Sister Swap: Christmas in the City (2021)

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Sister Swap: Christmas in the City (2021)

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It's beginning to look

a lot like Christmas

Everywhere you go

Take a look

at the 5 and 10

Glistening once again

to candy canes

and silver lanes aglow

It's beginning to look

A lot like Christmas

Hi! Merry Christmas!

Hi! Good to see you!

The prettiest

sight to see

Is the holly

that will be

On your own front door

Hi! Good morning!

Hi. Merry Christmas!

I thought you were

Going to the city.

Oh, I am. I just

Had to swing by and grab some...

Red velvet cupcakes.

Uh huh.

Your sister and Simon's

favorite.

- Best in Utah.

- You betcha.

Thank you, daddy.

You bet.

I have a couple more

Christmas errands to run

and I'm off.

Okay. Here you go, Valerie.

Peppermint hot cocoa.

Exactly 4 marshmallows.

You remember everyone's order.

But I ask you this,

what if I suddenly wanted

2 marshmallows?

Oh, I would advise against that.

No, 4, is the perfect number.

I should know.

I've been managing this place

since I was 16.

Since she was 6,

if we're being honest.

Are you still going

to France this year?

Oh, I'm sorry, was that a...

No, no, no. That's okay.

Yes. I am going to France.

And never coming back.

Oh, daddy, stop it!

I... it'll be a little bit

different this year.

I mean, Uncle Dave and I

used to go every year

for the last decade,

so, it feels like a tradition

at this point,

but I'm still working out

the details.

Well, here's to nothing

being the same without him.

Here's to that.

- Have a good day.

- You too.

Thank you.

-Bye bye.

I know mom's being brave.

How's she doing really?

We have had many conversations

about your uncle's theater.

She's still thinking

of selling it?

We have talked it through

so many times.

She thinks it's for the best.

Well, then, Swift family rules.

We're all here to support her.

Yeah.

Watch. Jin... gle bells.

Jin... gle Bells!

1, 2, 3.

1... 2... 3.

And then we have

a flourish here!

Meg, focus.

We've already practiced it

this way.

Right, Jen. But it needs an

extra something.

And if you keep changing it,

we'll never be ready.

You really know how to push

your sister's buttons,

don't you?

I think our dance number

needs something.

Is it jet packs?

Christmas in space?

We'll put fishbowls

on your heads,

and rig you up

and fly you around.

Give it the old Uncle Dave

joie de vivre!

Ooh! I sound like

Maurice Chevalier.

Joie de vivre.

Joie de vivre.

I'm gonna keep working on it.

I know I have a good idea but

it takes me a minute

To figure it out.

When I opened this theater,

do you know

what I was gonna call it?

The Hazelwood Show Palace.

I know, yikes, right?

And your mom said

to name it something

that had a little more meaning.

So you called it The Madison?

After grandpa Madison.

The point is,

your mom was right.

And I rely on her

for things like that.

Thanks. Oh, so sorry.

Go ahead.

I'm... wide load.

Can I just put this

right here? Thanks. Ah.

Oh, this is cute. Ooh!

- Oh! Oh, oh!

- Oh, my gosh.

Whoa!

Oh, wow.

I just saved you some real

embarrassment, and like uh, $50.

I kind of think I'd have

managed to save it myself.

I'm known for my cat-like

reflexes.

Hmm. Is that right?

I stand by the value

of my assist.

What's in the case?

Snacks.

- It's a tuba.

- Oh.

It's the basis of the brass.

Strength of any good song.

You play Tuba? Professionally?

Oh, no, no.

Not professionally.

- No.

- Ah.

I played in high school. I

do really enjoy it though.

But every year...

I come here and meet

my nephew and my sister

at the Christmas brass

concert, so this year...

I'm sorry. I gotta take this.

Hello. Sorry.

No. Good.

Ah, yeah. No wait.

When did that happen?

Right. No. I'll be right there.

Yeah. I'll come right now.

Cool.

Yeah, no. It was nice

to meet you.

Nice to... that was good.

I'm actually

gonna get some hats.

Oh!

There she is.

I was the best tuba player In

the Hazelwood marching band.

I dug this out of the attic,

and I just thought...

How hard can it be?

How hard can it be?

Very hard. It turns out.

- Yeah.

- Yeah.

But the looks on your faces,

oh! So worth it.

Okay. I got us

some fun Christmas hats.

Wow!

These are something!

Here.

Uh, no. You two are enough.

Put it on.

Rules of the season.

Someone gives you

a fun Christmas hat,

you gotta put it on your head.

Did they re-write the rules?

Because I swear last time I read

it, there was nothing in there.

- Come on.

- Put it on.

Both: Oh! You're so cute.

Look at our guy!

Meg: It's gonna be great.

Jen: It'll be cute.

Oh, my gosh!

Okay. We changed

decorations...

Okay.

This year, but I really need

your honest, first

impressions, okay? Promise?

Yes. I'm scared.

Oh. It's beautiful!

You like it?

It's simple. Spare.

Well, I wasn't going for spare

necessarily, as much as

a modern, classy,

understated.

- It's incredible.

- Yeah?

Yeah, this is what dad

always talks about.

Build a community

Both: And the people

will gather! Yes!?

- Look.

- Is that for me?

Got it for mom for Christmas.

Come on.

- Ooh.

- We have some work to do here.

What?

Let's wrap them up.

Oh! Oh, Simon.

You may not remember,

but Uncle Dave used to put

out these little figurines

for each of the children

at Christmas.

Except that two of them

are missing,

so the actual presents...

- Oh, no!

- are the new additions.

Okay.

- So, we have some shopping to do.

- Yeah.

And arriving from the kitchen,

a little nosh.

Meg Swift.

Always a pleasure.

And you, sir?

Okay, be honest about

the hors d'oeuvres.

Oh, Joe. I don't think

you've met my sister Meg.

Meg, this is Joe.

Our new General Manager.

Well, new-ish.

Uh, we have met.

He likes tubas,

but he's a little clumsy.

Oh. So you're

Jennifer's sister, huh?

Mm-hmm.

Cat-like reflexes here.

Tell me about those contests.

Great Salt, it's a

local magazine, every year,

they pick 3 restaurants,

to do this whole competition.

They compete to throw

the best Christmas party.

- Yeah.

- I love it. Who chooses the winner?

The magazine. Everybody

gets a ton of publicity,

and if you win, the magazine

will donate $25,000

to the charity of your choice.

Whoa.

And for us,

it's Big Mountain Food Bank.

I mean, it would mean

lines out the door.

It takes us to a whole

next level.

It'd be amazing.

- Wow.

- Yeah.

I'm so excited.

And this is delicious.

Is that Chervil?

You can taste the Chervil.

Oh, uh, professional

herb taster.

Yeah, Jen didn't tell you?

Uh...

Kidding.

It's a joke. I was joking.

I love it here.

I know.

I mean I love Hazelwood

at Christmas.

- Yeah.

- But Salt Lake City.

I know, it's amazing, right?

It feels so good.

Why don't you stick around

for a few more days?

You know I'm offering you

the world's most unreliable,

inflatable bed.

Flat by morning.

Both: Every time!

So, are you still going

to France this year?

Yeah. Without Uncle Dave.

Oh... you two loved

traveling together.

I loved hanging out with all

of his friends in Paris.

I loved that he spoke

terrible French.

Bone-joor.

Yeah, he'd be like, mare-si.

He was the best.

But, I just think I gotta go.

Yeah.

I think I might need

to stay for awhile.

Be honest. You have a secret

French boyfriend, don't you?

How dare you bring up Jean-Louis

at a time like this.

Have you ever felt like you

just needed the next thing?

- All the time.

