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Holiday Party: Cava Sangria Punch

I love how pretty this punch bowl recipe looks for a party. It was inspired by our favorite neighborhood cafe in Barcelona while researching The Forest Feast Mediterranean. In Spain, it is typically served in a pitcher but it’s perfect for a party to make it in a bowl

Note: Double the recipe for a mixing bowl or simply add equal parts juice and prosecco (or, like the recipe, add slightly less juice for a less sweet version). You can use any type of fruits that are in season. I used figs, cranberries, persimmons, apples, pomegranates, clementines, star fruit and edible flowers. Slice them thinly so they’ll float. (Tip: the pom seeds only float on top of larger items.)

Check out the video demonstration here.


Cava Sangria

1 bottle Cava or any dry sparkling white wine (750 ml)

2 c white grape juice (480 ml)

Mix in a pitcher with:

1 c raspberries (165 g)

1/2 grapefruit cut into triangles (peel on)

Serve chilled or over ice.


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For more holiday-centric party ideas, you might like:

Green Kale Dip

Holiday Appetizer: The Cheese Ball (video)

Holiday Cocktail Party