350228 Mon Dec 11 17:55:24 -0800 2006 0 31 Home Cooking 0 2089231 Since my in-laws get Christmas, I'm having a Friends & Orphans Christmas Eve dinner (20ish people). While I live in San Francisco, most of the items on the menu are based on the land and foods of my youth. SOUTH BY SOUTHWEST MENU Pre-Dinner Cocktail -- Sparkling Lemon Drops Antojitos -- Endive Salad Cups; Queso Flameados con Salsa; Build-Your-Own-Grits Bar Sopa -- Crema de Poblano Carnes -- Ancho Honey Ham; Brined Achiote Turkey & Gravy Sides -- Mashed Potatoes; Poblano Cornbread & Tamale Stuffing; Calabacitas; Rolls/Biscuits Condiments -- Salsas, Chutneys, Cranberry Sauce Desserts -- Cookies with Port; Tres Leche Cake with Coffee or Tea Any additional suggestions are welcome since I have 12 days to change my mind! Mon Dec 11 17:55:24 -0800 2006 10252 larochelle