So a strange sense of holiday calm has descended over me. I think because for the first time in a long time, I am on top of my game. I have all my Christmas presents done, wrapped and under the tree. Most of the cards are written, they just need to be stamped and sent The presents for the fam are boxed and almost ready to go (I have to get a treat for the dog). Last night the hubs and I made color mix crayons for gifts for our friends and family who have little ones.
I have also been planning our Christmas eve meal, I have decided to make:
Beef Bourguignon
A frisee salad with warm goat cheese
Popovers (from Trader Joe's)
Served with:
Bordeaux wine
For dessert, I am not sure. I was thinking cream brulee but that may be too much. So I am thinking a simple apple tart.
It is just the Hubs and I that night and I wanted to start our own traditions so I figure that re-creating a meal we had on our honeymoon is a lovely start. Since we are spending the next day with his fam, I am going to make a two types of cupcakes for dessert! The hubs requested a banana cupcake with chocolate frosting and I know my niece loves red velvet so we may have to make those two.
Now, I have to plan New Year's eve! But this is my last week of work so I think that I can spend next week planning how to ring in 2010.
What about you, any new intimate holiday traditions this year?
2 comments:
Yay for you! It must feel good to have so much done.
This was our first year hosting Thanksgiving and will be our first time hosting Christmas, so I suppose everything will be a new tradition! :)
Mmmmm your dinner sounds delish- and a good wine pairing too!
I'm jealous that you have so much done too. I always procrastinate with Christmas gifts and this year is no different.
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