- Really?

So what is the next thing?

Uncle Dave used to say that

big decisions take time,

and I think for me, distance.

Hmm.

Like today, I got in the car,

and I was driving here, it just

felt like anything was possible.

Yeah.

I mean, whatever's next for me,

I don't think it's in Hazelwood.

Well, when you're ready

to figure it out, I'm here.

I know you are.

Look who I found.

Hey. What are you doing here?

Are you doing some

last minute Christmas shopping?

Oh, I usually like to take a

stroll through the Christmas market

before the dinner rush.

Yes. Magic.

Well, take a walk with us.

Sure.

Actually, Simon and I

have to go pick up

a secret Christmas present

for somebody.

Are you pointing at me?

- What? No.

- She's pointing at me.

- Goodbye!

- Goodbye!

- See you later!

- A Christmas surprise!

What are Christmas tapas?

Um, impossible to describe.

Okay.

It's a rotating menu.

So the only thing

you know for sure

Is that it's going to be

delicious.

Oh, I think I'm going to have

the rosemary potatoes,

and the green beans

look really good too.

- Christmas dinner.

- Both: Yes!

Hi there.

What can I get for you?

So hard to decide.

Do you guys have

a sampler platter?

Yes. Oh, hey.

You're back. You were...

You were here yesterday.

Yes, I was.

And the day before.

Yes. Correct. Everything

here is so good looking.

Wait, no, no.

What I meant is that

everything here

looks so good, and I'll have

the sampler platter.

Uh, two of those?

Yes, please. Thank you.

Great.

You are deeply smooth.

I'm obvious.

It's my super power.

Okay. So today I have combined

the red potato

rosemary coquettes,

and the turkey and gravy

on a biscuit

and green beans

with a dash of spice.

Thank you so much.

- Thank you. Tell your friends.

- Mm-hmm.

And keep coming back.

I'll see you again tomorrow.

I am counting on that.

Thanks for being my wing woman.

Oh, I didn't do anything.

I just stood there and giggled.

Well, what could be more

helpful?

Mm.

Mm.

Meg: I mean, why don't you

just stay longer?

- Really?

- Yeah. Stay as long as you want.

I mean, I would love it.

I might have to borrow

some clothes.

I love that you're even

pretending to ask.

You're wearing one of

my sweaters right now.

sh**t.

You know, I kind of

feel like I should stay too

and help Joe and the staff

plan the party.

But I don't want to disappoint

mom and dad.

Well, Ulmer and Sprig feels like

a pretty well-oiled machine.

You deserve to enjoy it.

What are you...

- That's better.

- Really?

Goes with the sweater.

Alright, so then,

I'll help with the Madison,

and help with mom and dad,

and you just stay

and take some space.

I'm glad you're here.

What's happening?

It's so cute.

- Is it?

- It's your new look.

It's who you are now.

- Whoo! Alright, here.

- Yeah?

Give these to mom

And have her open them

one at a time.

Oh, that's a good idea.

That's so sweet.

Also, go to the antique booth

at the Christmas market

cause they might have some more

of those Christmas village pieces.

- Oh, I will.

- Okay.

Simon, drive safely. I love

you guys.

- Love you!

- Love you, too.

Seatbelts.

Go, Simon! Whoo-hoo!

That's all that I have.

But I can get you

something else.

That's a lot of mistletoe.

Hey. I thought you

were going back to...

Yeah. Change of plans.

Gonna stick around for another

couple of days. What is this?

Uh, just uh, buying some holly.

For the party.

Holly has red berries.

This is mistletoe.

So unless this the theme of your

Christmas party is kissing,

which, by the way,

sounds like a very fun party.

No, no, no.

People would love that.

Yeah, no, I honestly thought

this was uh...

- Oh, no, honestly.

- Holly.

Honest. Honest mistake.

Happens with greenery.

Okay, um... Uh, pine garland.

I never really got

the whole mistletoe thing.

When I was in high school,

I had a huge crush

on this guy named Justin Leach.

Oh, I went to the Christmas

party,

and I stood underneath

the mistletoe for hours.

- Full size. Thank you.

- Waiting.

He's married now. Not to me.

To this woman who's like,

amazing.

- Got it.

- You want me to carry that?

You got any more?

I can carry it.

Here. I can carry it.

So, this party.

Tell me the plan.

Well, I've been working really

hard to get us nominated.

I put aside some money

for a budget.

Obviously, the food is ready,

uh the decorations, and...

Photo booth.

The photo booth?

You're not gonna have a photo

booth?

I hadn't... considered uh...

Photo booths are kind of hokey.

No. Especially not a Christmas

one.

Do you throw a lot

of Christmas parties?

Sometimes. Yeah.

Well, or engagement parties.

Bridal showers. I'm...

Sort of the town busybody?

- What? No.

- I'm sorry. I'm just...

I've always thought of myself

as cheerfully helpful.

Although I guess

that's what you'd think

if you were the town busybody.

You know what?

The photo booth is a good idea.

- Right?

- Yeah.

Victoria: Okay, team.

Cookies, frosting.

And Meg Smith.

Come here.

And the world's most delightful

kid sister.

You know Victoria too.

Oh, yeah.

She and Jennifer used to

come home from college,

and I'd follow them around

like a puppy.

Turns out, she was cooler

than both of us.

Alex: We started

a tradition last year.

Free cookies with every order

during the holiday season.

a*t*matic cookies.

Who doesn't love that?

Thank you very much.

Draw and outward.

Huh?

It's so subtle.

O Christmas Tree

O Christmas Tree

Meg: Oh, okay.

Alex: Make it Christmassy.

Your reindeer is wearing a

sweater.

She's festive.

You know, we should consider

a cookie decorating

station at the party.

- Yes!

- Love that!

Hold up.

We agreed to keep it simple.

This is a big opportunity for us

and the food bank.

You need to come volunteer

with us.

It's got a lot of heart, that

place, but running on a shoestring.

I would love to,

and you know another thing

we could do

for the Christmas party...

You know, while I appreciate

your enthusiasm,

Jennifer and I have a plan.

Food for a distinguished palate.

Hmm?

Multiple courses, huh?

And string music.

Hmm.

Very prim Victorian Christmas.

Listen, I love this place, but

judging by the decor alone,

I feel like it could use

a little life.

We agreed on a plan as a team.

We don't want to bite off

more than we can chew.

Victoria:

No, I'm with Meg on this one.

All in favor of adding

more ideas?

Okay. Alright.

So what's going on with you?

Ah... the family's good.

Meg: Yeah.

My sister's having triplets

in a few weeks.

Three times the joy.

And three times

the cribs and toys.

Anyway, I also applied

for a dream job

I'll never get.

It's with Naidre Miller.

The Naidre Miller?

Yes. Yes.

It's in L.A.

Closer to my family.

You know,

even though it's feeling

like I'd be leaving

your sister in a lurch,

she's been really supportive.

Yeah, that's Jen.

She always wants

what's best for people.

Hey, I'll make myself useful.

I got it.

- Thank you.

- Where's it going?

- Table 10.

- 10. Got it.

Kate.

Where am I going?

Hello there, sir.

Well... wait. You're not

Jennifer.

No. I am not. But I am

wearing her sweater.

I'm her sister Meg.

Resemblance is... stunning.

Oh.

- I'm Frank.

- Hi, Frank.

You must be a regular here.

It's good to have

a neighborhood place.

They take care of me.

Plus they go heavy on

the rosemary and the...

Chervil. Yes.

We grew up in a restaurant

and my uncle

ran this movie theater,

so it's really all about...

Joe: Meg?

People coming in...

Can I...

Yeah. Yeah, yeah. Excuse me.

Hope to see you again, Meg.

