Ho Ho Ho ... Burp!

Christmas is a time for family and friends. Christmas is a time for celebration. For me personally, Christmas is a great reason to cook ... for what better joy than to have people you love congregate to enjoy the fruits of your labour of love!

Japanese inspired shrimp hors d' oeuvre

Garlic croutons - the kids love to help out with these

Pumpkin soup 

Thyme Mustard Garlic Roasted Chicken stuffed with onions

Hot and Smouldering BBQ Baby Back Ribs

Creamy pesto prawn and squid pasta - I wasn't in time with my handy camera before it was nearly finished

Caesar salad with home made dressing and an overload of pan fried bacon bits

A lightweight tiramisu - one that's kinder to the waistline

A slice of tiramisu heaven