Sometimes when we really get cooking in the kitchen, we forget about the camera all together. Today was one of those days.

We were prepping for a giant Christmas tea for 175 on Thursday and we chopped, shredded, sauteed, mixed, roasted, whipped and otherwise stayed in a cookin’ frenzy all day.

As we get close to the event we’ll cut, fry, slice, plate and take photos.

On the homefront I’m getting ready for my annual Latke Fest. Every year the Wolfson side of the family gathers for a family candle lighting (bring your own menorah). We fry latkes (potato pancakes) and have fun celebrating each other’s company. We catch up on our accomplishments and challenges. We lament that we don’t get together often enough. This year there is Salmon Wellington on the menu.

I love this opportunity to connect with my family for too often we see each other only at weddings and funerals. If I were to die tomorrow, I’d be happy to be remembered only for my Hanukah parties.