My father always made the Christmas pudding. Sadly he passed away without teaching anyone his recipe. Two years ago I was going through some old papers of his and found, in his hand writing, the recipe!!!! I had to look up how to steam it because he didn't write instructions. It's a taste of my childhood! So many wonderful memories are tied up in those flavors! And yes I framed the recipe! 🤭😂 Thank you so much for sharing your evening. So fun!!!
I would do the same! Make sure you makea good quality photo copy! I have a few hand written nots that the ink has disappeared over time from the sun light!
You have to remember that cooking shows are hugely popular here in the US. People love watching other people cooking. Don’t cut the food preparation parts of the video.
Thank you Michael for this interesting and entertaining vlog on how to make a Christmas pudding. A good way to celebrate Winter Solstice. Ernest coming to get his apple cored and peeled was the icing on the cake- so sweet! Great job Michael and Florian🎄🙏🏻❤️
Brilliant video Michael! You and Florian are so much fun together. The bourbon seemed to be very strong and your reaction was great! I love how natural you are doing these videos with laughter, intelligent conversation, cooking, and peeling the apple for your sweet nephew Ernest!!! How lucky he is to grow up with his extended family around him, teaching him, sharing stories with him and providing a loving home for him and his baby brother. Can’t wait to see the pudding tomorrow. 💕🎄🎁🎄
Great that you are getting Florian involved, you two work so well together, his cheeky banter is so funny, such a lovely guy. So nice to have you back making content again and as always entertaining. Robb Torremolinos Spain 😘
A funny definition: 1) "Angels’ share", in other words a specific amount of the distillate which year by year leaves the cask and reaches the empyrean, intoxicating the cherubs. 2) The expression “the devil’s cut” refers to the loss of distillate which is absorbed by the wood of the casks. In this case, since it is not evaporation, the devil’s cut does not affect the alcohol content of the product, but depends solely on the porosity of the wood used. That's why a cask can be re-used & the aroma is amazing. Great video; be well & have a safe & healthy holiday.
Michael, you are such a naturally curious person. I love how much you know about so many things and Earnest certainly knows who to come to to get the peel off the apple. What an absolutely wonderful family community in which he is being raised.
I love how you just take it in your stride ,while filming, to core and peel Ernests apple!! You truly are wonderful Michael. It was a beautiful winter solstice here where I live, in Canada. The sky turned a lovely shade pink . Great vlog!! Merry Christmas!🎄🎄
Michael I enjoy watching your cooking video very much. I’ve never seen a Xmas pudding being made,although I have eaten it . Delicious with old fashioned Warm sweet almond pudding sauce . Mmmm
You look so Very Happy, Micheal . . . . this Holiday Season, Love all the colors in your cottage, (not sure when you added that amazing hanging landscape) and Merry Christmas to you Florian and the Petherick family
I agree with Florian, everything is interesting, you two are fun to watch, I don't think I've had Christmas pudding before so its nice to see how one is made, I do like a good Christmas cake though. I love cranberry sauce too! I make a good holiday preserve out of cranberries, raspberries, pears, some sugar, orange zest, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg and cardamom, topping it off with some orange liqueur or whatever I have at the time. I'd love to see how you make your cranberry chutney.
Lovely to see you back 😀 and looking forward to seeing your upstairs renovation in the new year. Also loving ❤ the cooking and decorating....enjoy your Christmas 🎄 with your beautiful family 👪 merry Christmas!!
I love how you drop everything for Earnest. He's so cute and adorable! Love how he knows that his uncle Michael is the master of everything and he prefers you to peel and core his apples over anyone else....lol
Another great video Michael. Can't wait to see the finished pudding. My grandmother and mother always made this every Christmas, unfortunately I have never made it but maybe one day. Thank you!!
