If you’re anything like us you’ll be hosting more than a few holiday celebrations this season. And, while we’ve all got a handful of tried-and-true recipes that we rely on for dinner parties and other get-togethers throughout the year, the holidays call for something extra special. That’s why we’ve rounded up all the holiday party essentials, right here. From appetizers and drinks (including eggnog!) through festive desserts, you’ll find everything you need for easy entertaining. We’ve even included some dazzling mains, like this gorgeous roast. You’ll be amazed at how much flavor it gets from a simple glaze of warming winter spices, maple syrup and tart pomegranate. It’s the perfect choice for a festive feast or sit-down dinner.

Marzipan (or maçapão) was introduced to India by Portuguese colonizers who settled in Goa. What makes the Goan version special is the use of cashew nuts, which are grown locally and less expensive than the traditional almonds. The cashew marzipan is delicately flavored with rose water and just a hint of almond extract. It can be used in many ways and during the holidays, like Christmas, New Years and Easter, the marzipan is tinted and pressed into molds to make these fun and colorful little treats.

A sausage and pepperoni pizza transforms into a festive wreath for the holiday season. Top with a golden-brown dough bow and sprinkle with fresh basil for a dish that's almost too cute to eat.

Ree uses festive colors for these tasty skewers: store-bought spinach tortellini and fresh mozzarella for white, cherry tomatoes for red and adrizzle of pesto for green.