Description Italian Family Christmas centers around the Vigil -- the Christmas Eve Feast of Seven Fishes my husband's grandmother prepared for several decades.
When we moved to Kansas in 1990, I assumed Vigil responsibilities.
But who will take over when I'm gone? Our traditions involve more than a few words on an index card.
For example, in what order should you prepare the various courses so that all are ready to consume at the same time? How has the original Vigil adapted and changed to suit our immediate family's personal tastes? What is the story behind our use of Cora's once-a-year china? This book documents the traditions and recipes left as a legacy for my children.
May you find joy and inspiration for your family holidays within the stories and recipes of Italian Family Christmas.
About the Author Molly Totoro adores Christmas.
On her Facebook page the 25th of every month, she faithfully posts the Christmas countdown.
She has been known to listen to Christmas Carols as early as July.
Her children design Gingerbread House ideas months in advance.
Molly also has a passion for baking.
She enjoyed a brief career as a caterer, focusing on muffins, desserts, and appetizers.
While she rarely caters these days, she still enjoys making a variety of Christmas cookies every year.
And her mini-muffins are always a hit - especially her eggnog version.
In addition to Christmas baking, Molly also enjoys writing and travel.
She published two books in 2017.
In Journaling Toward Wholeness: A 28-Day Plan to Develop a Journaling Practice, Totoro shares her passion for journaling and encourages others to take time to reflect on life with pen and paper.
Her Middle-Grade series, Travel through Art, introduces children to the world of international travel while developing their interest in fine art.
Ellie's Paris Adventure is the first book in this series.
Since 2009, Totoro has maintained her blog, My Cozy Book Nook, where she reviews books, shares family recipes, and writes article.
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