Celebrate Gobble Gobble Day with Ease and Style
by Grayling Holmes
Gobble Gobble season is upon us. With about two weeks left until feast day, many are making plans for Thanksgiving, which takes place this year on Thursday, November 28th. Already, one sees turkeys on sale at the local supermarkets. Schnucks Markets here in St. Louis is selling turkeys for 58 cents a pound. They tout this as their lowest price in 14 years. But yes, that means:
Grocery shopping
Prep time for food
Guest lists
Table settings
House cleaning
Fall decorating
Massive cleanup
And countless other home entertaining chores
Whew! That’s a lot of work for one day. And the next day, Black Friday hits, and no matter your religious affiliation, it’s time to take advantage of all those sales. It’s shop till you drop time for many, either brick-and-mortar style or the let-your-keyboard-do-the-shopping way. Either way. It takes time, effort and energy to get it all done.
That’s why, according to a November 2023 Popmenu survey, about half of Americans plan to eat out on Thanksgiving, with 17% dining in and 32% ordering takeout or delivery. You heard that right. HALF!
In addition to avoiding the aforementioned chores, here are some reasons folks are choosing to work smarter, not harder to enjoy their holidays.
Convenience: Eating out is easier than cooking at home.
Stress reduction: Dining out can reduce stress and allow people to spend more time with family and friends.
Cost: Restaurants may offer discounts and meal packages that make eating out a better deal than cooking.
Professional cooking: Some people prefer the taste of professionally cooked food.
No cleanup: Guests don't have to clean up after dinner.
Neutral place: Restaurants can be a neutral place for families to gather.
Travel: Eating out can accommodate guests who travel.
Whether you choose the traditional at-home way to observe the autumnal celebration, order in, or go out, here are some ways to make Gobble Gobble Day smooth, breezy, and colorful as the leaves that fall and make the crescendo of your Fall 2024 season sing.
Eating Out, Carry-out or Delivery
Ruth’s Chris
This Thanksgiving, take a break from cooking and let Ruth’s Chris host your celebration! Enjoy a delightful three-course turkey dinner in their beautiful dining room, where you can relax and spend quality time with family and friends. If you're hosting gatherings at home or visiting loved ones, their signature sides are available for takeaway. Choose from their delicious offerings, including sausage-herb stuffing, creamy mashed potatoes, decadent creamed spinach, garlic-roasted green beans, and their delightful sweet potato casserole. Visit your local Ruth’s Chris website and let them help make your Thanksgiving unforgettable.
Enjoy a delightful three-course turkey dinner in Ruth’s Chris beautiful dining room.
Not in the mood for turkey? Treat yourself to a delicious sizzling steak along with their award-winning sides from the regular dinner menu. Both their Chesterfield and Downtown locations will be open on Thanksgiving Day from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. They look forward to celebrating with you!
Winslow’s Table
The holiday season is upon us and Winslow's Table is here to help take some of the load off your plate. They're providing easy and delicious sides and baked goods for your Thanksgiving meal. Enjoy Midwest classics with special touches along with Winslow’s signature salads sized for a crowd. Their from-scratch pies and *new* Pear & Cranberry Crisp provide the perfect sweet finish.
Pre-order until November 23.
Thanksgiving Décor & floral
Buds Floral Design & Event Decor
No matter how you celebrate Thanksgiving, make your home burst with the the glorious shades of fall. BUDS, St. Louis' premier designer of floral arrangements will bring elegance to your home. Bring home a stunning floral display from BUDS or send one to a friend having a sit-down extravaganza. Whatever you choose will be custom designed by BUDS owner Tony Montano and will be a make a unique statement that is you.
BUDS Flower Boutique is on Hanley and Wydown in Clayton You can also order online at budsstl.com.
Hearth & Soul
Owner Suzie Busch-Transou put her heart and soul into her dream store, Hearth & Soul. And for Thanksgiving 2024, she has put together a collection to catch the eye of your guests and warm your hearth and home during this festive start to the holiday season.
Whether you are here in St. Louis at her Clayton store or traveling to one of her other stores in Tallahassee, Florida or Austin, Texas, you can always discover beautiful things.
Her wide array of merchandise will both warm your heart and feed your soul. Learn more at hearthandsoul.com.
Elevate your dining experience with the Acorn Forest Gravy Boat from Vagabond House. Its classically footed design, embellished with pewter, exudes a sophisticated elegance. The figural branch handle and intricate acorn and leaf details add a touch of luxury to any table setting. Make a bold statement with this exquisite piece.
Elevate your kitchen experience with our luxurious Acorn Measuring Spoons. Crafted from pure pewter, our intricately designed set brings a touch of sophistication to your cooking routine. Precisely calibrated for accurate measurements, our spoons also serve as a charming addition to any gathering. Embrace the warmth of tradition with each use.
Generally, one does not describe wine decanters as adorable but that is the adjective that comes to mind with the first glance at Vagabond House's Duck Wine Decanter. A clear glass body shows off the beauty of your wine while the pewter spout and handle create the impression of a waddling duck.
Transform your dining experience into a luxurious escape with Vagabond House's Duck Salt and Pepper Set. Crafted to perfection, these stunning mallard figurines exude grace and elegance as they delicately float above the water, adding a touch of whimsy to your table setting.
Elevate your entertaining experience with our Autumn Vine Dip Bowl. A luxurious pewter leaf and vine design adorn one side, while a removable glass bowl rests inside the rich acacia wood. Perfect for showcasing colorful sauces, this dip bowl embodies the warmth and abundance of the harvest.
Elevate your gatherings with a touch of nature-inspired elegance. Vagabond House's Fallen Antler Double Dip Bowl features a genuine pewter handle shaped like a delicate antler, adding a dramatic yet sophisticated touch to any setting. The two removable glass dip bowls, adorned with leaves and acorns, add a functional and decorative element to this unique server. Perfect for serving your crowd's favorite dips, sauces, or snacks in style.
Seasonal Gifts
Winston’s Flowers
This autumn, treat friends and family to a delectable display of gourmet goods from Winston’s Flowers. For savory snacks, they’ve included Plymouth’s creamy cheddar with Rustic Bakery apricot, pistachio & brandy crisps, Greystone’s ‛Texas Trash’ snack mix, and salty mixed nuts from Gräem. For your sweet tooth, they’ve added two seasonal flavors of Raaka chocolate bars, a decorated leaf cookie by Three Hundred Fifty, Date Better peanut butter-filled dates, Harbor Sweets Sweet Sloops, caramels from both Mrs. Mecklers and Big Picture Farm, along with Zorro Pecans maple glazed pecans. This and a variety of delectable fall treat packages available for delivery to you door just in time for Thanksgiving at winstonflowers.com