The holidays are stressful enough. Why not have someone else do the cooking for you? Here’s a list of places that can take care of all your culinary needs this season, from appetizers to dessert. Order dates are subject to supply and early sell-outs happen often, so get your request in ASAP.
Across The Board 314
Festive cheese and charcuterie boards are what Chelsea Fouke’s Across The Board 314 is all about, and her colorful and delectable creations are the perfect addition to your holiday spread. Some of the specials this month include The Grinch Box, The Christmas Brunch Box and the Christmas Cracker Tin. Orders can be placed online until Monday, Dec. 18, and pickup will happen from 4 to 6 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 23. acrosstheboard314.com
Bolyard’s Meat & Provisions
From rib roast to sirloin, tenderloin to turkey, Bolyard’s meets all the needs of the Christmas carnivore. Orders can be placed online, and pickup times will be scheduled from Thursday, Dec. 21, to Saturday, Dec. 23. 2733 Sutton Blvd., Maplewood, 314.647.2567, bolyardsmeat.com
Dalie’s Smokehouse
Smoked meat fans, Dalie’s Smokehouse has you covered this Yuletide season. The restaurant is offering turkey breast, bacon-wrapped ham and a new addition to the holiday menu, smoked brisket, for holiday orders this year. Orders can be placed through Friday, Dec. 15, and pickups will be scheduled from Thursday, Dec. 21, through Saturday, Dec. 23. Stop by the shop or call to get yours. 2951 Dougherty Ferry Road, Valley Park, 636.529.1898, daliessmokehouse.com
El Molino del Sureste
Celebrate the season with authentic tamales. Tamale bundles include three types of tamales, including tamales vaporcito (small, banana leaf-wrapped tamales filled with turkey or pork served with tomato salsa frita), tamales colado (large banana leaf-wrapped tamales filled with cochinita pibil, tomato, epazote and onion served with tomato salsa frita), and Central Mexico-style tamales (cornhusk wrapped tamales filled with pork, turkey,or beef, served with guajillo sauce or salsa verde). Holiday tamale bundles can be picked up from the restaurant through December. 5005-5007 S. Kingshighway Blvd., St. Louis, instagram.com/el_molino_stl/
Gioia’s Deli
Now this is our type of Yule log! Gioia’s Deli’s James Beard Award-winning hot salami log is now available at all locations, online or delivered, just in time for the holidays. Just cook said log for three hours (five hours, if frozen) on low in a crockpot with a cup of water and have the Gioia’s experience in your own dining room. Multiple locations, gioiasdeli.com
Grace Meat & Three
The Grove’s comfort food go-to has an entire online Christmas store to serve all of your holiday needs. Specialties include sugar-glazed roast ham and smoked prime rib, along with sides galore like mac and cheese and sweet potato casserole, plus desserts. Orders can be placed online, and pickup is Saturday, Dec. 23, at the Grace Chicken & Fish window on the side of the restaurant. 4270 Manchester Ave., St. Louis, 314.533.2700, ordergraceholiday.com
Nathaniel Reid Bakery
The award-winning bakery has an array of classics available for order this season, including fruitcake, stollen, macarons and croissant bread pudding, along with stocking stuffers like jams and other merch. Orders will be taken online or over the phone through Tuesday, Dec. 19, with pickup from Thursday, Dec. 21, through Saturday, Dec. 23, during normal business hours. 11243 Manchester Road, Kirkwood, 314.858.1019, nrbakery.com
Russell’s Cafe & Bakery
Sweets make the meal special, and Russell’s has some of the best. Gooey butter cake, pies and a panapoly of other cakes are just some of the delights on hand for holiday orders. Order online and pickup will be available Saturday, Dec. 23, from noon until 7 p.m. at both Russell’s locations. Multiple locations, russells-cafe-bakery.myshopify.com
Sugarfire Pie
Sugarfire Pie has a variety of fresh baked goods available to order to go along with Sugarfire Smokehouse’s meaty goodness. Highlights include cherry hand pies, pecan pie, and red velvet gooey butter cake. Holiday orders can be made by calling the shop by Monday, Dec. 18, and customers will be assigned a pickup time. 9200 Olive Blvd., Olivette, 314.736.6300, sugarfirepie.com
Sugarfire Smokehouse
Pickup your favorite Sugarfire eats at your favorite Sugarfire location this holiday season. Smoked meats available include turkey breast, holiday ham and beef tenderloin. For a full meal deal, check out The Ultimate Christmas Dinner Pack, featuring smoked turkey breast, potatoes au gratin, green beans almondine, cinnamon apples, a mixed greens salad, homemade cornbread, and a slice of pie. A bevy of sides are also available for purchase, like potato salad, baked beans and coleslaw, in a variety of sizes. All holiday orders should be placed by phone by Sunday, Dec. 17, and can be picked up at your chosen location on Sunday, Dec. 24. Multiple locations, sugarfiresmokehouse.com
Taqueria Morita
Taqueria Morita is offering a choice of two types of tamales for pickup this year. Choose from roasted mushroom, poblano pepper and chihuahua cheese with Guajillo salsa or pork chile verde with salsa cruda. Extra sauce and fresh guacamole are also available. Each version comes in a six-pack, fully cooked, along with housemade chips and roasted tomato salsa. Pickup will be scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 23, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Winslow’s Table. 7213 Delmar Blvd., University City, toasttab.com/catering/winslowstable/
This article appears in December 2023.