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To want to eat my Xmas dinner while it is hot?

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XmasSprouts · 25/12/2025 20:41

So today we had Christmas with some family we don’t normally see for Christmas.
They gave us cold plates and all the trimming were put on the table and we were told to serve ourselves. No sign of the turkey. Then they cleared the table to make way for the turkey. It was brought out like Simba in the lion king, I think we were supposed to gasp in delight.
Then it was slowly carved at the table whilst our food went cold. By the time I got my first bite everything was stone cold.
I really prioritise having everything hot when I host. Hot plates, warmed serving dishes and meat carved before serving everything else. Gravy put in jugs last so it is piping hot.
So AIBU to want my Christmas dinner to be hot?

ps this is tongue in cheek as I am grateful not to cook today and know not everybody has the experience to present a good meal for a large group.

OP posts:
goodnightssleepbenice · 26/12/2025 01:15

That sounds ridiculous op ! Why the drama over presenting the meat for gods sake !

ADHDdiagnosis · 26/12/2025 01:12

mine was cold too. If always is because i struggle to coordinate everything. But family are used to it and no one seems to mind