6 New Year’s Dinner Ideas

Before we start the new year andset goals, make plans, and think about the future, we gather with friends, family, and loved ones to celebrate not just the past 12 months but a world of new beginnings — and perhaps, best of all, to enjoy someincredible food. We're talking decadent entrees, lavish appetizers, classic comfort foods, wonderful desserts, and new New Year's dinner ideas you can't wait to try.

What are you serving this New Year's Eve? Build your menu around any of these timeless treasures and we can guarantee one thing: a joyful meal (and a full and happy belly) for you and all your guests!

Finally, wrap up this New Year's dinner idea with some chocolate, a food that's known to symbolize love, passion, care, and a happy life.Individual Chocolate Lava CakesorChocolate Cherry Browniescelebrate the flavor of chocolate in wonderful ways and are sure to please even the pickiest of eaters.

Or go all out with this tantalizingRed Wine Chocolate Truffle Cake. Don't worry — making this one isn't that much more complicated than baking any standard chocolate cake. The thing that makes this cake so special, though, is that it contains a full cup ofHarry & David Cabernet Sauvignonand is topped with a box of exquisitechocolate truffles. What a way to welcome in 2026!