I hope you guys had a very Merry Christmas. This year, Terry and I decided to forgo our usual Christmas dinner traditions. I'm so used to cooking a turkey, dressing, and all the other fixings, but with our current medical issues and work schedules being a little out of sync, we needed a change of pace—something a little more relaxed and stress-free. So, after I got off work, I headed home to change, and we made our way to Chopsticks China Bistro in Peachtree City.
Chopsticks China Bistro has always been our go-to spot for a good meal, but we had never thought of it as a place to celebrate Christmas. As we walked through the doors, the familiar aromas of savory dishes greeted us, and a sense of calm washed over us. The restaurant was tastefully decorated for the holidays, with twinkling lights and festive decorations that added a touch of Christmas cheer.
We were quickly seated at a booth, and the warm, inviting ambiance made us feel right at home. The menu was filled with delicious options, and we decided to start with some classic appetizers: crab rangoons and egg rolls and crispy calamari. As we enjoyed our starters, we reminisced about past Christmas dinners and how different this year felt.
For the main course, Terry ordered the Curry Chicken with fried rice, a dish he could never resist, while I opted for the General Tso's Chicken, one of my all-time favorites since my sister first introduced me to it in my teens. The food arrived promptly, and the flavors were nothing short of amazing. The tender General Tso's Chicken was a symphony of flavors—crispy, sweet, and just the right amount of spicy. Terry's Curry Chicken, paired with the perfect blend of savory spices, made me momentarily forget all about the traditional Christmas turkey and ham. Though I'm sure I will miss the week of leftovers and everything I make with them, like turkey salad and soup.
As we savored our meal, we couldn't help but feel grateful for this small, yet meaningful, change in our holiday tradition. It reminded us that Christmas isn't just about the big, elaborate dinners or the perfectly decorated trees—though we have one hell of a decorated tree at home. It's about being together and finding joy in the little moments, even if that means enjoying a delicious Chinese feast.
We finished our dinner with a couple of fortune cookies, which seemed fitting for our unconventional Christmas celebration. The fortunes inside were simple yet poignant, reminding us to cherish every moment and look forward to the future with hope and positivity.
This year, our Christmas may have been different, but it was perfect in its own way. And who knows—though I do love my traditional turkey dinner—maybe this will become our new alternate holiday tradition. It's a reminder that sometimes, the best memories are made when you least expect them.
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