Seven regular MNTVers plus friends met at The Windmill House - one of the food and drink area's in the European market in Albert Square by Manchester Town Hall. It was cold and dry and not too busy, so we were able to get some food and drinks quite easily without having to wait for ages. We each got our food from different stalls, so were able to compare what we ate - each were tradtional dishes from various European countries like Lanchashire hot pot from the UK, Pan Hagarty from Ireland, Paella from Spain, a chicken and garlic dish from France and, although no-one had any, there were plenty of Bratwurst from Germany. Most of us had a hot Glühwein to drink, which was great:-)
We chatted while we ate and drank and Marita was the first to wander off and buy something - a £10 bag of various salami's and other spicy sausages. They looked and smelt so good that it wasn't long before Andy was persuaded to get some as well. When everyone had finished eating and drinking, we went for a wander around the stalls to see what delights were available. Some of the group bought their Christmas presents before heading off home.
A lovely relaxing start to the Christmas Festivities!
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