Enjoyed spending this holiday time with you & your family Michael! A quick pop-in from Ernest in need of snack assistance, catching the Winter solstice with Florian, and seeing the making of a Christmas cake that's looking like fruitcake! 😳🙃😁❤from Ohio
Oh how I look forward to your vlogs Micheal, you and Florian are funny together, like naughty boys, you are so good with little Ernest, who I have to say is positively gorgeous, I love the way he just pops in, I would love to taste your amazing Christmas pud, enjoy your winter solstice, Merry Christmas guys loads of love xxxxxxxxx😘❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
You and Florian just bounce of each other, so funny. Cannot wait to see your pudding Michael. Good uncle peeling the apple for cute Ernest. loved watching x
What a mold you have there for your pudding, Michael. I like the very British touch that you bring … I’m looking forward to seeing your pudding brought to the table on Christmas Day.
When my daughter was young we did not allow her to have Lucky Charms cereal because really it is crappy food. One year she said, "I know, I am going to ask Santa to bring me Lucky Charms for Christmas", and he did, all nicely wrapped:)
Happy Winter Solstice to you Michael from South Africa having a happy Summer Solstice . I enjoyed watching you make the pudding and it is delicious with custard
Mama Stamburg’s cranberry relish. 2 cups whole cranberry’s 1 small onion 3/4 cup sour cream 2 tablespoons of horseradish Put in a blender. Creamy or chunky depends on blend.
Your channel take me to Christmas past - sixty years ago with my Granny’s pudding aflame arriving at the dining table and the Hard Sauce. I can actually taste it. Thank you! You are a man of many talents and the pudding looks great!
Love this vlog Michael. I was dying of laughter during the rum tasting! Little Ernest seeking out uncle Michael to peel his apple was adorable! Merry Christmas! I cannot wait to see the Christmas pudding come out of the steamer!
Lovely video truly 🥂🥮 Thank you for sharing your Knowledge Michael from Christmas Pudding 🎄👌 To winter solstice your absolutely Brilliant I do believe 🕊🙏💫🦭☃️
The alcohol content of the rich pudding or fruit cake and TIME develops the flavour of the entire ingredients. It is also affected by the relative humidity. A decent Christmas pud or fruit cake is akin to a fine wine....time, patience and love gives you the very best results.
I really enjoy fresh fruit cake and pudding. There is no real need to make them so far in advance. Michael, your kitchen cupboards are like mine. It is a true Lucky Dip, I often find unexpected essentials in there! Thank you for the video. Have a gala day!
How lovely that pudding looks can’t wait to see tomorrow how it turned out..your nephew is a doll he’s so curious..was watching you peel that apple so cute..💞
Michael, I just binged watched all your videos while I prepared my home for Christmas with my family. I want you to know that I truly enjoyed your entire family and all fun and adventures. I don’t even remember how I found you but once I did, I was totally hooked! Merry Christmas to you and yours from California! I’ve been to France many times and am in love with everything Parisian! Wishing you all the best in life and much happiness!!! P. S. You are living my dream and so glad you are sharing yours with us!!! 🎄🎅🏽♥️🙏🏼😊🤗☃️
Loved the videos!...your cooking isn't boring to us!...love watching you cook or bake! Your vlogs are always entertaining. Keep the vlogs coming. You are a joy!...Merry Christmas to you and your family!
Florian is doing well as cameraman. Being in your kitchen is my favorite part of your vlog. I am constantly looking at all your interesting things on the shelves. Especially the tiny ceramic animals. Plus tt the little black dog. He likes hanging at your place. Till tomorrow.
@@lotusdolphin I’m originally from California born and raised in a small town Santa Barbara. I am a White. My mother ancestors came from Ireland and my dads are not traceable as he was adopted when his mother died at birth. I'm currently residing in Key west, Fl 🏝at the moment. I've been here for quite sometime
You guys are so funny! I enjoyed this so much. I just kept laughing. Florian and you are so cute together and his English is improving so much. I'm sure others will agree, we could watch you guys all day. Thank you for sharing your lives with us. Hugs and Merry Christmas to you and your wonderful family! 🎅🌟🎄 From Southern California 🌞
Your pup is snug as a bug under the tree; precious! You are quite the cook ! I just paid 7 Euros for 283 grams (10 ounces) for dried cranberries today. I saw your big bag of cranberries and couldn’t imagine what that would cost here in the States. Holiday baking is my labor of love to family and friends.❤️🎄
I made a cranberry, ginger, dried apricot, Granny Smith apple chutney with brown sugar & a dried red pepper for bite. The juice was apple cider vinegar & kombucha! It was FABULOUS. Delicious- Then I used the leftovers from Thanksgiving for gravy on my stuffed cabbage rolls with pork. Really tasty !
