Resounding Joy
ESPRIT OF LIGHT
Swirls of light and glittering gold radiate celestial purity on a tabletop awaiting an extraordinary feast to extoll Christmastide for all who gather on the glorious day. The satin sheen of baubles lifts abundant white blooms enhanced by dinner plates and goblets trimmed in artful metallic flora. A single silver bell with a place card at each setting sits ready to ring in the grand celebration as an angel trumpets glad tidings to those prepared for gift giving in glee. Assorted votives and napkin rings of tiny spheres muster a polished touch, resting upon an alabaster linen and place mats formed with points to remind of mid-winter’s falling snowflakes.
ABIDING TASTES
A festive Brandy Alexander with chocolate and cinnamon notes heralds a menu that matches the lavish table décor and imparts variations on traditional fare. Rich scalloped oysters doused in cream and topped with bread crumbs whet the appetite for a grand Roasted Leg of Lamb with mustard sauce. Accompaniments include the lighter flavors of classic ambrosia, mashed parsnips, and lemony Brussels sprouts as well as a sage-and-thyme-laced