You, too, Frank.

You're a delight.

Nice guy.

Yeah. Lots of people eat alone.

It's fine to just...

Oh, no.

I was just being friendly.

It worked out. He likes herbs,

I like herbs.

Listen. I wanted you to know

that I heard your ideas.

And I am very, very excited

about those ideas.

But, in the interest

of simplicity...

I was thinking simple too.

Juggling elves. Holiday karaoke.

Clowns bowling in Santa hats.

I'm joking. That was a joke.

You didn't laugh. Huh.

Look, if we take on

too much and fail,

we won't get the prize money.

Or the publicity. You know?

I want Umber and Sprig

to take the next step.

To grow.

Yes. And I do, too.

I know my sister does as well.

I promise.

But it's more than that.

We have some time

before dinner service.

Are you up for a field trip?

Here it is.

Wow.

So, I'd been volunteering here

for a long time,

and then your sister and her

staff started showing up

once a week,

and just one big, fun group.

Hmm.

I got to know them, and one

thing led to another,

and uh, then I asked your sister

if she needed someone

to run the place.

Out of the blue you just asked

to run a restaurant?

Well, I have a resume.

It's kind of always

been my thing, you know.

You know, bars, restaurants,

you name it,

always make the best jobs.

And I knew

working for your sister

Would let me carve out time

to volunteer here.

Mm.

And there's just so much

need right now.

So, we do what we can.

Joe! I wasn't expecting you.

The place looks great.

And that sweater.

Oh, yes. I am like sleigh bells

and sensible shoes. Listen

You have to be Jennifer's sister.

I'm Maryanne.

Meg. Nice to meet you.

So, we were chosen

for that contest

I was telling you about.

Oh, wow!

And if we win, it's $25,000

to the charity of our choice.

I know you have plans to build.

Ok, I'm sorry.

I don't mean to cry.

I... any act of kindness, and

here come the waterworks.

No, it's good. Let it out.

Feel the feelings.

Well, wait. We haven't won yet.

I know,

but it would mean so much.

See, right now,

we pre-pack

boxes of food for people.

But we want it to be

more like a grocery store.

Where people can come in

and choose.

Oh, I'd love that.

There are these places that

are popping up everywhere.

There's one in Santa Barbara.

One in Nashville.

They call it The Store,

but I call it

already needs

some adjustments, of course.

I figure we could put

produce here,

and the refrigerator section here.

I mean,

it's big enough, right?

Wow, this would be so amazing.

Well, hopefully the prize

money will allow for that.

Well, with the

$25,000 seed money,

I mean, we would qualify

for a ton of grants,

and nonprofit matching funds.

It'd be a lot of work,

but it'd be so worth it.

We will work so hard

to make this happen for you.

Maryanne: Oh, thank you.

But if we get the word out

to enough people,

if we get the right publicity.

Yeah, we can't get ahead

of ourselves.

We're a small staff, Meg,

with limited resources.

Well, but you have me.

For how long?

Hey, Joe. You got a minute?

Meg?

Does my name not come up

when I call?

I hope I'm listed in your phone.

Very funny. Alright.

How are things there?

- Honestly, it's amazing.

- Yeah?

I love this city!

And Joe showed me the food bank,

and I'm really enjoying myself.

Oh, Maryanne's a real

ball of fire, isn't she?

Oh, she's great! I love her.

And I want to help your staff

throw a blow-out party.

So, I was thinking,

what if I didn't

go back to Hazelwood?

I think that's really smart.

You don't think mom and dad

are gonna be upset

If I stay here

for a couple more days?

I think they'd be glad

you're trying something new.

Oh, sister swap. I love this!

I do too. Alright,

I'm gonna tell Joe

that you're helping out, okay?

Oh, no, no. Let me.

I can handle it.

Okay, alright. Well, um...

I love you. Call me

if anything comes up, okay?

I promise I will.

I love you, too.

Bye.

Also, I'm never giving back

this coat.

I've just never seen you

take a night off before.

Everything okay?

Yeah. I... I have a date.

- But if you need me...

- No, no, no.

No! I'm happy for you.

Take a chance, man.

Thank you.

Good luck.

Alex: Thank you.

- Hey there.

- Hey.

Is that the RSVP list

for the party?

Uh, yeah, slow going so far,

But uh, we'll catch up.

We should get a mailing list

and send out an email blast.

Also, bear with me,

What if, in terms

of the decorations,

what if we go big?

I'm sorry,

am I missing something here?

Do you work here now?

Oh, uh, sort of.

I had a little chat

with Jennifer,

And I'm gonna be helping out

with the planning of the party.

Well, uh...

I don't want to end up with

20-feet of mistletoe, so...

why don't we meet

in the morning? Go shopping.

- Perfect!

- Perfect!

Ow.

- Hey.

- Hi.

- You wanted to meet me here?

- Yes. Come on in.

Alright.

Oh... wow!

Oh, my sister told me

about this installation

but I didn't know

it would be so beautiful.

Yeah. People come from all over

every year to see this.

I think we should get an artist

to do an installation

for the party.

Yeah, Meg, I...

No, come on.

You said people come

from all over the place.

They'll flock to our party.

Throw in a couple of

activities. Come on.

Yeah, but after yesterday,

I'm a little worried

about what you mean

by activities?

A good Christmas party

needs things to do.

- Take weddings. For example.

- Mm-hmm.

They're fun because you get

to watch the groom dance

with his mom.

Someone throws something

you can catch.

Cake in the face!

Yeah, but for a Christmas

party...

It's the same thing.

A party where you stand around

all day in your formal clothes,

that's a party you leave.

That's a middle school dance.

Did you go

to a middle school dance?

Were you not fun?

I was fun.

But my family

kept Christmas simple.

You know, my parents

liked to travel a lot,

And I... I honestly liked to

volunteer over the holidays.

Oh, yeah. My sister told me

about the holiday traditions

of the wait staff.

And no matter what,

I always make sure

that it was for everybody.

Because we have to build

the community

that we want, right?

That's what our party

should be about.

It should be about community.

You know, a big celebration,

you know.

- Get 'em dancing.

- Get 'em dancing, huh?

- Oh.

- Yes.

Oh, dancing, huh?

Whoo!

Yeah, well, we don't have much

time before the lunch rush,

And this is a little more

elaborate than the holly wreaths

that I was thinking.

I'll get a quote for

the poinsettias.

That guy looks like

he might know.

Yeah, wait, but uh...

Hey, Frank.

You have a good lunch today?

As it always is.

A good routine is the key

to a healthy life. And...

sometimes you get free cookies.

Do you have any

holiday travel coming up?

Um... no. Not so much anymore.

I have a daughter,

but we celebrate separately.

Oh.

Alex, how'd the date go?

Yes, I was curious

about this as well.

Was it stressful trying to

figure out what to wear?

- I always find that part stressful.

- Where'd you go?

- It was fun. And he's great.

- Oh.

And I invited him to our

volunteer shift tomorrow.

So I'm gonna need you

to play it cool, Mom and Dad.

Frank: Y'all volunteer?

Together? Where?

The Big Mountain Food Bank.

We take a shift once a week.

You should come and join us

sometime, Frank.

- I'd love to.

- Great.

Tomorrow morning. 8AM.

And you, mister.

We have a date with some

wreaths and trees.

Ah.

Joe: Hey, look at this beauty.

Okay. So in a fantasy world,

in addition to the poinsettias,

what if we have one

really big tree,

like enormous, tall, and fat.

Where would the people stand?

Have you seen the RSVP list?

We've got 18 people coming.

I think we'll be able

to make room.

But we have one big tree that

we can all decorate, right?

Not as a kid.

