Each year at Christmas my mother spends at least one whole week cooking. She lays on a three course meal several nights in a row for her friends and family. Last night it was our turn. She is a perfectionist - nothing is left to chance - not even the table decorations. We were served a lemon, feta and ricotta tart for starters, roast pork, turkey, vegetables and a delicious polenta cake wrapped in proscuitto for mains. This was all followed by a wonderful home made Christmas pudding. We all come home so stuffed full of great food that we sleep like angels. And last night, despite us agreeing to not buy any presents for each other this year, we all scored something small but meaningful.
Today I will begin preparations for our own Christmas lunch. It won't be anywhere near as extravagant as my mother's meal but it will be lovely all the same.
3 comments:
You have such a beautiful family. It sounds like you're having a lovely holiday.
Thanks Churlita. So far it's been quiet and somewhat relaxing. We've had rain galore which is a good thing but I don't want it to rain tomorrow - Christmas Day. Happy Christmas to you and yours whatever it is you end up doing.
Wish I'd been there too! The menu sounds divine, and I know Marcia does not disappoint when it comes to a fabulous meal. Thanks for sending the pictures. I wish all of your family a very Happy New Year! Mary
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