Sure, I do not see any harm in that.

[He smiles a bit.]

I could make some Chinese cuisine. I am always talking about how great it is, but I still have not had the chance to cook it. I should take advantage of the time I have now to see if I have all the ingredients!

That sounds... romantic. [Nothing wrong with that, it's just that he's not exactly an expert in that field.]

[He smiles.]

That is true. No one likes to be alone during the holidays. It is much better when you celebrate with someone else.