I wonder if you could substitute breadcrumbs with bashed croutons?... The cottage is looking lovely and cosy. I like the layout and the colours. The tapestry is a perfect addition.
I really like that you're including Florian so much. He's such a nice guy. Your banter together is fun and relaxed.
My father always made the Christmas pudding. Sadly he passed away without teaching anyone his recipe. Two years ago I was going through some old papers of his and found, in his hand writing, the recipe!!!! I had to look up how to steam it because he didn't write instructions. It's a taste of my childhood! So many wonderful memories are tied up in those flavors! And yes I framed the recipe! 🤭😂 Thank you so much for sharing your evening. So fun!!!
I would do the same! Make sure you makea good quality photo copy! I have a few hand written nots that the ink has disappeared over time from the sun light!
@@michellezevenaar Thank you so much for the advice! It is much appreciated!
So nice to hear this.
@@ellebelle8515 💕
No matter what you do, Michael, your vlogs are always entertaining. You and all members of your family are always a joy to hang out with.
I love Earnest theme music! And how he stops by to get his apple fixed up! Lol what an adorable child! Lol. Made my day! Lol
You are so lucky to live so close to your nephews. Ernest is so adorable. Hope your Christmas pudding turns out well. But I'm sure it will.
My son who is now 46 loved Lucky Charms when he was a child in the 70's and all his little friends loved them too. Thanks for the memory.
That's my grandsons (16) favorite cereal!
He said they banned Lucky Charms in Europe!!
Ernest is so blessed to have so many teachers. Family
Earnest was the most adorable distraction. He knows who to go to for help.
You are a natural teacher, Michael. Florian is so patient in letting you be the all-knowing teacher. 🤣
Hello how are you doing hope you're safe over there👏👋👋👋
You have to remember that cooking shows are hugely popular here in the US. People love watching other people cooking. Don’t cut the food preparation parts of the video.
Oh I love getting to see Ernest! You’re such a great uncle for helping him with his apple 🍎
Thank you Michael for this interesting and entertaining vlog on how to make a Christmas pudding. A good way to celebrate Winter Solstice. Ernest coming to get his apple cored and peeled was the icing on the cake- so sweet! Great job Michael and Florian🎄🙏🏻❤️
Brilliant video Michael! You and Florian are so much fun together. The bourbon seemed to be very strong and your reaction was great! I love how natural you are doing these videos with laughter, intelligent conversation, cooking, and peeling the apple for your sweet nephew Ernest!!! How lucky he is to grow up with his extended family around him, teaching him, sharing stories with him and providing a loving home for him and his baby brother. Can’t wait to see the pudding tomorrow. 💕🎄🎁🎄
what a lovely gift from Steve and Joann! Ernest was so happy you cored and peeled his apple, off you go now Ernest. xx
lol, Michael, prepare yourself for multiple care packs from North America with lucky charms after that statement 😂
I thought the exact same thing!😂🤣😂🤣
@@kima7414 probably the coloring additives...horrid for your health!
I love your improvising on recipes. Thats how its done! You n Florian..what a great name.. work well together 😊
Great that you are getting Florian involved, you two work so well together, his cheeky banter is so funny, such a lovely guy. So nice to have you back making content again and as always entertaining. Robb Torremolinos Spain 😘
A funny definition: 1) "Angels’ share", in other words a specific amount of the distillate which year by year leaves the cask and reaches the empyrean, intoxicating the cherubs. 2) The expression “the devil’s cut” refers to the loss of distillate which is absorbed by the wood of the casks. In this case, since it is not evaporation, the devil’s cut does not affect the alcohol content of the product, but depends solely on the porosity of the wood used. That's why a cask can be re-used & the aroma is amazing. Great video; be well & have a safe & healthy holiday.
