Christmas in Prague 2009

The holidays are a time for celebration and getting together with family and friends. Prague does Christmas right with nearly every venue, no matter what its purpose, putting on some kind of event. We´ve gathered a variety of happenings here, but if you know of good party going on, please share. If you see something you´d like to do, make reservations now. Nearly everything gets booked around the holidays and it´s notoriously difficult to find a place to hold a small gathering, much less join in an organized event. Have a wonderful holiday!

If you´d prefer to do some in-home hosting, there are lots of places that´ll help you out in the kitchen. Culinaria (www.culinaria.cz) offers a huge list of yummy food items for purchase, everything from appetizers (Parmesan Scones with Mascarpone and Basil Cranberry Relish) to side dishes (Green Beans/French Bean Trio) to soups (Fennel and Potato with Smoked Salmon) to main courses (Roast Turkey with Port Wine Gravy). If you prefer something easier, or have to do your office Christmas party, they also have a range of platters like an imported cheese platter or a poached jumbo shrimp platter. Fusion Catering (www.fusion-catering.cz) also has a great turkey deal, plus lots of sides. Pick and choose which items you´d like them to prepare for you, or go for broke and order the entire dinner. If you´ve got the pots and pans, check out Robertson´s (www.robertson.cz) for a range of turkeys and hams, plus all important help for sides like gravy, stuffing and cranberry sauce plus mince pies. Tons of chocolate treats and Christmas crackers as well.

Extra Goodies
If you are looking for a super venue in which to hold your office party, consider Cloud 9 (www.cloud9.cz). Located atop the Hilton Prague Hotel, you´ll get super cocktails with a fabulous view. They have a special flat price package which includes food and drinks. The Diplomatic Spouses Association puts on a massive International Bazaar every year for charity. Gifts from around the world are gathered and all proceeds benefit a number of non-profits throughout the Czech Republic. Show up early for the good stuff: Sunday December 13, 10am-5pm, Prague Hilton (www.dsaprague.czweb.org.)

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