Thankful and appreciative only begin to describe this special Thanksgiving gathering at ChezHelvetica. 
Absolutely Amazing defines the Executive Chef, Niece Rachel, who first baked delicious Pecan and Pumpkin Pies, and then incredible Baklava.
Next, she prepared Acme Bread Stuffing, Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Roasted Acorn Squash and a Diestel Farms Organic Turkey. Talk about babysitting the roasting!
Green Bean Casserole and Sweet-Tart Cranberry Cherry Sauce, prepared in advance by Sous Chefs Helvetica and Freddy, accompanied the expertly carved Turkey with homemade gravy.
Our cherished family and friends were first welcomed with Thatcher’s White Cheddar/Truffle Oil Popcorn, Martinelli’s Sparkling Cider and rich Argyle Pinot Noir. A choice of delectable desserts concluded this heartwarming celebration. Grateful Indeed!
Rosh Hashanah, the New Year! ChezHelvetica celebrated 5783 (commemorating the creation of the world) with traditions symbolic to this occasion and new recipe adventures. For a sweet new year we first dipped Fuji Apple slices into luscious Honey from the Bay Area Bee Co., sweetening further with large “fancy” Medjool Dates and wonderful Poppy Seed Challah from the Noe Valley Bakery. 
Our main course featured Chicken Matzo Ball Stew (thanks to inspiration from The New York Times) and 
Charred Broccoli florets drizzled with Olive Oil, Lemon Juice, Paprika and a mix of spices (to replicate Za’atar seasoning) crowned Sabra Hummus delivering simply sensational taste. Willamette Valley Argyle Pinot Noir and Reed’s Ginger Beer paired well with this holiday meal. And what a delight to be surrounded by Wedgwood “Patrician” China from my Grandmother, Georg Jensen “Cactus” Sterling Silver flatware, and tassel placemats from my Mother, and beautiful Israeli linen napkins from my Sister Abby. Besides the Challah, my dear friend Joan also brought delicious Honey Cake, Rugelach, and Macaroons with Straus Organic Vanilla Bean Ice Cream for the crescendo of our heart-touching gathering. A Happy, Healthy, Sweet New Year to All!