Love cooking with you Michael! Traditions are such fun! Rum helps🤪
Awe! You and Earnest! So cute. You are a natural care giver :)
Florian was right! The video was awesome to watch. I can't wait to see how it turns out! Yummy!
Happy solstice from Dean and Jonathan in Long Island, New York. We just love you, your family and Florian. Happy holidays to you all!
Michael, you are such a naturally curious person. I love how much you know about so many things and Earnest certainly knows who to come to to get the peel off the apple. What an absolutely wonderful family community in which he is being raised.
I love how you just take it in your stride ,while filming, to core and peel Ernests apple!! You truly are wonderful Michael. It was a beautiful winter solstice here where I live, in Canada. The sky turned a lovely shade pink . Great vlog!! Merry Christmas!🎄🎄
Enjoy your winter solstice as we enjoy our summer solstice. Have a fantastic Christmas.
for light-minded people like me the winter solstice is a day of joy whereas the summer solstice a day of sorrow
Taste testing the alcohol was hilarious and love Earnest stopping by. Thank you for the vlog Michael!
Michael I enjoy watching your cooking video very much. I’ve never seen a Xmas pudding being made,although I have eaten it . Delicious with old fashioned Warm sweet almond pudding sauce . Mmmm
Your videos are always so interesting. Ernest is so lucky to have an uncle like you.
Throughly enjoyed! Really anything you do I’m happy to watch and it’s extra special when it’s in your cottage 🎄💚
You look so Very Happy, Micheal . . . . this Holiday Season, Love all the colors in your cottage, (not sure when you added that amazing hanging landscape) and Merry Christmas to you Florian and the Petherick family
I agree with Florian, everything is interesting, you two are fun to watch, I don't think I've had Christmas pudding before so its nice to see how one is made, I do like a good Christmas cake though. I love cranberry sauce too! I make a good holiday preserve out of cranberries, raspberries, pears, some sugar, orange zest, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg and cardamom, topping it off with some orange liqueur or whatever I have at the time. I'd love to see how you make your cranberry chutney.
Lovely to see you back 😀 and looking forward to seeing your upstairs renovation in the new year. Also loving ❤ the cooking and decorating....enjoy your Christmas 🎄 with your beautiful family 👪 merry Christmas!!
Hello how are you doing hope you're safe over there??
I totally enjoyed the video. I am so glad Florian is becoming more involved. I like seeing you two together.
Awwh- little Earnest popping by the cottage- such a sweet moment. Merry Christmas Michael and family. 🎄🌟🕊💕
Love your amazing trivia expertise, Michael.
Oh boy...i remember the Christmas feast last year. And here it comes again. Wonderful.💞
That was good fun to watch you and Florian 👏😄. Sweet little Ernest xxx
I love how you drop everything for Earnest. He's so cute and adorable! Love how he knows that his uncle Michael is the master of everything and he prefers you to peel and core his apples over anyone else....lol
Bravo Michael lovely episode, Merry Christmas to you and your family and friends, from all of us to all of you!
Merry Christmas Micheal, Florian and Petherick family! There's just something about your vlogs, I have to watch! 🎄🎅💝💝💝
Another great video Michael. Can't wait to see the finished pudding. My grandmother and mother always made this every Christmas, unfortunately I have never made it but maybe one day. Thank you!!
Lovely video Michael 😉💖 The cottage is looking amazing & so cosy ☺ Looking forward to seeing finished Christmas pudding..Happy Solstice! 😁🎉🥂
Fantastic, Michael Your The Best 👌👍👏👏👏👏👏❤️❤️❤️❤️🎄
Enjoyed spending this holiday time with you & your family Michael! A quick pop-in from Ernest in need of snack assistance, catching the Winter solstice with Florian, and seeing the making of a Christmas cake that's looking like fruitcake! 😳🙃😁❤from Ohio
Oh how I look forward to your vlogs Micheal, you and Florian are funny together, like naughty boys, you are so good with little Ernest, who I have to say is positively gorgeous, I love the way he just pops in, I would love to taste your amazing Christmas pud, enjoy your winter solstice, Merry Christmas guys loads of love xxxxxxxxx😘❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Love the warm cozy cottage.
