Chirtmes At White house.

Tags:White House pastry chef Bill Yosses stands next to a gingerbread house that is covered in white chocolate and weighs 390 lb. The gingerbread White House includes a replica of the First Lady's vegetable garden.

The National Christmas Tree, situated on the Mall, also features energy-efficient lighting, consuming 6,000 watts (vs. 18,000 last year). It was lit by the Obamas in an official ceremony on Dec. 3, 2009.