A recipe for traditional shortbread fingers, featuring a vanilla and butter dough that is scored into slender shapes before baking, then finished with a pale sugar icing that crystallizes like frost; these biscuits are traditionally made during the solstice and pair well with spiced tea.

This practical guide helps you organize and time every aspect of your holiday meal preparation. It provides detailed timelines for cooking tasks, from preparing main courses like roasts to chilling desserts, ensuring everything is ready on schedule. The guide includes notes on traditional recipes, helping you coordinate a seamless event for gatherings like Christmas or Thanksgiving.