When Natalie (Anni Krueger) discovers that her cousin Francesca (Nia Vardalos) has to call off the Christmas Eve launch of her new Italian eatery, she feels for the guests who were looking forward to the event. Determined that no one should be alone during the holiday, Natalie resolves to make the opening happen no matter what. However, the charming yet skeptical Chef Stefano (Gilles Marini) doubts it can be done with only three days left until Christmas. Natalie, however, believes that challenges are just hidden opportunities and eventually persuades Stefano that they can pull it off. Initially, their differing personalities clash, but as they collaborate closely, their feelings start to shift. With Stefano’s guidance, Natalie comes to understand that cooking, much like Christmas, is not about achieving perfection but about sharing the experience with loved ones.