Tomorrow is Christmas Eve, my favorite holiday of the year. It’s the day I host The Feast of the Seven Fishes, the traditional Italian meal featuring at least seven different types of fish. I always prepare more than seven, because I can’t help myself. Go big or go home, as they say. This year, I’ll top out at 10.
I like to switch things up, so the menu changes from year to year. Here’s the menu for Christmas Eve 2008:
Cold Appetizers
Cheese & Crackers
Fresh Mozzarella w/Tomato & Basil
Shrimp Cocktail
Lobster pate
Salmon mousse
Baccala salad
Anchovies marinated in garlic & olive oil
Hot Appetizers
Crab Puffs
Fried Calamari
Fried Smelts
Popcorn Fish Nuggets
Salad Course
Tossed Salad
Pasta Course
Linguine with Red Clam Sauce
Main Course
Broiled Lobster tail
Steamed broccoli & cauliflower
Dessert
Cheesecake
Homemade cannoli
Coffee, tea, espresso
If would invite me over, I would be happy to partake in some of those delightful dishes!
My father has had a tradition for years – seafood on Christmas Eve! I can’t wait! It’s going to be great.
I wish you a very Merry Christmas to you and your family!
Merry Christmas to you and yours, Chief!