Christmas in July!

Picobello has been cooking and baking away for some catering functions lately- and while we can't put up pictures of the food- we can give some great ideas for you to hold your own event. And what better way than a Christmas in July?! Sometimes we just need a reason to call up all our friends and family and have a great time together, so this is the perfect excuse.

Now I know what you are thinking- I don't have the time (or the energy) to host and event- all that cooking and decorating and cleaning, and then there is the expense. Don't stress- to make thing easier for every one- give each family/ couple/ guest a food item they must bring for the day.It's kinda like the sophisticated version of a bring and share! You can even plan the menu and hand out the recipes to each person. And decor comes out of your already large collection of Christmas items or discounted Christmas items still available at the shops. As long as there is lots or red and cheer to go around, everyone will have a great time!

Now for some menu ideas:

Starters

Butternut soup served with crunchy croutons and swirled cream

Exotic mushroom risotto

Blue cheese and walnut salad

Beef tortellini served with cream truffle sauce

Mains

Honey glazed gammon

Stuffed turkey

Mustard roast beef

Sweet roast pork leg

Greek lamb (lemon and garlic)

Crispy roast baby potatoes

Butter sage rice

Moroccan couscous

Glazed carrots

Brown sugar roasted butternut

Seasonal roast vegetables

Pumpkin pie

Stuffed peppers

Bacon brussel sprouts

Garlic string beans

Delicious gravy

Desserts

Chocolate brownie Christmas hats

Fruit cake served with custard

Brandy pudding with whipped cream

Caramel cheesecakes

Trifle cups

Christmas ice cream sundae's

Now that you head is swimming in delicious ideas- go forth and plan!