Post-Christmas Report

What a lovely day was had by all! The weather was great for the first time for years.
The pavlova not only looked fantastic, it tasted just perfect - crusty on the outside and marshmallow-y on the inside.

We even had a visit from the rein-dog:

and the smaller presents were delivered by train this year - what fun!

It's Starting to Feel Like Christmas

The pavlova is made and sitting in the oven to cool off - mmm! 'tis looking good.
I have made 3 dozen Christmas fruit mince pies, which won't be enough, but at least I've started. The fruit mince is my own recipe and this year it's a beauty - it's been made for 12 months and the fruit is so steeped in alcohol it's divine.
Just needs icing sugar on the top now!