New Year's Eve Preparations: Luxurious Ingredients for a Grand Celebration

Creating a Night to Remember with Simple, Sophisticated Touches.

With the holidays in full swing and New Year’s Eve right around the corner, don’t miss the opportunity to wow your guests with fresh ideas and show-stopping presentations thanks to unique ingredients from Fresh Origins®. From microgreens and edible flowers to seasonal and specialty items, create luxurious and Instagram-worthy dishes perfect for ringing in 2025.

Part 1: Flavorful Additions for Refined Plating and Presentation

When it comes to building your New Year’s Eve menu, presentation is everything. Take traditional appetizers and desserts and make them extraordinary with simple ingredients swaps that showcase elegance. From bright, glamourous Pea Shoots Gold to tart and vibrant Micro Tangerine Lace™, check out our recommendations for upgrading your special occasion menus.

Pea Shoots Gold

Pea Shoots Gold host fierce yellow pea leaves with white crunchy stems. Their fresh sweet pea flavor and firm stalks are best used raw to add elegance and interest to a variety of dishes, ranging from crisp salads to rich meat or fish entrée. Find more information about Pea Shoots Gold here.

Wagyu Beef Tartar with Pea Shoots Gold
Chef Ryley Eckersley

Menu Inspiration:
For your New Year’s Eve menu, try adding Pea Shoots Gold to a plate of perfectly seared scallops served atop a refreshing mango salsa. The shoots add color and crunch, making a festive dish perfect for a special night out.

Micro Tangerine Lace™

With a crisp and tender texture, Micro Tangerine Lace™ offers a bright citrus and green herb flavor with distinct notes of tangerine and orange. Elevate your end of year dishes with the zesty kick and vibrant color of Micro Tangerine Lace™, perfect for both savory and sweet applications year-round. Find more information about Micro Tangerine Lace™ here.

Menu Inspiration:
Ideal for dressing seafood, poultry, salads, and desserts, these delicate greens add a fabulous and unique touch to your culinary creations. Add them to a decadent chocolate and mascarpone tart, bringing fresh citrus flavor to an otherwise rich dessert menu.

Petite® Burgundy Eclipse™

Petite® Burgundy Eclipse™ features broad green leaves with a striking maroon to burgundy coloration spreading from the center stem. These fresh and crunchy greens offer a mild flavor with earthy notes, making them versatile enough to incorporate in multiple dishes on a single holiday menu. Find more information about Petite® Burgundy Eclipse™ here.

Menu Inspiration:
Perfect for adding wow-factor to a winter stone fruit salad or creating contrast with a decadent filet, Petite® Burgundy Eclipse™ not only adds stunning visual appeal but also contributes a complementary flavor that enhances a variety of dishes.

Zucchini with Flower

For the ultimate New Year’s Eve showstopper, look no further than Zucchini with Flower. Offering a stunning combination of Squash Flowers attached to succulent Zucchini, they are perfect for grilling or using separately in various dishes. Find more information about Zucchini with Flower here.

Menu Inspiration:
The delicate zucchini blossoms can be filled with a savory ricotta and herb mixture, then lightly battered and fried until golden; perfect for a sophisticated New Year’s Eve appetizer.

Part 2: Colorful Ingredients for Celebratory Dining Experiences

To capture customers ringing in the new year, consider embracing unique and vibrant visuals with flavor combinations worthy of a celebration. Create fireworks on the plate and palate with our top selections of edible flowers and flower mixes.

Micro Flowers Blend™

Micro Flowers Blend™ showcases a combination of micro flowers that together create an aromatic confetti of color worthy of a celebration. Micro Star Flower™, Micro Dianthus™, Micro Sun Daisy™, Micro Orchids™, and more shine on a variety of beverages and dishes, making them the perfect addition to this year’s New Year’s Eve menu. Find more information about Micro Flowers Blend™ here.

Menu Inspiration:
For the perfect end to an elegant meal, add a light and delicate champagne sorbet to the menu, topped with raspberries and Micro Flowers Blend™, all served in elegant coupe glasses to keep it chic and elevated.

Cosmos

Cosmos have lovely large pink, rose, maroon, and white colored flowers and a mild carrot flavor. Elevate a variety of festive dishes like salads and pastas with this charming flower or dress-up dessert and main entrées. Find more information about Cosmos here.

Menu Inspiration:
If you are looking for a flower that makes a statement, Cosmos are a stunning addition to cocktails and main dishes. Use these big and bright flowers to add color to fresh pappardelle pasta tossed in a creamy saffron sauce, with lobster tail meat and a sprinkle of fresh Cosmo petals.

Fuchsia Mix

Prepare for a flavor sensation as the Fuchsia Mix offers layers of taste, adding a delightful combination of sweetness and zesty spiciness to any dish. Its vibrant colors and unique flavor profile truly elevate the presentation and taste of culinary creations. Find more information about Fuchsia Mix here.

Menu Inspiration:
Freeze whole fuchsia petals inside ice cubes to create beautiful, edible ice cubes that can be added to cocktails and mocktails. These cubes will slowly release a splash of color as they melt, making every sip more exciting for festive New Year’s Eve menus.