The Christmas Table

Christmas is family time. It is the time to relax, cherish, enjoy and indulge in the company as much as the food. It definitely helps to have a laden table to get the spirit going. So, here are are some ideas for the table from start to finish, from the first sip and nibble until a smooth finish with a glass of amber liquid.

SIPS

Royal Salute

Peach Basil Spritzer

Spiced Apple Pomegranate Cider

NIBBLES

Molasses, Cumin and Tarragon Cured Rainbow Trout

Smoky Apple Chips

Sardine Pâté

Chicken Curry Puffs

Chipotle Chicken Empanadas

Caramelised Onion, Paneer and Basil Pierogis

SAVORY - FOR THE TABLE

Roast Parsley Root and Lady Apple Soup

Roasted Butternut Squash and Broccoli Soup

Stuffed Eggplant Confit

Stuffed Squid in Saffron Tomato Sauce

Scallops and Sweet Potatoes

Bouillabaisse

Indian Spice Marinated Lamb Chops

Beef Roulade with Apples

Goan Pork Vindaloo

DESSERTS - FOR THE TABLE

Chocolate Pavlova with Chestnut Creme, Raspberries and Clementines

Orange Poached Pears

Drunken Pumpkin Bread Pudding

Fruit Cake with White Chocolate Mascarpone Frosting & Fresh Raspberries

Eggless Apple Cake

Chocolate Torte With Orange curd

AFTER DINNER BITES - COFFEE & WHISKY

Chocolate Peanut Butter Crinkles

Fig, Cashew & Cardamom Biscotti

Double Chocolate Ice Cream