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Posted by Ali W
Over the weekend we went to a potluck Christmas lunch. There were 34 people there, all lovely and friendly. The tables were groaning with food and there was plenty for those who wanted to go back for more.
I took a Tiramisu for my dessert and for ages it just sat while people piled up their plates with trifle, jelly, eclairs, brandy snaps etc. Hubby said to the lady sitting next to him that she should try it. Never heard of it she replied. Those who did sample quickly went back for more.
It just astounded me that in a room full of people it was something foreign to be suspicious of.
Next year I will take meringues - if nothing else they will be much cheaper to make.
I took a Tiramisu for my dessert and for ages it just sat while people piled up their plates with trifle, jelly, eclairs, brandy snaps etc. Hubby said to the lady sitting next to him that she should try it. Never heard of it she replied. Those who did sample quickly went back for more.
It just astounded me that in a room full of people it was something foreign to be suspicious of.
Next year I will take meringues - if nothing else they will be much cheaper to make.
Re: Tiramisu December 10, 2019 10:41PM |
Registered: 12 years ago Posts: 3,422 |
I sympathise. Last Christmas at a "bring a plate" supper after a meeting I took a plate of fresh dates stuffed with almond and cinnamon paste. I thought they would be suitable as surely nobody wants to eat hefty things at that time of night. I even labelled them as gluten-free. Not a single one was eaten despite many people peering at them and looking bemused.
Since moving to the country I have been fascinated by the dominance of "supper" after meetings and other events. I rarely ran across this in Auckland. Who wants to eat asparagus rolls (tinned asparagus), sausage rolls and marshmallow shortcake at 9.30pm? I don't.
Since moving to the country I have been fascinated by the dominance of "supper" after meetings and other events. I rarely ran across this in Auckland. Who wants to eat asparagus rolls (tinned asparagus), sausage rolls and marshmallow shortcake at 9.30pm? I don't.
Re: Tiramisu December 10, 2019 11:33PM |
Registered: 18 years ago Posts: 5,699 |
I can understand exactly what you mean TPANDAV and its the difference between town and country expectations in many places.
As a farmer's wife I am used to feeding physically hard working family and staff hearty meals to keep them going and to keep their peckers up when the going gets tough. When we employed several young lads, it was the highlight of their day knowing they had a good breakfast and lunch to look forward to each day. Country gatherings in the local hall or elsewhere, the "bring a plate" command presents with all the goodies, sandwiches, sausage rolls, cakes etc. which country folk, especially the men enjoy, doesn't matter whether it's a lunch, afternoon tea or supper after a meeting, and it is also very much a social gathering for a lot of people who don't get out to mix with other folk and a good chat and a laugh around a trestle table of food is the focal point for many. It's just what country folk do, although that scenario may be changing in some places as urban melds into rural areas and urban trends catch on. Don't stop taking what you want to take on these occasions, it won't take long for rural people to 'click on'!
Regards,
Dawn.
Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 12/10/2019 11:35PM by Dawn.
As a farmer's wife I am used to feeding physically hard working family and staff hearty meals to keep them going and to keep their peckers up when the going gets tough. When we employed several young lads, it was the highlight of their day knowing they had a good breakfast and lunch to look forward to each day. Country gatherings in the local hall or elsewhere, the "bring a plate" command presents with all the goodies, sandwiches, sausage rolls, cakes etc. which country folk, especially the men enjoy, doesn't matter whether it's a lunch, afternoon tea or supper after a meeting, and it is also very much a social gathering for a lot of people who don't get out to mix with other folk and a good chat and a laugh around a trestle table of food is the focal point for many. It's just what country folk do, although that scenario may be changing in some places as urban melds into rural areas and urban trends catch on. Don't stop taking what you want to take on these occasions, it won't take long for rural people to 'click on'!
Regards,
Dawn.
Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 12/10/2019 11:35PM by Dawn.
Re: Tiramisu December 10, 2019 11:54PM |
Registered: 18 years ago Posts: 2,411 |
Re: Tiramisu December 11, 2019 12:59AM |
Registered: 15 years ago Posts: 2,935 |
I must admit I was surprised to read about people being 'suspicious' of tiramisu. You have probably started something in your circle, Ali. . I have seen it described as Italian trifle and that title seemed to entice more than a few takers.
I like trying different foods people take to gatherings. I agree with Dawn about the difference between rural and urban people. I have lived in both areas and 'supper' was always a part of the social scene.in the country.
I remember going to a badminton tournament in an area even more rural than we were. The lunch they provided was more like a banquet.
I like trying different foods people take to gatherings. I agree with Dawn about the difference between rural and urban people. I have lived in both areas and 'supper' was always a part of the social scene.in the country.
I remember going to a badminton tournament in an area even more rural than we were. The lunch they provided was more like a banquet.
Re: Tiramisu December 11, 2019 10:19AM |
Registered: 9 years ago Posts: 455 |
If I'd been there Ali, I would have grabbed the bowl and a spoon and found a hidey-hole as it's one of my favourite desserts!
I stopped getting myself into a worry some time ago about making something other ppl might like when I take food to a gathering - so nowadays, I take something I like, and if others like it - good, and if they don't, well I can take the leftovers home lol.
I stopped getting myself into a worry some time ago about making something other ppl might like when I take food to a gathering - so nowadays, I take something I like, and if others like it - good, and if they don't, well I can take the leftovers home lol.
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