, chopped 65 g ready-to-eat dried figs, chopped 75 g ready-to-eat dried prunes, chopped 65 g Maraschino or glacé cherries, halved Half an orange,

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Round off the evening with a sweet tipple to keep spirits bright, or perhaps as a stand-in for dessert