When preparing a festive meal complete with candelabras, a colorful silk runner and fine china just isn’t doable during a busy holiday season, many people look to restaurants and event halls for their special family get together. The dazzling table scape and impressive décor on display at Allegretto Vineyard Resort could put even the Grinch in a cheery mood. But this setting and the sumptuous dinner spread that comes with it didn’t spring to life on their own — thanks is owed to the hard work of hospitality teams who sacrifice their own festivities to put on a meal to remember. This photo essay looks behind the scenes at all the effort that goes into making the holidays merry and bright.