You and Florian just bounce of each other, so funny. Cannot wait to see your pudding Michael. Good uncle peeling the apple for cute Ernest. loved watching x
Awwwwww Michael so nice to hang out in your kitchen.............I love it!!!
What a mold you have there for your pudding, Michael. I like the very British touch that you bring … I’m looking forward to seeing your pudding brought to the table on Christmas Day.
Dear Micheal , Florian and your lovely family are a pleasure to watch all you wonderful videos, thank youxxx
When my daughter was young we did not allow her to have Lucky Charms cereal because really it is crappy food. One year she said, "I know, I am going to ask Santa to bring me Lucky Charms for Christmas", and he did, all nicely wrapped:)
HAHA! Yes, Lucky Charms are definitely still sold in the USA; and they are definitely still a popular choice of breakfast for American kids.
You boys together made me laugh. Michael I love how your always teaching. I have learned so much for you. You are amazing! Happy winter solstice
Happy Winter Solstice to you Michael from South Africa having a happy Summer Solstice . I enjoyed watching you make the pudding and it is delicious with custard
You are such a great uncle fixing the apple for Ernest even though you were busy with making the pudding and Florian helping with the video so nice.
Love watching you prepare the Xmas Pud!! Can’t wait to see it come out of the oven Michael! Well done.
Love your pudding creativity!
Mama Stamburg’s cranberry relish.
2 cups whole cranberry’s
1 small onion
3/4 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons of horseradish
Put in a blender. Creamy or chunky depends on blend.
Delightful. And you are so good with Ernest. Look forward to seeing the finished pudding.
Your channel take me to Christmas past - sixty years ago with my Granny’s pudding aflame arriving at the dining table and the Hard Sauce. I can actually taste it. Thank you! You are a man of many talents and the pudding looks great!
Love this vlog Michael. I was dying of laughter during the rum tasting! Little Ernest seeking out uncle Michael to peel his apple was adorable! Merry Christmas! I cannot wait to see the Christmas pudding come out of the steamer!
What a cosy lovely vlog, Michael!!!! Thank you!!!!🥰
What a lovely sky . Just beautiful.
Enjoyed. Loving any and all content! Keep on making the vlogs frequently. The cottage is so charming.
Lovely video truly 🥂🥮
Thank you for sharing your
Knowledge Michael from Christmas Pudding 🎄👌
To winter solstice your absolutely
Brilliant I do believe 🕊🙏💫🦭☃️
Merry Christmas Michael 🤶and Florin.always a joy 😂 to watch.
love watching you cook Michael Merry Christmas xx
That was several substitutions you made in that pudding recipe. Looking forward to seeing how it turns out.
Best uncle award!! ❤️❤️❤️
The alcohol content of the rich pudding or fruit cake and TIME develops the flavour of the entire ingredients. It is also affected by the relative humidity. A decent Christmas pud or fruit cake is akin to a fine wine....time, patience and love gives you the very best results.
I really enjoy fresh fruit cake and pudding. There is no real need to make them so far in advance. Michael, your kitchen cupboards are like mine. It is a true Lucky Dip, I often find unexpected essentials in there!
Thank you for the video. Have a gala day!
It is fun to watch you cook! One of my favorite things to watch! It is part of your creativity.
I see you listened to me lol FELIZ NAVIDAD FROM PUERTO RICO EVERYONE
Michael, I honestly adore your videos. You are such a joy to watch.
So happy to see you feeling better. Merry Christmas. ❤️
The Christmas pudding looks as if it will be delicious. Well done Michael.
Love the content of this video, love the cooking ones 👨🍳
How lovely that pudding looks can’t wait to see tomorrow how it turned out..your nephew is a doll he’s so curious..was watching you peel that apple so cute..💞
Michael, you are just a darling. I marvel at all your talents and your tender heart. May much happiness come to you in the new year!
