"Michael Odom" > wrote in message
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> The Odom clan habitually eats seafood gumbo on Christmas eve. I have
> no idea why, but we do.
>
> What's your usual fare for the 24th?
>
>
> modom

Over the years we have had at least 10 to 12+ people for Christmas eve.
Many of them are house guests usually another 6 people spending the night +
the kids stopping over.

There is an old line "dark" Italian Deli in old Newhall, Marias'. Under
normal circumstances I stay away from there or I'll have to take out a bank
loan.

So here is the normal buffet:

Seeded and unseeded Italian bread and rolls.
Molinari
Pepperoni
Provolone
Cappicola
Mortadella
Fresh Mozzarella & tomatoes with basil & dressing
Cracked Sicilian Olives
Roasted Red Peppers
Oil Cured Olives
Marinated Artichoke hearts.
Pepperoccini
Sliced Tomatoes, & Onions

If it cold some home made soup..