Dinner on Christmas Eve: Suggestions to Make It More Delicious
November marks the arrival of cold temperatures in the northern hemisphere and the beginning of long sunny days in the southern hemisphere. At the same time, it brings a unique atmosphere filled with magic that starts to envelop everyone in the Christmas spirit. This special month is synonymous with moments of joy and family sharing during the most anticipated festive season, which arrives on December 25th: Christmas. Read below for tasty suggestions for your Christmas dinner.
After all, this is a moment of celebration and gathering where cities are adorned with lights, and families come together to bond through the sharing of affection, laughter, and stories.
Indeed, this magical moment calls for an unparalleled and ultra-delicious gastronomic experience that will comfort the entire family.
Tasty Suggestions for Your Christmas Dinner Christmas dinner, also known as ‘consoada,’ is a holiday tradition that transcends cultures and generations, translating into a unique family unity moment. It is marked by sharing affection, laughter, and stories around a table while enjoying a feast.
On this special day, families also gather in the kitchen to breathe life into Christmas recipes passed down from generation to generation, which will be savored later.
To make your Christmas dinner harmonious, we invite you to follow our menu suggestion. Combine the traditional with something modern to treat your loved ones to a comforting meal.
Main Course The main course is the star of Christmas dinner and, for this reason, it is important to choose it wisely. Its preparation should be well thought out so that its taste is rich and truly unique.
For this reason, we suggest preparing a delicious stuffed turkey with sautéed potatoes or roasted duck with turnip greens and yellow rice.
Regarding the fish dish, we recommend presenting cooked or sautéed seafood and delicious shellfish, which can be accompanied by a Caesar salad or sweet potato puree.
Seasonal Fruit for Christmas Dinner It is essential for a meal to provide all the necessary nutrients and vitamins for human health. In this regard, we suggest consuming some seasonal fruits after the main course, as consuming certain fruits in their respective seasons is the best way to enjoy all their nutrients.
Therefore, if you are in the northern hemisphere, we recommend consuming pineapple and orange, which you can also add to or use as decoration for your main dishes. If you are in the southern hemisphere, we suggest enjoying watermelon and strawberries.
Dessert to Sweeten the Dinner Finally, we reach the sweetest part of the Christmas meal, which promises moments of pure pleasure. If you enjoy a creamy dessert with vanilla and caramel, we suggest trying Malva Pudding, typical of South Africa.
However, if you prefer a dessert with a hint of chocolate, we recommend preparing a Yule Log, ideal for all family members. If you like to combine the fruit moment with pastry, you can opt for the typical Portuguese cake: Bolo Rei.
Beverage When it comes to pairing your meal, the choice of beverage can be decisive in enhancing your dining pleasure.
Therefore, we suggest XPTO red wine, originating from the Republic of South Africa, to accompany red meats and warm the soul. On the other hand, if you are located in a warmer climate, we recommend XPTO white wine from ONI Import Export, as it is lighter and ideal for enjoying fish and seafood dishes.
You can find this selection of XPTO wines, as well as all the products mentioned above, on our website. We provide XPTO wines, frozen meat and fish, seafood, fruits and vegetables, as well as dairy products to various parts of the world.
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