Our seafood bonanza began with fresh oysters - Pacific oysters may be large and creamy but the briny intensity of Sydney rocks will always win my heart. The ribboned orange added a festive touch, but it was hard not to admire the simple beauty of fresh zucchini flowers and vibrant red and white borlotti beans coupled with the sweet fragrance of donut peaches. The table centrepiece was a rustic display of fresh fruits and vegetables. Table centrepiece of fruits and vegetables Hot kernels of popcorn were tossed liberally in melted butter, truffle oil and a mountain of finely shaved reggiano cheese. We started with glasses of sparkling prosecco, poured over balls of sweet and refreshing pineapple and rosemary sorbet.Ī huge tin of parmigiano reggiano truffle popcorn was provided for snacking, and proved dangerously addictive. Prosecco with pineapple and rosemary sorbet It's an Italian Christmas tradition, celebrating Christmas eve with a feast of seven different seafood dishes. The theme for tonight, Pig Flyin' said, would be The Feast of the Seven Fishes, also known as The Vigil or La Vigilia.
Our band of travelling appetites, otherwise known as Stomachs Eleven, assembled at the home of Mr and Mrs Pig Flyin' over the weekend for our annual Christmas dinner. There is no doubt that good food can create a happy gathering, but good company is vital. Friends and laughter can make any meal special.
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