Wishing you a very Merry Christmas, delivered to you the traditional RecipeTin way: with the annual dodgy Christmas Selfie!
Regular readers have heard me say it before, swearing that this is the year I will get organised to take “proper” nice Christmas photos of Dozer and I to send out with Christmas wishes. Yet somehow, as with every year (though this year, I do have an excuse of renovations. moving back home, and the cookbook!), here I am the day before Christmas, scrambling to take said photo.
And as always, it takes a few attempts. (Case in point: 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020) Here’s a peek into my camera roll for what really went down this year!
Stealing Dozer’s Christmas props
Firstly, my own Christmas props appear to have gone missing in the move, so I had to borrow something from Dozer’s stash. Pretty sure the horns are Halloween gear, but somehow it seemed fitting for me. 🤷🏻♀️
We started out with the the usual gentle cajoling, trying to get Dozer to co-operate….. “Good boy Dozer! Sit up Dozer. Look at the camera!”
Followed by giving up, and using brute force to try to get him to sit up for the photo…
…which I managed to successfully do, except my dress was pinned down under his considerable weight so I couldn’t sit up properly.
Dress free, back to trying to get him to face the camera, trying to maintain a serene-yet-happy smile on my face at the exact moment the camera timer goes off…. (#fail)
Out of patience, he breaks free and makes a run for it, resulting in this excellent shot….
And 20 takes later, one semi-acceptable photo. Except… Dozer! Eyes on the camera!! 🤭
🎄 Merry Christmas!! 🎄
Wishing you and your family a wonderful holiday and Happy New Year!
Tell me what you’re making for Christmas this year. I want to know!
~ Nagi and Dozer xx
PS And just a little new-recipes-update for those who are wondering! As explained in the last Cookbook Update, I plan to recommence publishing new recipes after my manuscript is submitted to my publisher at the end of January 2022. In the meantime, please enjoy browsing through my stash of over 1,250 recipes at your leisure! N x
Life of Dozer
I am 100% sure he hasn’t passed out in a sugar coma after stealing all of Santa’s cookies….
And a look back at Life of Dozer from Christmas’ in years gone by! It’s not his favourite holiday because it’s usually associated with props. 😂 He looks mighty unimpressed here:
And I think it’s just sheer embarrassment on his face here. Ohhhhh, the sniggering coming from me as I took this photo!! So cruel.
An excellent one for swimming, it sits securely on his head. This got much use last year.
Ohhh that’s right! That time I traded a doggie donut in exchanging for holding still so that very tall hat precariously balanced on his furry head would stay long enough for a photo!
One of his earlier Christmas shoot days. That little puff of brown fur between the reindeer ears just works on him!
Ahh yes. That time the gingerbread man’s arm went missing and everybody was so quick to blame Dozer!
But before you spend too much time feeling sorry for Dozer being dressed up in ridiculous outfits, let’s not forget that the volume of food surrounding him ramps up considerably around this time of the year…
The Christmas Tree Pavlova which he was heavily involved in taste testing….
All those Christmas Cookies that get made especially for him (albeit very, very small):
And those big shoot days when we do a whole table spread of Christmas food! He gets mighty comfortable under table on those days…
Yes, Christmas is very good to Mr Dozer. Just like every other day in #LifeOfDozer!!
Merry Christmas ! Your blog is my go to. Making the pavlova Christmas tree fire tomorrow.
Merry Christmas Nagi and Dozer. Sending you lots of pats and hugs (Dozer)
Merry Xmas and Happy New Year to you and Dozer. This year I have done the Maple Ham, cowboy salad and Seafood sauce.. I am looking forward to your cookbook and new recipes in 2022. 🤞2022 is a better year all round
Loved it all! Merry Christmas to you and furry baby. 🎄❤️🙏🏻
Merry Christmas to you and Dozer! I’m making your crockpot pork loin and kale/spinach salad for Christmas Eve dinner. Thank you so much for all of your wonderful recipes. All the best in the New Year!
Thank you, Nagi. I’m very glad you showed up for Christmas. Thank you for all those delicious recipes, and please keep them coming! Dozer is one of the best puppies ever!
Thank you, Nagi. I’m very glad you showed up for Christmas. Thank you for all those delicious recipes, and please keep them coming!
Merry Christmas Nagi! Love all your Christmas photos!!
Merry Christmas Nagi and Dozer! All the best in the New Year and look forward to your recipes!
Merry Xmas, Nagi I love Dozer
As an elderly live alone I don’t get to cook a lot but I would love to know how to reduce the recipe size properly. Only a small eater now. But still like to cook sometimes.
Whatever the angle of the photo or pose does not detract from Dozer’s gorgeousness. May your Christmas & 2022 be filled with love, laughter, much success & a glass or 3 of bubbles.🎄🎅🥳🥂🐾
Happy Christmas Nagi, to you and Dozer! I discovered your wonderful recipes during Melbourne’s lockdowns and I love them all. Can’t wait for your cookbook!
Merry Xmas Nagi and Dozer. I just love you two. X
Merry Christmas to you and Dozer. I have really enjoyed your recipes and posts all year and miss your regular emails. Looking forward to the New Year and your new cookbook.
Just love your program especially DOZER . Living alone your recipes are lot for me.
Merry Christmas Nagi and Dozer. Thank you so much for your amazing recipes. I tell everyone about you and talk about you as though I know you personally. I have cooked many of your recipes and you are without a doubt a sensation in my home. Every recipe turns out exactly as it should. Have a fabulous Christmas.
Merry Christmas! Love your recipes and your sense of adventure with food.
I don’t know how you do it but I’m glad you do.
Best wishes to you and Dozer
Hi, I’ve missed you and dozer in my inbox please return soon. Have a fabulous Christmas and New Year from Yorkshire in the very dull UK.
wishing you and dozer a very merry Christmas and a Happy New Year
Merry Christmas to you Nagi and Dozer and your family. I love these photos, so cute.
Thank you for all your fantastic recipes which I just love. You have made me a better cook for which I and my family thank you. I can’t wait for your cookbook to come out.
I hope you and everyone traveling have a safe holiday.
Many blessings for you and your family in 2022. 🎄🎅🏻🤗