November is here, and the frenzied flurry of the holidays is beginning to rear its head. As a gift of gratitude to our readers, we’re rounding up local businesses that are serving up the goods this Thanksgiving to save you time in the kitchen — meaning more time for holiday gift shopping or spending time with loved ones.
Let’s start with dessert
Bakery Lorraine, multiple locations
Preorder your nine inch Thanksgiving pies — feeds eight to 10 people — online and pick it up at all local Bakery Lorraine locations on Wednesday, Nov. 27. Here’s what available to order:
- Roasted Pumpkin
- Whiskey Pecan
- Dutch Apple
- Apple Cranberry
The Bread Box, 555 W. Bitters Rd.
Reserve your Apple, Whiskey Pumpkin, or Pecan pies using the bakery’s online order form with pick up scheduled for Monday, Nov. 25 through Wednesday, Nov. 27 between 9 a.m. + 3 p.m.
Delice Chocolatier and Patisserie, 46 N. Loop 1604 W., Ste. 145
Food Network stars Susana Mijares and Ignacio “Nacho” Aguirre Martinez are accepting pie orders online and over the phone. Check out these flavors:
- Apple Cinnamon Streusel
- Churro Tres Leche
- Bourbon Pecan
- Pecan Pumpkin
- Banana Dulce de Leche
- Classic Roasted Pumpkin
Laika Cheesecake & Espresso, multiple locations
This local cheesecake and coffee shop is accepting pre-orders for its cheesecakes through Friday, Nov. 22, for pick up on Monday, Nov. 25 through Thursday, Nov. 28. Here’s what you can order:
- Apple Pie Cheesecake
- Carrot Cake Apple Cheesecake
- Pumpkin Pie Cheesecake
- Holiday party pack (24 to 96 jars)
All-in-one Thanksgiving meals
Bill Miller Bar-B-Q, multiple locations
You can order complete meals for eight to 20 people, including turkey or ham with side dishes galore — cornbread dressing, giblet gravy, green beans or mashed potatoes, dinner rolls, fresh baked pies, complete with a bucket of tea. Orders must be placed by Monday, Nov. 25.
Two Bros. BBQ Market, 12656 West Ave.
It’s also offering complete meals for 10-12 people, along with individual smoked turkeys starting at $90. Meals include BBQ spiced smoke turkey, roasted rosemary fingerling potatoes, roasted garlic and thyme bread stuffing, and more. The deadline to order is Wednesday, Nov. 27.
Central Market, 4821 Broadway
The grocery chain brought back its chef-made meals complete with staples like ham and turkey, while also offering family-size sides and desserts.
Aldaco’s, 20079 Stone Oak Pkwy. #4100
Order a feast for 12 people for $190 which includes a spiral ham, White Cheddar Jalapeño Mac and Cheese, Rosemary-Garlic Roasted New Potatoes, dinner rolls + butter, and a Petite Pumpkin Tres Leches. Pickup is scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 26 or Wednesday, Nov. 27.
Blanco BBQ, 13259 Blanco Rd.
Customers have the option to choose the Holiday Feast Special that serves 15 people for $249 — think $16.60 per person — or Á La Carte featuring smoked turkey, ham, sides + fixings, drinks, and desserts. To order, call 210-251-2602. Orders must be picked up on Wednesday, Nov. 27.
Max & Louie’s, 226 W. Bitters Rd. #126
Choose from the Complete Feast that delights eight to 10 people for $355. Only need a few items? Check out the restaurant’s Á La Carte options including Butternut Squash Soup and Challah Bread Stuffing. Order by emailing catering@maxandlouies.com or call 210-319-8152.
Sari-Sari Filipino Restaurant, 5700 Wurzbach Rd.
Customers have the option to order the Thanksgiving Feast for $149 that includes “Crispy Pata” Fried Turkey, Lumpia + Pancit , Pan De Sal and Giblet Gravy, and Leche Flan. Only need the Turkey? Order one for $89. Call 210-647-7274 to place your order.