I always wanted

an enormous tree,

but my parents

wouldn't let me get one,

because they were afraid

it would take up

too much space

in the living room.

- Me too.

- Really?

Yeah. But, I would always say

we can cut the bottom out

and we can make

a wreath.

Out of the scraps.

Both: Great minds.

So this is what small town

Christmas traditions are.

You and some ski patrol dude

making wreaths together.

Well, I'm from

a very small town,

so there's one ski patrol dude,

and he's older than my dad.

What about you?

You bring a lot of women

to the old wreath-making table?

Because getting your hands

full of sap

and making something with

questionable artistic taste

is a solid date.

Well, you can't b*at

the pine scented air.

Oh, uh...

I gotta take this.

Yeah, sure. Go take that.

We're about done here.

We can hang these wreaths up

at the restaurant.

It'll be beautiful.

We can put it up on the wall,

and we can... okay.

Joe: Hello?

Hi. Psst. Excuse me.

Could you help me get like

a big centerpiece type tree,

like a

double wide,

but it's kind of a surprise.

No. No, it's no problem.

Okay. Thank you.

Merry Christmas.

Sir, um, I'm looking for a tree

that's kind of uh, double wide.

- Like this one?

- Yes.

Okay.

And uh... it's a, it's a

surprise. So shh. Okay.

Hey, Meg!

Oh, hi, everybody.

I miss you!

Are you decorating the tree?

We are! How are you?

Um...

Wait right there.

Then all of a sudden,

it just hit me like a wave.

And as much as I wanted

to be there

for their big night

at the theater,

I suddenly didn't.

I wanted to be here.

And you feel okay about it?

Well, like always, Jen listened.

Mm-hmm.

And she let me feel my feelings.

And then she had precisely

the right thing to say.

Sisters are amazing.

Sisters are amazing.

Thank you guys once again

for volunteering

tomorrow morning.

Hey, we wouldn't miss it.

Oh, uh, Meg.

I still need a photo for the

email blast invitation.

Yes. I'm gonna get that for

you tomorrow, I promise.

Wow. The party's in 7 days.

No.

They don't give us a lot of time

to plan this thing, do they?

Well, that's the fun part.

- Good night, guys.

- Bye.

Good night.

Hey, I had fun playing Christmas

elf with you today.

Maybe tomorrow we can go down...

- Early morning.

- Oh.

Yeah, I told Maryanne

I would go by

and pick up some supplies

before we show up. No.

And it's on the way, so, yeah.

Well, I'll see you tomorrow.

Okay.

Good night, Joe.

Good night, Meg.

Good night, Joe.

Would you stop it.

I don't want to be rude.

It's polite to say

good night to someone.

I don't...

I want to be professional.

- Yeah.

- That's what you do, say goodnight

my, my person that I work with.

That's what you say!

Of course, you do.

All these boxes

have stuff in them.

Hey, Alex. How you doing?

Christmas tapas.

How are you?

Good to see you.

- You too!

- Joe. Welcome aboard.

- Thanks.

- Oh, uh...

we brought muffins.

Well, look at this crew.

There's a lot more

than normal, right?

Yes. This is Martin.

- Hi!

- And Frank.

Hey!

Oh, well, thank you all

for being here.

There's so much to do, and I

really appreciate the help.

- Put us to work.

- Here. Corn.

No one can find the red

food coloring.

But we found

the green food coloring.

So we figured, oh,

that'd be fine, right?

- It wasn't?

- No, it was not.

But only because I had

swapped sugar for salt.

So it was green,

and it was salty.

Henceforth known as the great

grinch cake Christmas.

You tell a good story.

My Nia's like that.

- Is that your daughter?

- Yeah.

So artistic.

Such a way with words. Just...

- capable. Smart. But uh...

- Hmm.

I was too strict.

I know that now.

I worry too much.

I wanted to protect her so

badly,

but she needed

to spread her wings, so...

if I had it to do over, I'd...

you know, I'm rambling.

Is that why you don't celebrate

Christmas with her?

It's not just that.

We're both pretty stubborn.

I got another box here.

It's ready to go.

People just...

tell you things, huh?

Yeah. I have that kind of face.

It means I get to hear

some great stories.

Hmm.

What if we united them?

- Bring Frank's daughter into the cafe

- I don't know.

I mean, it's very kind,

but that feels like

it be a tiny step too far.

Yeah. Maybe you're right.

Hey, we're about done here.

I've gotta run one errand

before the lunch rush.

Have you done your

Christmas shopping yet?

Oh! This is so perfect.

It is.

Here you go.

Thank you so much.

- Oh, thanks. Merry Christmas!

- Merry Christmas.

We're adding to my Uncle Dave's

Christmas village

- as a present for my mom.

- Ah.

It's also a good way

for her to remember him.

You're heading home

tonight, right,

uh, for the theater opening?

Actually, no.

No, and Jennifer

was really cool about me

needing to stay here.

I just can't imagine

going back to the theater

without Uncle Dave, you know.

Yeah.

Telling stories

with sound effects.

01:34:45:00... -Popping his popcorn.

Yeah.

Also, it kind of feels like

there's something here

that I need to learn.

When I first started here,

I felt I was supposed

to be here.

- You know.

- Mm-hmm.

I mean, I don't know why.

But there's just so many things

I didn't really know how to do.

- Yeah?

- Yeah.

Such as?

Well, I learned I like being

part of a team, you know?

Finding new ways to create

deeper connections

with the restaurant, community.

You really are

a big picture guy, aren't you?

The details on the other hand,

the decorations, the publicity.

Hey.

I'm learning.

As a matter of fact,

I told Maryanne

to give me the Food Bank

donor list.

As soon as Alex is done

with that email blast...

Invites away.

Frank: You know, I'm really

enjoying myself

this morning, Meg.

Well, I just hope that we win

this party challenge

so we can help give even more.

What do you mean?

If we win the prize money,

it's gonna go towards expanding

the Food Bank

into kind of a free

grocery store.

Oh.

Food Banks are amazing,

and at the store,

people have even more choices.

Wow. That's awesome.

Okay! I got you a gift

that you're really gonna love.

This is a double wide tree.

And I got you a gift that

you're really gonna love,

it's a double, double wide tree.

What, are we

selling these things now?

So let me get this straight,

uh, you got me a tree, and I

got you a tree.

Great minds think alike, huh?

We should take these out back,

put them in some water.

Now hold on. One second.

Let me just... hold on.

Frank?

Don't move.

This is a perfect picture

for the email blast

for the Food Bank donor list.

They'll love it!

Ha ha! Yes!

Yes. Look at this picture!

It's so good!

This is so great.

Ah, maybe we should start

coordinating

our screwball mistakes.

This was the best possible

kind of screwball mistake.

I agree.

Actually, maybe you're right

about trees in the restaurant.

Maybe we should

put them in the back.

Dinner prep is handled.

Everyone in the kitchen

knows what to do.

This place could run without me.

Which is good 'cause I could

use a break.

Up for a quick walk?

Oh, look at these decorations.

Yeah, Salt Lake knows how

to do business, for sure.

Any news from Jennifer?

She's loving spending

so much time with Simon.

I think the theater

really lit something

inside of her, you know?

Hmm.

- What?

I know it's everyone's first

Christmas without your Uncle,

and I'm glad Jennifer

and Simon are doing well.

I'm fine. Really.

I am. I'm having fun.

Helping out with the party.

Helping the staff.

I almost don't want to leave.

But you are, right?

Off to France?

I'm...

- Oh, sorry.

- No problem.

- I have to take this.

- Okay.

I'll see you

back at the restaurant?

Of course.

Take two. It's Christmas.

Thank you.

Have you seen how many RSVPs

we've gotten?

