Pages Home Recipe Index Conversions Substitutions Indian Food Glossary My Legume Love Affair Links Vegetarian Christmas Entertaining Ideas Whether you observe Christmas or another religious or cultural holiday , or just an opportunity to take some time off work , this is a season for celebrating family , friends and of course food . With cherished traditional recipes and tantalizing displays of elegant dishes and treats , food plays an important role in our observance of Christmas , from a special family breakfast through to the snacks passed around during the day , and finally to a memorable . dinner Over the years I've created treats and meals for my own loved ones at Christmas , and I'm so happy that they have become as cherished to themselves as to me . Friends and families of