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Two glasses of Gluhwein garnished with orange, cinnamon sticks and star anise.WinterWinter Holiday Salad (arugula, pear, pomegranate arils, pistachios, goat cheese) arranged in a Christmas wreath shape with small bowl of pomegranate vinaigrette in the center.ChristmasThree cheese mac and cheese being scooped out of casserole dish with wooden spoon.Comfort FoodSalmon stir fry over a bed of rice in a white bowl with chopsticks positioned diagonally along the top.Main Dishes

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Burrata Bruschetta with tomato basil topping on a wooden board.Appetizers and SnacksOverhead photo of a waffle breakfast board featuring waffles, bowls of toppings and fresh fruit.Breakfast and Brunch RecipesThree cheese mac and cheese being scooped out of casserole dish with wooden spoon.Comfort FoodBlueberry and apple crumble on a white plate with spoon and a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top.DessertsA mango mojito garnished with fresh mint and slice of lime with cut mango sitting beside glass.DrinksSalmon stir fry over a bed of rice in a white bowl with chopsticks positioned diagonally along the top.Main DishesSpoon scooping sage pesto out of a small glass jar.Sauces, Dressings and SeasoningsCreamy whipped mashed potatoes in a serving bowl with serving spoon.Side DishesLoaded veggie nachos on a sheet pan with two small bowls of salsa and guacamole beside it.Vegetarian Recipes

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