Oh, wow! This is

- way too many.

- Really good news.

This is 20 over what

the restaurant will hold,

and it's still growing.

Aw. Well,

it's a real party now.

Where are we

gonna put all these people?

And how much Christmas cheer

can we spread

if everyone is waiting outside

trying to get in?

That's a really good

problem to have.

Some may even say this

is a Christmas miracle.

I wish I had your optimism.

Honestly, me too.

Meg, Joe.

I have news. First...

I got the job!

The Naidre Miller?

What? Congratulations,

Victoria!

We know how much

you wanted this.

Thank you.

I mean, it's terrible for us.

We're never gonna be the same.

But we're thrilled, Victoria.

We really are thrilled for you.

And my sister Jane

is having triplets.

- Yes!

- Whoa.

I'm so excited to get them

little matching outfits.

No, no, no, no.

She's having them right now.

As we speak.

Right now? Is everything okay?

Yes. Triplets come early.

It's normal, I guess, but,

but she's going to need help,

and the job starts soon, and...

I have to go.

Tomorrow.

Tomorrow.

You're leaving?

- You're gonna go.

- Okay.

Okay.

Of course. Congratulations.

- This is good news.

- Yeah.

Yeah. I'm excited for you.

It's huge!

And don't worry about this here.

- Yes.

- We got this.

- We have totally got this.

- We got this.

Thank you, guys.

Both: No chef.

Uh, it's time to call Jennifer.

No. No, I know she needs

to be there.

And my parents need her there.

And tonight's the opening

of the theater. Just...

- we can handle this.

- How?

What's the plan?

I-I don't know yet.

Hi.

Hi. I brought coffee.

Oh. Not cocoa?

Listen, cocoa is delicious.

I like cocoa a lot.

But why is it every December

that's all anyone

ever offers me?

Why are we suddenly not allowed

to drink coffee?

It actually sounds like

you could use some coffee.

Come on in.

Thanks.

So...

I came by today to tell you that

I didn't tell Jennifer yet.

I appreciate that.

You know, I'll tell her

at the Hazelwood

park tree lighting.

But it's my job to tell her,

uh, today.

If she finds out that we

replaced

a new head chef

with someone else,

well, that wouldn't make me

good at my job.

You know what? Just tell her

that I've been interviewing

the whole time.

You absolutely have.

- Wow.

- Yeah.

You know what, I'll call her.

I'll call her up,

I'll tell her that the search

process is well underway,

and then I'll counter with

the really good news

that we've got so many RSVPs

that we've outgrown

the restaurant.

That doesn't feel better.

I have a lead on a new chef.

Oh! You do?

Jesse Collins.

I know that name.

Why do I know that name?

Head chef at Chez Barrel.

Michelin rated.

Won an award for...

Revolutionized the grilled cheese.

Wensleydale and apples.

He's the guy who built that

big like ice...

It's Jennifer. You get it.

I'm not gonna...

you get it! Tell her!

I don't know what to say!

Hello, hi, Jennifer!

Jennifer: Meg?

I don't know what

you're saying. Write it.

Let me ask you a question.

When you pick up the phone

to call me,

how am I listed?

Does it say my name?

Does it say Meg?

Is it my name that you

click on when...

Jennifer:

What's the expiration date

on this phone bit of yours?

Is it soon?

No, it is not.

How was the Madison?

Well, it was 10 degrees

inside, and the projector broke.

Also, there was a small fire.

And then, I got a call

from Victoria,

my now former head chef,

who I'm happy for, but also...

Yes. I was gonna call you.

I was gonna call you,

but I didn't,

because...

- Joe wouldn't let me.

- Jennifer: What?

- Hey!

- Hey.

Are you kidding?

Yes. I am.

I'm totally kidding.

I'm kidding.

He did want to call you, but

I told him no because...

of um, the Madison.

Alright, let's just talk about

this when I get back.

- For now, just tell me-

- You're coming back here?

Jennifer: Well, yeah.

I have to help find a head chef,

and I have to check on

the Christmas party,

and make sure the staff is okay.

Oh, no, no.

Joe has a lead on a chef.

Tussy...

- Lollins.

- What?

Collins...

Jes-Jesse Collins.

Jennifer:

The grilled cheese guy?

Yes. With the Michelin

asterisks.

Number signs. I mean, stars.

The stars.

So, see, we have this

completely handled.

Jennifer: Okay,

but the second

anything else goes wrong...

- I'm gonna call you.

- Jennifer: Call me.

I'm gonna call you.

Of course. Obviously.

I love you.

I love you, too.

Bye.

Nailed it.

A little to the left.

Yeah. Yeah, yeah, yeah.

That's good.

That's perfect!

Hey, what are we doing

for the ornaments?

Oh, just in time.

It looks great in here.

- And I brought the ornaments.

- Alright. Alright.

Yes.

Food bank clients.

People buy gifts

for the kids on the ornaments.

Oh.

I've always wanted to do

an angel tree.

Ah, but never had time

to set one up.

You know, the board

has been asking for years

to hire some extra help.

- Hmm.

- I agree with the board.

You do need some help.

Guys, guys, guys.

Come here.

Uh, Jesse Collins is here.

Fingers crossed.

W-w-wait. If you can

lock in Jesse Collins as our

chef,

I will go full town

busy body and make sure

that we can fit 200 bodies

in here for the party.

Okay. Alright. Jesse!

Jesse.

Hey, if you need a bigger space

for your party,

why not use mine?

The Food Bank is a big building.

Capacity is 300.

You're like a genius Mrs. Claus

with a really good haircut.

- Oh!

- Thank you, Maryanne.

Oh! Hey, Meg.

Oh, hi, there.

Welcome to Umber and Sprig.

Table for one?

Actually, um, this is gonna

sound a little weird.

Oh. I live for weird.

I got this email

from the Food Bank

inviting me

to your Christmas party.

We love an in person RSVP.

Cookie?

Actually,

I... recognized my dad.

Oh! You must be

Frank's daughter.

You must be Nina.

Yeah. I... he called me

and left a message

a couple days ago.

Um, and then this photo,

and I thought, well, actually,

I thought, maybe if I come down,

I'm not sure what I thought.

Joe! Come here!

This is Nina.

- This is Frank's daughter.

- Oh, wow.

You know, Frank, he's gonna

be in here any minute.

- Yeah.

- He told me about you.

I think he misses you.

You know, I... I'm not sure

this was the best idea. Um,

- actually, I should go.

- Oh...

This was a mistake.

You don't have to... go.

I wish we could get them

back together.

That's very kind of you,

but I don't know if Frank

wants to just

show up and see his daughter

out of the blue.

Well...

I don't want Frank to spend

Christmas all by himself.

Who says he will?

I mean, for Christmas Eve,

I plan on having dinner here at

the restaurant with the staff.

On Christmas day,

I'm handing out coffee,

and cinnamon rolls

at the Food Bank.

Just because you're not spending

Christmas with family,

doesn't mean

you're spending it alone.

Well, right. Of cour...

Wait, you don't

see family at all?

Oh, in January.

Things slow down,

it's easier to get away.

Hey, so, tonight is Victoria's

last shift,

and we have an idea.

Singer: Mm mm mm mm

Can you believe it's here

Our favorite time of year

Smiles of bright light

diamonds all around

Ooh ooh ooh

Surprise!!

Oh my god!

Congratulations!

Ooh ooh ooh

'Cause there's no gift

like the present

Why not live in the moment

Shake off our yesterdays

I'm gonna shake, shake,

shake, shake

And let's celebrate

good times

Make a memory

Alright, Merry Christmas.

Okay.

Ah.

- Hi.

- Hi.

Brought you a refreshment.