Michael, I just binged watched all your videos while I prepared my home for Christmas with my family. I want you to know that I truly enjoyed your entire family and all fun and adventures. I don’t even remember how I found you but once I did, I was totally hooked! Merry Christmas to you and yours from California! I’ve been to France many times and am in love with everything Parisian! Wishing you all the best in life and much happiness!!! P. S. You are living my dream and so glad you are sharing yours with us!!! 🎄🎅🏽♥️🙏🏼😊🤗☃️
Florian is a keeper! I love that your putting him in the videos, he’s so sweet and very funny. Please keep him around! Love you happy solstice 🎄🍾🎄🌞🍾🌞
Loved the videos!...your cooking isn't boring to us!...love watching you cook or bake! Your vlogs are always entertaining. Keep the vlogs coming. You are a joy!...Merry Christmas to you and your family!
Hello how are you doing hope you're safe over there👐👐👏👏👏
Love the cooking content just as much as ALL of you videos! Put together a little cook book!!
Hello how are you doing hope you're safe over there👏👋👋👋
Great Videos!
Instead of Narnia's limitless wardrobe, Michael has the 'cupboard with no end," right in his wee French country cottage.
Hello how are you doing hope you're safe over there??
You are such a good uncle. I love Ernest. He is lucky to have you.
Oh you guys crack me up. Thank you so much for entertaining me. Much love and Merry Christmas
Florian is doing well as cameraman. Being in your kitchen is my favorite part of your vlog. I am constantly looking at all your interesting things on the shelves. Especially the tiny ceramic animals. Plus tt the little black dog. He likes hanging at your place. Till tomorrow.
Beautiful vlog Michael, looking forward to a virtual slice of your pudding 😁Merry Christmas 🎄 🎁🎉🎊🧑🎄🎅
I love this kind of video! Prepping for Christmas is the best part!
Happy winter solstice Michael and Florian!!!
Hello how are you doing hope you're safe over there?
@@bryanjaon2550 hi Bryan. Doing very well thank you! Yes yes staying safe. Always. Thank you. Take care
@@lotusdolphin Where are you from if I may ask?
@@bryanjaon2550 out in California Bryan. Where are you located?
@@lotusdolphin I’m originally from California born and raised in a small town Santa Barbara.
I am a White. My mother ancestors came from Ireland and my dads are not traceable as he was adopted when his mother died at birth. I'm currently residing in Key west, Fl 🏝at the moment. I've been here for quite sometime
I love the Christmas pudding, I have Lucky Charms in my kitchen cabinets a full box
I love watching you cook and bake 🥰
Hello how are you doing hope you're safe over there 👏👏
You guys are so funny! I enjoyed this so much. I just kept laughing. Florian and you are so cute together and his English is improving so much. I'm sure others will agree, we could watch you guys all day. Thank you for sharing your lives with us. Hugs and Merry Christmas to you and your wonderful family! 🎅🌟🎄 From Southern California 🌞
Agree.....i laughed so much
Your pup is snug as a bug under the tree; precious! You are quite the cook ! I just paid 7 Euros for 283 grams (10 ounces) for dried cranberries today. I saw your big bag of cranberries and couldn’t imagine what that would cost here in the States. Holiday baking is my labor of love to family and friends.❤️🎄
I made a cranberry, ginger, dried apricot, Granny Smith apple chutney with brown sugar & a dried red pepper for bite. The juice was apple cider vinegar & kombucha! It was FABULOUS. Delicious- Then I used the leftovers from Thanksgiving for gravy on my stuffed cabbage rolls with pork. Really tasty !
You two make a great team... rum flavoured banter 😃
Happy winter solstice. Really enjoy your banter with Florian. Ernest is so adorable 🥰 Your a great uncle Michael 😍😘
I wonder if you could substitute breadcrumbs with bashed croutons?... The cottage is looking lovely and cosy. I like the layout and the colours. The tapestry is a perfect addition.
Lots of Christmas spirit (and not just the brandy and rum). I would love to be vacationing there during the holidays. Perhaps next year.