Montreal Woman's Epic Family Dinner: 28 People, 3 Lasagnas, and a Vlog

Montreal Family Feast: One Woman's Culinary Challenge MONTREAL, QUEBEC – Élisabeth Abbatiello, a Montreal resident, recently faced a culinary challenge of epic proportions: feeding 28 members of her extended Italian-Canadian family. Her experience, documented in a recent vlog, highlights the joys and stresses of large family gatherings. "Rien de trop compliqué," Abbatiello says in the video, attempting to downplay the magnitude of her undertaking, "just three lasagnas, stuffed peppers, and Caesar salad." But the video shows the considerable effort involved in preparing such a feast. The vlog details her preparation, from chopping vegetables and assembling the stuffed peppers to layering the lasagna. The video showcases the sheer volume of food required, and Abbatiello's resourcefulness in managing the kitchen space and timing to ensure everything is ready on time. The video concludes with the completed dishes ready for the family, emphasizing the rewarding aspect of sharing a large meal with loved ones. The vlog has gained traction online, highlighting the universal appeal of family traditions and the relatable experience of large-scale home cooking.