- Oh, thanks.

- You're welcome.

Jesse Collins turned us down

I'm afraid.

Says he likes where he is.

Oh, oh, man.

He called you at midnight?

Ah, these are chef's hours.

This is when

all the fun stuff happens.

How could he not want to

hang out with this bunch?

I mean, build a community...

And the people will gather.

Your sister says that

all the time.

She got it from my dad.

That and his knack for

decorations.

He goes all out, wow.

It is pretty.

Well, I guess, um...

I'll cancel my trip

for the tree lighting,

and I'll help you find a chef.

Ah, yes. The famous Hazelwood

tree lighting.

Hang on.

Hazelwood is an hour from here.

Yeah.

And we'd go through...

Are you up for a road trip?

I have an idea.

Yeah.

Oh! Christmas decorations,

and look at the horses!

We should take a carriage ride!

- Focus.

- So hard to focus.

Listen.

If we can convince Julie

to come to Umber and Sprig

until we find a chef

replacement...

Problem solved.

And we can celebrate

with caramel apples!

And if she says no.

Then we'll eat the caramel

apples and our feelings.

Joe Miller. Look at you!

How are you?

You didn't tell me

you were coming.

Surprise!

- Hi.

- How are you?

I'm fine. How are you?

- Good. It's good to see you.

- You too.

- You look great.

- Thanks.

- It's been a long time.

- It has been.

- Hi.

- Hi.

Merry Christmas.

Nice to meet you. I'm Meg.

Nice to meet you, too.

- So.

- So.

Meg and I drove up from Salt

Lake

- on a whim because

- Oh.

We have something exciting

that we want to discuss with

you.

Oh! Okay. Um, you know,

the lunch rush should take

just a little bit,

can you guys come back?

- Of course.

- Yeah.

We can entertain ourselves.

- We can.

- Okay. Okay, great.

Meg: It's hard to relax

when there's work to do,

but look at us now.

Smiling even.

So this is what people

with free time

and social lives do.

Can you imagine?

Grabbing a bite.

- Going on a date.

- Right?

When was your last good date?

Ooh. It's been a minute.

Or longer.

I'm not opposed

to going on them,

Um, I just, I feel like

I need to figure out

what's next for me

before I focus on sharing

that with someone.

Is that, am I overthinking that?

No, no, no.

I understand.

I wanna meet someone.

Eventually have a family.

But most dates I go on,

everyone's in such a rush.

Hmm.

If you had come sooner,

I would've absolutely

said yes, but

they upped my hours last week.

Meg: Oh.

So sorry.

Well, at least let us buy

some of your caramel apples

for the party.

- Yes. Absolutely.

- Joe: Okay.

So no chef.

Well, Victoria set us up

pretty good for now.

I have faith in the staff.

At least for a few days.

Meg: Here it is.

The heart of Hazelwood.

My parents' bakery.

Oh, it looks so pretty

all lit up.

Actually, I think I know

what to do with that tree.

Pull out. Let's keep driving.

Yes.

You know, this is the

perfect place for this guy.

Was there always a tree

in the theatre?

Young Meg: I think that's

Spanish.

No. El is Spanish.

La is French.

La like falalalala?

But it's a nasal thing.

It's gotta be like... la.

La?

Yeah.

Close your nostrils thing.

See? No matter what you say,

they understand it.

Your bad French got us into

some of the worst places

with the best people.

I'll be so excited to see

them when we get there.

They're such good friends,

you know?

If I could live...

- Why don't you?

- Move to Paris?

Eh, things have gone

a different direction.

If I had the option,

then maybe, but I mean,

I have this.

I love being here.

I mean,

it's home.

L'home.

- Yes.

- Right?

L'home. L'home.

L'home.

Uncle: L'home.

Meg: That's very strange.

Meg?

Yes. Yes.

There was always a tree

in the Madison theater.

Can I ask why he didn't

leave it to you?

Oh. Uh, well,

we talked about it.

Um, my family's always had

restaurants and theaters

in these places

that became like

little communities.

That's not you?

Oh, no. That's totally me.

I live for that kind of thing.

This place just always felt

like it was his.

Also, I think it's just too hard

to be here when he's not.

Isn't he?

Seems like he's pretty good

at the details.

Kind of like something

you live for.

He did. Yeah.

You know, people leave

pieces of themselves behind,

you know.

Not just in places.

But in the people they love.

Part of me feels like

I could've taken it over.

Look at this ticket.

Oh, tree lighting

is starting up.

Think I'll join them.

Hazelwood, are you ready

to light this Christmas tree?

1, 2, 3, 4...

You better watch out

You better not cry

You better not pout, I'm

telling you why

Santa Claus

is coming to town

He's making a list

And checking it twice

He's gonna find out

who's naughty and nice

Santa Claus is coming

to town

Meg! We're over here!

Hi! Hey, Jen!

Meg and Joe?

Wait a minute.

Who's running the restaurant?

Alex is in charge

of the kitchen.

We went to Fort Morgan Farms...

It's totally under control.

To see if maybe Julie

wanted to take...

Wait. One at a time.

What's happening?

Jesse Collins turned us down.

Meg, you said everything

was under control.

- It is.

- We just...

It sounds worse than it is.

I-I promise. We have a whole

plan.

Wait, so do you have any other

prospects for the chef position?

Are we promoting someone?

What are we doing?

- Um...

- Well...

No one's quite ready

to take over,

but I have some ideas.

What was I thinking?

I never should've left

for this long.

Alright, we're going back

to the city.

We gotta figure this out.

Okay, well, what about

the theater?

- Wait...

- You don't have to...

Jen, we really,

we have it under control.

- Yes.

- We really do.

I'm sorry, Meg,

but can you understand

how it doesn't

seem that way to me?

Excuse me one minute.

Jennifer: Simon,

I understand, but...

No, no. I get that you're

trying to come up

with what we're doing next,

and if we have to go back

to Salt Lake after this,

and this is all just

a really good dream, that's

okay.

I just really want to make sure

that we can do this tomorrow.

Okay. Well, I'll turn around

and come back as soon as I

get everything in order.

I love you.

I love you, too.

Meg?

You can come out now.

What? No, I'm not...

I just...

I just wanted to make sure

that this pole was secure.

The structure

of these whole buildings.

Of course.

- Critical.

- Yeah.

How'd you know I was there?

You know, I see a lot more than

people give me credit for.

Come on.

So, staying in Hazelwood,

are you?

What's that about?

Are you kidding?

I love it here.

I mean, we almost have

the theater up and running.

Mom is happier and more relaxed

than I've seen her in years.

With the exception of

last night, but that's on me.

Yeah, no. I wouldn't worry

too much about that.

You guys always bring out

the best in each other.

Hi! Mom, do you have those

lattes for Joe and me?

Gee, it was good to see you

at the tree lighting last night.

Mm, I had the best time.

Thank you for lending Joe

the couch.

Joe, we just hope

you were comfortable.

Oh, it was perfect.

How often do you get to sleep

next to a Christmas tree?

We just loved having you.

Oh, thank you.

The more chance we get to

spend time with you,

before you go to France,

the better.

Have you bought that

return ticket yet?

Dad, I know you think

I'm being reckless.

We have said no such thing.

If you are sure that this

is what you want to do,

we support you.

Thank you.

Well, uh, we should

get on the road.

Mr. and Mrs. Swift.

- Bye, I love you.

- It was a pleasure.

- Yes, sir.

- So nice to meet you.

Alright.

Radio: We wish you

a merry Christmas

We wish you

a merry Christmas

We wish you a merry...

You know, these are classic

Christmas tunes playing here.

Want to sing along?

Sorry. I was just trying

to think through

this chef problem, that's all.

