What do you cook when Ya-Ya is coming to town?

Foti and I were in Greece a few months ago. We got to spend some quality time with his Ya-ya(grandmother.)



Now fast forward to today! His Ya-Ya is staying in Houston with Foti's parents for the holidays. She's never been to Austin, so we convinced her to come fly out and stay with us for a few days. We've got so many things planned! Christmas tree hunting, more holidays shopping, Zilker Park Christmas Tree gazing and of course, walking through the Trail of Lights! I've made her room all beautiful and fresh, but I'm stumped on what to cook for her. Obviously, she adores Greek food, but she always has that! All I've come up with is a spinach, bean and potato soup. Isn't that sad? I got some rib eyes, chicken and fresh fruits. What else though? I should mention that she's diabetic. So, that pretty much rules out my sugary, sweet holiday specialties. However, I don't think I can resist making some homemade chocolate-peppermint cookies. The little Martha Stewart in me says that I definitely should have some fresh baked cookies in December when guests(especially family) arrives. Am I wrong? Foti and I will end up polishing them all off, but who cares. It's such a great smell to walk in to!





I can't wait for Ya-Ya to come to town! It is chilly out and getting closer to the 25th! Yay for Ya-Ya! A wonderful weekend awaits us. Plus, it's always touching to see the man you love with his Ya-Ya =) It just warms my heart.