It doesn't matter if Thanksgiving has been a traditionally large event with multiple extended family members or a small, intimate affair, odds are with the pandemic still raging across the U.S., most families will be celebrating a little differently this year.
During a period that has thrown more than a few curveballs our way, consider ushering in a new tradition. Sit back, take a load off and have the experts prepare your holiday fixings.
These restaurants across Middle Tennessee are providing dine-in and take-out options that will make your Thanksgiving dinner fuss-free and memorable. One of the best perks of letting someone else take care of your feast? Minimal clean up.
There's also the added bonus of extra family time.
Sumner County
Myers' Front Porch: Known for their healthy and tasty food options in Hendersonville, Myers' Front Porch wants you to let to them cook for your family Thanksgiving. Myers' Front Porch is offering preorders for a delicious Thanksgiving meal for four at $65 and provide reheating instructions. The package deal includes all of the traditional favorites such as carved turkey breast, dressing, gravy, cranberry sauce, rolls and a gallon of tea of your choice. You will also get to pick two sides and have the option to add on delectable desserts for an additional charge. Call 615-447-5556 to place your order.
Chef Christopher’s Catering: Chef Christopher Newton and his family, known for the new favorite EPIC Eatery in Gallatin, wants to serve your family a Thanksgiving a feast this year. Chef Christopher’s Catering is offering a range of entrees to satisfy customers with a variety of tastes. Pre-carved roasted turkey, honey cured ham, slow roasted prime rib and chef carved beef are all options to be paired with a salad, two sides and the chef’s choice dessert for a range of $22-28. There are also double entrée options for an additional charge. Entrees also come with your choice of two sides which include Oven roasted vegetables, squash casserole, sweet potato casserole, mac and cheese, fettuccine alfredo and many more options. Call 615-452-1912 to place your order.
Our Place Cafe and Catering: Local Hendersonville staple Our Place Cafe wants to make the holidays more relaxing for locals by offering oven ready meals to satisfy the whole family and be picked up before 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 25. With a variety of options for main entrees and sides, there is something for everyone on their menu. Entrees to feed four include turkey in homemade gravy for $16, along with brown sugar glazed ham slices for $12 and Cajun style turkey for only $20. Small and large pans of sides are available for a small gathering or enough for extended family. Diners with a sweet tooth will appreciate their dessert options, which include pecan pie, strawberry rhubarb pie, smores cake and many more. Order at 615-264-8881 or email ourplacecafetn@outlook.com.
Robertson County
Cracker Barrel: Locals that do not have family recipes to turn to can enjoy traditional Thanksgiving favorites offered by Cracker Barrel in White House. All options come chilled and ready to heat up for your family to enjoy within 2 hours. Two package options are available. The first feeds 4-6 people for $69.99, and the second feeds 8-10 people for $139.99. Both packages include turkey breasts, dressing, gravy, cranberry relish, choice of sides and yeast rolls. Dessert options also available. Call 615-672-1802 to reserve your order now-Nov. 29.
Molipazzo: This White House local Italian restaurant wants take the hard work out of Thanksgiving day to leave everyone more time to spend time with family and friends, by offering delicious dishes that are served hot and ready to enjoy on Thanksgiving Day. Molipazzo encourages everyone to spend less of their energy in the kitchen, and spend more time around the table. According to their Facebook page Molipazzo donates 5-10 complete meals or turkeys to families in need each year with customers' help. Customers have the choice of a deep fried turkey, roasted turkey or Honey Ham for $45, with many options for sides and desserts with complete meal packages that range in price. An Italian family package is also offered from $150. Call 615-389-5282 to place your order.
Cheatham County
Mama D's: Ashland City restaurant Mama D's will take time to serve the community that they love by hosting their 4th annual Free Thanksgiving Meal event from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day. “We know the holidays can be hard financially but often times it is a lonely time for people who do not have family and friends to spend the holiday with.” Mama D's said on their Facebook. “We hope that we can be a blessing to our community as much as they have supported and blessed us.” Mama D's will be closed on Wednesday, Nov. 25 to prepare for the event and will reopen on Saturday, Nov. 28. For more information call 615-513-5893.
Cody's Diner: Ashland City’s breakfast and lunch spot Cody's Diner is helping community members have a relaxing holiday by offering customers several options for pickup orders to enjoy on Thanksgiving. Cheatham County residents have the opportunity to indulge in southern style homemade food for Thanksgiving with Chicken and dressing, and a wide range of pan sides to feed the whole family from entrée to desert. Yams, green beans, coleslaw, mac and cheese and turnip greens will be great starters before you finish with a chocolate fudge pie, chess pie or chocolate chip. Prices based on how many people to feed. For more information call 615-415-3368.
Davidson County
Henley Restaurant: This Southern, French influenced restaurant is slinging some seriously delicious holiday fare this year. Their annual “Turkey Call” dinner serves four to six people and costs $200. For anyone interested in dining in, the eatery is serving a pre-fix, three-course feast for $65 per person. To make a reservation head to OpenTable or call (615) 240-6378.
Marsh House is a standout for an unconventional menu this year. While there are some traditional heavy hitters on their menu (like the heritage breed turkey with a silky pan sauce), the restaurant is also serving entrees such as seared scallops with squid ink bucatini, capers, and a vermouth cream sauce, as well as a hearty roasted eggplant dish topped with tomato, parmesan and basil. All sides will be served family style. If you have room for dessert after the three-course meal, consider ordering the Tennessee Whiskey dessert, a chocolate bacon cake studded with pecan toffee and topped with a scoop of whiskey ice cream.
Ryan Shepard contributed. Reach Community News Editor Nicole Young at 615-306-3570 or nyoung@tennessean.com