Maybe you can send someone

from Paris.

I'm just surprised

you haven't mentioned

this trip at all.

Well, I wasn't trying to

keep it a secret.

- Mm.

- Or anything.

To be honest,

I don't even know if

it's what I want.

There's gotta be someone

right in front of us.

Chef position.

Someone we're not...

Hold on. Hold on.

I have an idea.

Hi. Oh, hi. It's me.

Um, listen, I need you to find

my sister Jennifer's article

from Great Salt magazine

from last year.

And also, talk to me about

the red velvet doughnuts.

So you think this is

our new chef?

I mean, Martin's great.

I like the guy.

But I don't think he's ready

for a kitchen like ours.

His food is best I've had here.

Plus, we already know he

fits in with the staff

which is always a gamble

when you're hiring

off of an interview.

That's true.

- Hey, all. Back...

- Hey!

Wait, you're...

you're Jennifer Swift.

Mm, yeah.

Martin: Wow, okay, uh,

your article last year

in Great Salt about uh,

hospitality,

and community building,

like that...

Yeah.

That is always what I've

believed restaurants can be.

Wow. Well, thank you.

- Thank you so much.

- Of course.

Um, we'll each have one

of everything, please.

- Oh, wow!

- Mm-hmm!

You know, I would

come here every day!

Of course!

You know what?

We need someone immediately.

I say, let's do it.

Let's make him an offer.

Yeah?

Okay.

I'll make him an offer.

Great.

Are you two...

- Is there...

- Between us?

What? Like a romantic...

No. We are...

Work in the store.

I'm just gonna...

get some water.

Hey, Joe. What's going on?

You know, you know

your sister's vision.

And beyond that, you know,

you uh,

push things to the next level.

It's been amazing to watch.

And helpful.

Thank you.

Martin can cook, I think

the staff and I

can help him

find his way around.

Bigger kitchen.

So what's going on here?

Well, I was thinking

to myself yesterday,

on the carriage ride,

that you and I,

We fit.

Yes. I was thinking it too,

but you said that you wanted

something more permanent.

I know. Um...

And, and you're going off

to France, and uh...

Maybe not. I don't know.

Either way, you know, um...

either way,

I have a chef I gotta

hire and train.

And so, I'll see you

back at the uh...

Oh, you...

- Hi.

- Hi.

It's complicated.

Come on.

I'm sorry I didn't trust you,

you really do know

what you're doing, Meg.

Thanks.

You okay over there?

I am. You know,

the longer I'm here,

the more I think maybe

instead of going to France,

I should

use that money to start

something of my own.

I mean, I'm worried that

without Uncle Dave,

France is gonna feel...

like Hazelwood.

But with better cheese.

You know,

one thing I know about grief,

is that you will get to

the other side of it.

And it's good to do

what feels best

while you're moving through it.

Maybe for you, that's cheese.

Right now, it feels best

just sitting here with you.

I'm glad you came back.

Mm. Me too.

And I'm really excited

to sit next to you

tomorrow night

and watch a movie.

Yeah.

This is a really good space.

Oh, look at her. Wow!

Whoo!

Hi!

Oh, hi. Uh, I'm an 8.

- 8. Perfect.

- Yeah.

- Thanks.

- Alex: Hey, Meg Swift.

- Hello!

- Martin: Hi there!

Meg! Yay! Come on!

Whoo!

Aah! Whoo!

Okay. Oh!

- Oh!

- Aah!

You okay?

Yeah. I'm good.

No Jennifer?

Oh, no. She had to go back

to Hazelwood.

Oh, okay.

I told her we had it.

We got it as long as you

hold on to me.

Oh, you having fun

with your ice skating?

Oh, I'm having a blast.

Yeah, seems like it.

And if I take the job,

you're sure you're okay

working together?

Well, the way I see it,

we're both smart,

reasonable people.

I just, I don't want to risk

whatever... this is for...

Just take the job.

We'll work out

whatever happens next.

Yeah?

Okay.

Announcer: Alright, everyone.

Grab a partner

because it's time for

the mistletoe skate.

But when you sing

Thank you!

The little things,

like how we flow

What you said earlier...

It's like you said before,

you know,

in order to add someone

to your life,

you have to know

what you're looking for.

And uh,

it's obvious,

you're still searching.

And so I guess,

we'll throw the best

Christmas party this city's

ever seen.

Yeah.

Maryanne: I don't want to

disturb anything,

but just think about it.

Joe: I will.

Thank you, Maryanne.

Hey.

Hey.

Everything okay?

Yeah. Just some uh,

some things for me

to think about, so.

It's nice in here, right?

Yeah. You were right.

The wreaths and the garland

are beautiful.

- Simple, tasteful.

- Oh.

Not prim or Victorian?

Not until we start bringing in

the tiny cakes

with small, ornate spoons.

So...

we're okay?

Yeah. Yeah, I think

you were right,

I-I don't know

what's next for me.

But the more I think,

about it...

I mean, look at this place.

It has been

a memorable time, you know?

The more I try to pin down

what's next for me,

the more I think it's,

it's here.

The restaurant, the people,

And then I think, oh, good job.

Meg, you've just imagined

yourself

directly into your

big sister's life.

And that's not what I want.

I want

something that's mine.

Hmm.

And on and on I go in

my brain around and around.

You know, I have to go.

Um, I have to swing by

the restaurant

before I head to Hazelwood.

I'll ride to the restaurant

with you.

Okay.

Yeah, I got a few things

to pick up.

Okay.

Hey, that lunch rush

is kind of taking...

It's happening. She's here.

Frank's daughter

waiting at his table.

- Okay.

- Yeah.

- We gotta be cool.

- Yeah.

Frank's here.

He's here. Hi.

Uh, Frank, how-how are you?

We have some exciting things

on the menu today

you're gonna enjoy.

Nina.

How are you?

- Okay.

- Okay.

No, wait. Hold on.

Just stay. Be cool.

Just, let's just feel it.

Just feel it.

I had no idea you'd be here.

I better tell everybody.

Sounds good.

Okay, for Frank

and his daughter,

let's send out our very best.

Let's start with

the Christmas tapas,

move on to the soup,

maybe with a garnish...

I got this. Use me.

Really? Okay.

I don't know what else to do.

Nina, wait.

I came here out of love,

and you do this every time.

Frank: Nina...

Nina: Every time.

Frank: Why do you have to

be a hot head?

Nina: Oh, gosh, dad.

You'll never change.

Hey.

Some things just...

take more time, I guess.

Is there anything we can do

for you?

No. No. Don't worry about me.

I'm back tomorrow.

But today...

Today, I'm just not hungry.

Should we... go after him?

No. I think I've done enough

meddling for today.

I gotta get on the road

to Hazelwood.

Nobody in this family

does anything by themselves.

Oh, yay!

I'll be back.

Uncle Dave: You know, people

aren't always

gonna listen to your ideas

or change their mind,

But that doesn't mean

you stop believing in them.

Uncle Dave:

It takes a little patience.

And you gotta look

for the right time.

And then you show 'em

what you got.

You see? The two of you

working together.

Always the best plan.

I love you.

I love you, too.

What if we kept everything

exactly the way it is right now?

Hmm.

Whoa.

Two sweet old ladies

sitting on a countertop.

Emphasis on the old.

True.

All I need is you, me,

and a comfortable place

to sit down.

And snacks.

Oh. Snacks!

Yes!

Here.

Nailed it.

Hey, have you been down

to the basement?

It's huge. You know,

it's big enough

for like a working,

restaurant-sized kitchen.

A movie theater/restaurant's

a good idea.

I know, right?

I cancelled my flight.

What?

I love Salt Lake.

