# Holiday Traditions

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Rich Bitch Caviar Pasta | A Family Tradition to End the Holidays

Jan 3, 2026

A family joke, great caviar, and one last indulgent meal before the holidays fade and real life returns.

New Year’s Day Prosperity and Luck Hoppin’ John

Jan 1, 2026

A rice-forward Hoppin’ John built for New Year’s Day—patiently cooked, gently finished, and meant to be shared with people you want to carry into the year with you.

Gio’s Holiday Egg Nog: Cooking, Confidence, and the Adults’ Table

Dec 25, 2025

This egg nog was my son’s entry ticket to the adults’ table—earned not by age, but by cooking something real and watching people enjoy it.

Holiday Citrus & Pomegranate Salad (A Bright Finish)

Dec 25, 2025

After a rich holiday meal, this simple citrus and pomegranate salad is the reset. Bright, crisp, and composed, it’s the perfect way to end a heavy dinner without skipping the comfort.

My Wife’s Christmas Meatball Lasagna

Dec 25, 2025

A true all-day Christmas tradition—slow-simmered sauce, tender meatballs, and a lasagna we only make for the biggest days.