A Thanksgiving Helping Hand
You'll hardly have to lift a spatula!
“Next year at our house!” Those were the words you blurted out last Thanksgiving after a little too much holiday cheer. Trouble is, you didn’t know how darn busy you’d be this year. That’s where we glide in to help. Imagine filling your holiday table with a feast so delicious even Bree Van De Kamp would be impressed. Yes, Virginia, there is a Turkey Claus. Read on for a delicious list of local “turkey take-outs” so you can actually spend the day enjoying your family. You’ll hardly have to lift a spatula!
Pomegranate Bistro/Dupar and Company Catering (Redmond)
If you’ve ever dined at Pomegranate Bistro or attended a function catered by Lisa Dupar Catering, you know you can’t go wrong with their 2009 Turkey-A-Go-Go menu. The Southern Roast Turkey can be ordered whole or sliced and a few of the gourmet sides include a Pomegrantate Cranberry Sauce, Root Veggie mashers, and a choice from four pies (Chocolate Bourbon Pecan…mmm). Priced from $267 and up. www.duparandcompany.com
FOODZ Catering (Seattle)
Classically trained at Le Cordon Bleu cooking school, Chef Shelby Sewell, Chef/Owner of Queen Anne’s FOODZ Catering once again hosts The Great Thanksgiving Takeout. Choose The Full Meal or just pick and choose what you need from the ala Carte menu. Need a little help with just a few things on the menu? Choose from appetizers of Fig & Caramelized Onion Tartlets or a side of Brandied Carrots. The Full Meal (serves 10) is priced at $360.00. www.foodzcatering.com
PCC Natural Markets (Multiple locations)
All natural meats and organic sides are on the menu at PCC. Choose from their Diestel free-range Turkey Dinner, Ham Dinner, and Vegetarian or Vegan Lasagna Dinner options. Each meal includes side dishes, rolls, and a choice of pie. Starting in December there’s a Prime Rib Dinner available for holiday entertaining. Heating instructions, FAQ’s, and a full ingredients list for each meal are found online. Also, check out their site for tons of delish holiday recipes! From $69.99 – $129.99 www.pccnaturalmarkets.com
Whole Foods (Multiple locations)
Just about every variation of “Turkey Dinner” can be found at Whole Foods. Choose from Traditional, Smoked, Organic, or even a Half dinner which serves 2-4 people. If you feel like something different, they also offer a Spiral Ham, Dinner, a Boneless Garlic Leg of Lamb, or Vegetarian options. All dinners will include a coupon for $10 off a large pie. From $59.99 – $139.000 www.wholefoods.com
Designed Dinners (Multiple locations)
It can’t be any easier than Designed Dinners! Order a four-course Thanksgiving dinner for just $35 (each order serves approx: 4+) and pop it in the oven. Meals include Butternut Squash Soup, 3-4lbs Boneless Breast of Turkey with Pan Gravy, Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes & Fall Vegetable Blend and a hot Apple Cobbler. If you like you can add on side dishes such as Fresh Sage and Onion Stuffing and Cranberry Orange Compote. PS: Check out their December menu for delicious items for holiday entertaining! www.designeddinners.com
Need even more help with your holiday entertaining from Turkey Day through the New Year (and beyond)? Be sure to check out the catering section at Metropolitan Markets with locations throughout Seattle, Savory Moment (formerly Month of Meals) in Redmond, or for the ultimate holiday treat have Chef Jay of Canape Specialty Chef Services custom design and prepare a holiday dinner party in your own home!
