As ever, there will be fireworks to enjoy around the capital (or to see on BBC One!) and while festive food might not be the main attraction, it can help make your night special.
Here are some of the best options to fuel a perfect end to 2024.
Needs spice… Some chips are a good starting point
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Something spicy: Vegan bean chilli fries
A winter warmer for a potentially chilly evening, this is a comfort food with a kick.
“This plant-based dish is great for entertaining, whether for a movie night or party,” chef Esther Clark says.
Grapes… The key to good luck if not good health?
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Good luck, babe: Sour patch grapes
Whether or not it leaves you lucky in love for 2025, you will at least enjoy this snack.
Green New Year’s Day: Homemade guacamole
If you have pita, crisps, tortilla or chips to hand, a perfect dip is guacamole – which is even nicer if you are able to make your own.
She wrote: “I’m obviously a huge fan of a mix-in moment, but for this guacamole recipe, I prefer to keep it simple to really let the star of the show -avocados- shine.”
Every Lidl helps…
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The middle aisle option: Lidl’s NYE selections
Some of our favourite choices of what’s on offer include gyoza with a dip and cheese quiches – both of which can be bought together for £6.
The M&S range of sausage rolls for those not fancying the DIY
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Have any meat to use up from Christmas? (providing it is still OK to eat)
BBC Good Food has this recipe that can bring together a few highlights from the season in a neatly packed greatest hits sausage roll.
Cheaper by the dozen: Harissa deviled eggs
But the joy doesn’t finish there. She adds: “And as a bonus for making all that crispy sweet-savory goodness, you’re awarded with a shallot-infused oil perfect for salad dressings, chili oils, frying eggs.”
This is a treat you can enjoy into the new year…
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The future is orange: The Sainsbury’s offering
Our picks are the oriental range, including vegetable bao, king prawn selections and dim sum. It’s not quite Chinese New Year, but why not indulge?
Look out that not all of the items are included in the three-for-two offer.
Something sweet and sour: Lemon drizzle cake
Looking for a cake to celebrate the new year, BBC Good Food has promoted this lemon drizzle cake as a crowd pleaser.
“Take the humble lemon drizzle to new heights with this next level recipe,” says chef Barney Desmazery.