xMas this year was an unusual one, it was quiet in a way but nice and cosy. I have to admit I do miss the traditional English way of celebrating although I’m glad that this year I didn’t have to deal with some female’s insecurity and snobbery like last year. As an adult I expect adult behaviour and I could do without the drama at the time.

But then again, that day wasn’t about this guest -certainly not- it was about the hosts! And they’d done a most excellent job organising! The food had the quality of that from a five star restaurant: amazing, exquisite and finger-licking good! I also had the privilege to sample and have a more traditional xMas dinner the previous year.

I really miss the kind of cooking that I usually do whether that is for a special occasion or just the daily routine. Having to deal with other people’s wishes and diets can be quite a daunting task especially when it’s not even appreciated most of the time. So I’m longing for the day that I can be my own chef in my own kitchen again.

I’m so gonna enjoy the peace and quiet and the fact that I can use my own pots and pans, my plates, cutlery, dishes and glasses again. That day I will celebrate and make myself some chocolate fondant so I can fully and totally indulge in the sweetness of the chocolate and the sweetness of having my own kitchen again…