At this point in the holiday season, the kitchen has probably lost its luster. Fortunately, several Delaware restaurants are offering special menus in December to make the upcoming festivities easier. When it comes to holiday dining, these catering packages and family-style meal offerings have something for everyone. Whether you want to ditch the kitchen and be present with your loved ones or just lighten the load by purchasing an entree or a few sides, here’s where to start your search in Delaware.
In Jest Events
Delaware chef Robbie Jester heads up this catering and events company. The holiday dinner package is $299 and feeds six to eight people. Enjoy pit-roasted prime rib, garlic and parmesan pull-apart bread, honey mustard glazed Brussels sprouts, mac and cheese, and other holiday favorites. Fill out the online form to place an order for pickup on December 24.
Order online by Friday, December 20
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Big Fish Market
Big Fish Market’s popular holiday packages are back for another season. This menu runs throughout the holidays and requires a 72-hour notice for orders. For Christmas Eve, orders must be placed by 4 p.m. on Thursday, December 19.
The menu includes plenty of family-style entrees like salmon, crab cake, turkey, ham, beef tenderloin, surf and turf, prime rib, pastas, and more. Add on sides like mashed potatoes, stuffing, mac and cheese, mixed veggies, green bean casserole, and spiced apples in bulk. Big Fish can even cover add-ons like cheese and fruit trays, dips and cheese spreads, shrimp cocktail, and other appetizers. Whether you want to ditch the kitchen completely this year or cut down the workload by ordering a few appetizers and sides, Big Fish Market has something for everyone.
20312 Coastal Highway, Rehoboth Beach | 227-3665
Janssen’s Market
Each holiday season, Janssen’s Market in Greenville pulls out all the stops with festive holiday menus. From pies and breads to prepared sides and appetizers to raw or cooked meat options, Janssen’s is truly a one-stop shop for those looking to cook this holiday season or skip straight to holiday dining. Order entrees, sides, appetizers, and more by December 21, and pies and baked goods by December 17.
3801 Kennett Pike, Wilmington | 302-654-9941
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Big Fish Grill on the Riverfront
Enjoy an extensive takeout menu for holiday dining in Wilmington. From fully prepared holiday dinners to enhancements like shrimp cocktail, baby seafood cakes, and bacon-wrapped scallops, this menu is sure to impress your guests. Enjoy traditional fare like turkey and ham or go with a seafood or pasta entree to liven up the affair. Orders must be placed by Thursday, December 19.
720 Justison Street, Wilmington | 652-3474
Sovana Bistro
Just over the line in Kennett Square, Sovana Bistro offers Christmas catering including sides, entrees, and desserts. Orders must be placed by December 17 for pickup on Christmas Eve. Entrees include braised beef short ribs, cider-glazed cedar salmon, and wild boar or winter vegetable lasagna. Sovana’s menu also includes sides, appetizers, and desserts.
696 Unionville Road, Kennett Square, PA | 444-5600
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Piccolina Toscana
When it comes to Italian cuisine, Piccolina Toscana is a go-to for holiday dining in Delaware. The Christmas Eve to-go menu includes maple-glazed ham, herb-roasted turkey roulade, braised short ribs, and more. Order by December 20Â for pickup on Christmas Eve.
1412 North Dupont Street, Wilmington | 654-8001
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