Ah, the Christmas work do – the one time of year when desks are swapped for dance floors and delicious dinners, and office banter becomes festive bonding. It’s a chance to ditch the workday grind, let loose, and indulge in holiday cheer. For business owner, Graeme and his amazing team of 10, this year’s bash was anything but ordinary. He planned a night to die for!
Graeme treated his hard working crew to a Merry Murder Mystery night at a grand country house, where the drama, laughter, and intrigue were as thick as the gravy served later in the evening. Everyone dove into their roles, decked out in costumes that would make Agatha Christie proud. Between accusations, fake alibis, and deciphering dastardly clues, the team bonded like never before – proving once and for all that solving fake murders is the ultimate icebreaker.
But cracking the case worked up quite the appetite. So, it was a good thing Graeme had a secret weapon: Hog Roast Penistone, Barnsley’s finest purveyor of hog-roasted heaven. The pièce de résistance for the evening? A tender, juicy suckling pig. For the uninitiated, suckling pigs are like the Beyoncé of the hog world – impossibly juicy, outrageously flavourful, and guaranteed to steal the spotlight.
The feast didn’t stop there. Alongside the star of the show, Hog Roast Penistone prepared golden roast potatoes, sage and onion stuffing, creamy cauliflower cheese, glazed seasonal veggies, and pigs in blankets (because in the world of pork, more is always better). A rich, savoury gravy tied it all together, creating a meal that left everyone marvelling over the flavours.
Even as the plates were licked clean and belts adjusted, our team wasn’t done yet. Out came Hog Roast Penistone’s festive finale: homemade mince pies smothered in warm brandy cream. For those feeling extra merry, there was mulled wine – spiked or alcohol-free – ensuring everyone had a reason to toast the season.
By the end of the night, the team had solved the mystery, stuffed themselves silly, and shared more laughs than they could count. Graeme’s murder mystery party was a smashing success, and it’s safe to say it’s an evening his team will never forget.
Here’s to festive food, unforgettable parties, and bosses who know how to throw a killer Christmas bash – cheers!