Michael Bublé Praises a Store-Bought Holiday Side
In an interview with Allrecipes, Michael Bublé shared his thoughts on classic holiday dishes, highlighting his favorite comfort foods during the festive season.
Setting the Holiday Mood with Music
Bublé enjoys creating a cozy atmosphere in the kitchen by playing music from legendary crooners like Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Tony Bennett. His own Grammy-winning songs also add to the holiday spirit when temperatures drop.
Favorite Holiday Dishes
- Mashed potatoes with gravy made by either his mother or wife
- Egg nog, which he enjoys both in coffee and on French toast
- Pumpkin pie, described as his "favorite all-time pie"
Dislikes and Surprises
Bublé is notably critical of green bean casserole, calling it "completely overrated" and stating, "I don't want any of that."
Unexpectedly, he expressed a special fondness for stuffing—not the fancy restaurant versions or homemade, but a particular appreciation for store-bought stuffing, which he described as "completely underrated."
"Completely underrated," said Bublé about store-bought stuffing.
During the interview, Bublé played a round of "Underrated or Overrated?" rating various typical holiday dishes.
Summary
Michael Bublé celebrates simple holiday comforts, with a surprising preference for store-bought stuffing over traditional preparations and a clear dislike of green bean casserole.
"When I’m in the kitchen, especially during the holidays, I like to set the mood with some music." — Michael Bublé
Author’s note: Michael Bublé’s holiday preferences blend classic comfort foods with an unexpected praise for store-bought stuffing, challenging traditional holiday food norms.