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Special Holiday Meals: Columbus Day Menu
Columbus Day is celebrated on the 2nd Monday of October…
“In 1492, Columbus sailed the ocean blue…
We tried to do a little research to find out what a ‘traditional’ meal would be, but the results were a little crazy!
This is what we came up with:
Columbus Day Menu
Grilled Pork Chops w/Greens or possibly a seafood dish
Eggplant Parmesan or Italian Shakshuka
Caprese Salad w/Bruschetta or Breadsticks
Cannoli or Indian Pudding w/vanilla ice cream
Celebrating these Holidays gives us a chance to make history a little more interesting!
What do you think you would add to this menu?
Special Holiday Meals: Days of the Dead Meal Plan
These are not something that we traditionally celebrate, but it was fun to see some traditions from other places, and we may try a few of these menus or we may make some of these recipes for upcoming family get-togethers. Please use your own discretion when choosing what special days to celebrate in your home.
10/31 – All Hallows Eve
Traditionally a day for bonfires, apple bobbing, and carving Jack-o-lanterns.
WEENIE ROAST or ‘Goblins’ in Blankets
Caramel Apples & Popcorn Balls
11/1 – ALL SAINT’S DAY
Enjoy an evening walk.
Roast Chicken or Ham
4 Layer Pumpkin Cake or Pumpkin Pie
11/2 – ALL SOUL’S DAY/DIA de LOS MUERTOS
Traditionally a day to visit the graves of loved ones and leave flowers.
Gorditas, Chicken Mole, or Pozole – I haven’t made these in FOREVER so I’ll try to find my old recipes and get them up on the blog!
Sweet Potato Croquettes or Sweet Potato Casserole
Pan Dulce, Flan, Tres Leche Cake, Hot Chocolate
Start Your Holiday Prep: Week 3 Guide
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Biblical Feasts: A Sukkot Menu & Activitities
If you’ve been around here for a bit, then you probably know that we have been on a journey to learn more about the Biblical Feasts. Well, Sukkot/The Feast of the Tabernacles is almost upon us, and I decided that being prepared makes it more likely that I can follow through with the intentions of celebrating this year. Definitely ask for help from your family if this time seems overwhelming, as Sukkot embodies the theme of unity, and we all need to come together as one to make this a special time of the year.
We will be trying to incorporate some of the garden harvest into our menus during this time, as this is a type of ‘Harvest Festival’ and we plan to eat by candlelight whenever possible. Please note that I am not an expert, and most of these ideas are just ideas that I have, and I can not say that they are traditional or ‘allowed’ for a traditional Jewish celebration.
The Challah bread is usually round by tradition. Wine is normally served with meals as well, although we will probably opt for sparkling wine, apple cider, or juice.
You can change whatever recipes you need to make this work for you… you can even buy premade foods and make this work. The idea is to celebrate your BLESSINGS and show THANKFULNESS to GOD.
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Biblical Feasts: An Invitation to Attend
Biblical Feasts: Celebrating Sukkot as a Christian
Here is the menu that we have come up with:
1st Day
Breakfast
Make Ahead Breakfast Quiche, Toast w/Jelly
Lunch
Dinner
Baked Salmon or Mississippi Pot Roast w/rice – We’ve been making this with smoked lamb and it is so good!
Lentils, Rice, Salad, Seasonal Veggies w/Dip
Stuffed Mushrooms w/Dipping Sauce – can be prepared ahead and heated before serving
Challah or Sourdough w/honey butter
Dessert
Apple Pies, ice cream
SNACKS:
Fresh fruits and veggies
Beverages:
Sweet Tea, Lemonade, Apple Cider, Hot Cocoa, or Coffee – I might even set up a Hot Cocoa Bar for everyone
Notes:
You may choose to read Scripture during breakfast, or you may also choose to do a special Bible Study during this time.
You should already have your Sukkah or outdoor living space prepared. We will be using our back porch area. Set the table with some pretty festive fall decor, if applicable. Add candles too!
Say a prayer before sitting down to eat.
Read Scripture and/or say a prayer of Thankfulness after the meal.
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