Sister Swap: Christmas in the City (2021) Movie Script

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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.
Shoot.
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.
Automatic 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 beat
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!