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Christmas-Eve dinner time in the East End club-house, where everyone brought their own dinner to cook themselves, over the community oven with one frying-pan
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Christmas-Eve dinner time in the East End club-house, where everyone brought their own dinner to cook themselves, over the community oven with one frying-pan
Christmas-Eve dinner time in the East End club-house, where everyone brought their own dinner to cook themselves, over the community oven with one frying-pan. Hugh pieces of bacon made there appearance wrapped up in ancient newspaper, sausages emerged from pocket-handkerchiefs and pigs potatoes from hats. Date: 1846
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Step back in time to Christmas Eve 1846, where the East End club-house was bustling with activity as members gathered for a communal dinner. Each person brought their own ingredients to cook over the community oven, using just one frying-pan to create a feast fit for the holiday season.
The scene is reminiscent of a bygone era, with large pieces of bacon wrapped in ancient newspaper, sausages emerging from pocket-handkerchiefs, and potatoes appearing from hats. The air is filled with the delicious aroma of food cooking over an open fire, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for all who have come together to celebrate.
As friends and neighbors gather around the makeshift kitchen area, there is a sense of camaraderie and community spirit that permeates the room. Laughter fills the air as stories are shared and memories are made during this special evening.
This snapshot captures a unique moment in time when people came together to share not only a meal but also their friendship and companionship. It serves as a reminder of simpler times when joy could be found in simple pleasures such as good food and good company.
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