Whatever's next for me,

I think it's in that city.

I mean, if I could work for you,

for a little while...

Oh, my gosh,

well, truth be told,

we should probably

Both: just go into business

together.

Wait. So that would mean

we...

pool our resources while...

we run the restaurant

together and...

You build the kitchen.

And we keep The Madison

in the family.

And then we build

whatever's next...

Both: Together.

Whoa!

Time to whip up

a batch of brownies

and cuddle up in front of

your favorite cozy flick

because you're not going

anywhere.

A surprise Christmas snowstorm

has snarled traffic

all over the region.

Expect it to last

through tomorrow

in downtown Salt Lake City,

Ooh hoo hoo!

It's really cold!

- Close your eyes.

- Whoa!

Oh, my gosh.

Is this a prank?

Am I about to be

sprayed with water?

No. Why would I,

why would I do that?

Just come with me.

Stand here.

What's happening?

Now. You were right.

A good party needs things

for people to do, so,

our team and I came up

with a few of those.

Voila.

Oh!

First, we have

a cookie decorating station.

Your suggestion.

I am gonna make an entire fleet

of reindeer cookies

complete with

tiny, little

ugly Christmas sweaters.

You said photo booths

were hokey!

And I stand by that.

Does it work?

Of course, it works.

Here. Here you go.

You just press this button.

Here, sit.

Sit here.

Ready? Say cheese!

Cheese!

Oh, I love it!

See? We make a great team,

right?

Yes. We do.

Speaking of which...

No, wait. I have something

I want to tell you.

I'm not going to France.

I'm gonna stay.

Right here.

Details are still being

worked out,

but I'm gonna go into

business with my sister.

Wow. So you're... staying.

Yeah. Which, I think,

is good news, for us.

I hope.

Maryanne:

Oh. There you are.

We have a problem.

The roads are in terrible shape,

and they're asking anyone

who doesn't need to travel

to stay home.

Are people gonna be able to

get to the party tonight?

I don't know.

It doesn't matter.

The magazine just cancelled

everything.

Oh...

In consolation for cancelling

the parties,

Great Salt will be

splitting the prize money

among the chosen charities.

Wow! So we're still

gonna be getting

a good deal of money.

Sounds like it.

Is that gonna be enough

for you to start the store

Oh, probably not.

But it will feed a lot

of people.

More than last year.

Oh, and Joe.

Once you're on board full-time,

maybe we can use

some of the money

to start the outreach program

you wanted to start.

Full-time?

Uh...

Uh, I got...

stuff to... yeah.

Yeah, um...

Maryanne offered me

a full-time position.

It's longer than the hours

at the restaurant,

but it's absolutely what I want

and uh, I accepted.

She said that

I could stay as long

as I need to,

until Jennifer finds someone,

but since that's gonna be you...

This is great.

You're gonna be so happy.

It's perfect!

We should probably

figure out the uh... wait.

Um...

what does this,

what does this mean about us?

You and me?

What is this?

This is rosemary potato

croquettes.

And a bite-size

turkey and stuffing

on water crackers

with a cranberry reduction.

Yeah, did you guys

not hear about the...

Oh, yeah. We-we saw the post

about the party being cancelled

on our way here.

We thought we'd see if Maryanne

can't find a way

to distribute these.

All this food is not

about to go to waste.

Hold on. I have an idea. I

have to make a phone call.

I'm gonna... I... 02:16:32:17 You

know wha t? This is... I'm gonna...

Be back.

Nobody move.

Alright, uh, we have to move.

Yeah.

I'm gonna start taking down

the Christmas decorations,

you guys should get that food

in the fridge.

Well, if the problem

is transportation,

maybe we could combine

our resources.

So, Meg's staying.

That's...

I don't know. Is she?

Meg makes decisions faster than

any person I've ever met.

Says the guy who just

changed jobs

in the blink of an eye.

What is this that you're doing?

And you would have room

for all of us?

Great!

Joe: Okay.

You have told me

to put myself out there.

Over and over and over.

You're embarrassing

about it honestly.

But this is different.

No, it's not.

It's the same.

Maybe things are moving

a little fast,

but that's just how

these things go.

If you miss this chance,

you might not get another one.

Yeah.

Pack

everything up!

The party's back on!

Alright.

Meg: Hi!

You can start setting up

over here.

Yeah, we can't use

the whole space.

Yeah, we had to leave room

for the other restaurants

in the contest.

Joe: She combined forces

so people

can walk here so no matter

how bad the roads are,

or if they can't be driveable...

One party, everybody is welcome.

Not an invite list,

not a magazine

with a mysteriously

judgmental editorial board.

Anyone who can get here safely

is welcome.

This looks amazing!

You guys! How are you here?

The roads...

The roads were terrible.

Yes.

But we are mountain folk,

and we know how to put chains

on the tires.

We would not have missed this.

It just took

a little bit longer.

Mom, you hate driving

in the snow.

That was brave!

Brave? That?

You girls keep doing things

that inspire you.

And those things always seem

to help other people.

That, my darlings, is bravery.

- Hi.

- Hi!

- Hi!

- Come on in!

So good to see you!

Bring in that

holiday love

I've got that feeling

I want to give

from the heart

Thanks, Meg.

Oh, Maryanne.

I really wish we'd won you

that contest money.

I'm sorry.

Well, we'll get there

one way or another.

And Jennifer, I hope

you don't mind

that I hired Joe to manage

the Food Bank. He's perfect.

As I assume you already know.

He is perfect,

and I'm so thrilled

for you both really.

And now I get my sister.

Also perfect!

Oh... will you

just excuse me for one second.

Sure.

You're here.

Dad called again, and

I gave it some thought,

and this time,

I called him back.

And he invited me here.

Nina.

I'm just... thank you.

No. It's Christmas

you know, and it's better

with family.

And I've missed you.

Dad.

- Hello, everyone.

- Everyone?

Merry Christmas.

On behalf of

The Big Mountain Food Bank

and the other charities

represented here today,

I'd like to thank these three

amazing restaurants

for putting this party on

and all of you

for braving the snow.

And now, a new friend

of The Food Bank

would like to say

a little something.

Hello, everyone.

This Christmas,

thanks to the attention

and care of everyone,

at Umber and Sprig,

well, I'm not alone.

I'm here with friends and...

I have my daughter Nina.

And in honor of that kindness,

I'm committing to fund

whatever it costs

to turn The Big Mountain

Food Bank

into the store

they want it to be.

A place for people

with food insecurity

can get whatever they need.

And I want to dance

with whomever asks.

Yeah!

We're putting out

those decorations

Putting up the tree

And the kids have started

counting down the days

Snow is falling,

people making

Plans with family

Hi there.

Hi!

Wanna take a photo with me?

It is your favorite thing.

It's my whole thing.

Heyyyy sleigh bells ringing

Carols playing

Okay, you press the button.

That's it. I mean, you just

press the...

Hear that sound

The holidays are here

Well. So that's it,

you just...

Shh. Kissing.

In red and green

I love this time of year

Do you want to spend

Christmas with me?

I would love to.

I gotta go find my sister.

Oh oh oh

Hey, uh...

The sweetest time

of year

Look around

the holidays are here

TV on, can't wait for

that parade in NYC

And curling up around

the...

What? What?

Wait, did you...

I kissed Joe!

Rules of the season?

Oh, you know it!

5, 6, 7, 8...

When it's time for

the holidays

Oh yeah

Oh ohhhh Oh ohhh

The sweetest time

of the year

Sweetest time

of the year

Look around

the holidays are here

We did it, sister!

We did! Merry Christmas!

Merry Christmas!

The holidays are here

Look around

the holidays are here

Whoo!
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