Holiday & Entertaining Menus & Ideas

how-to-cook-a-goose — How to Cook a Goose

Roasting a goose for the first time? Let us take you through the prep step-by-step for golden, delicious results.

what-is-a-capon-how-to-cook — What is a Capon?

Larger than a chicken, smaller than a turkey, with more flavor than either, a capon is a young rooster with tender meat, traditionally eaten at holida...

heritage-ham-history-and-uses — Heritage Ham Explained

Fully-cooked and sinfully delicious, our Berkshire hams are best-bets for both your holiday and everyday meals.

choosing-a-wine-for-christmas-dinner — Choosing a Wine for Christmas Dinner

Picking perfect wines for the holidays is easier than you think!

new-years-eve-party-menu-and-ideas — New Year's Eve Party Ideas

Herald in the new year with our party tips and festive recipe ideas.

the-christmas-goose — The Christmas Goose

Grace your holiday with a roasted goose as a full-flavored alternative to the traditional turkey.

best-turkey-goose-and-poultry-for-the-holidays — Best Birds for the Holidays

Here's a wing-to-wing guide to all our holiday birds.

cassoulet-dinner-party-ideas — Host a Cassoulet Dinner Party

Cassoulet is an iconic dish: simple to make, impressive to serve, and it feeds a crowd. There’s nothing as cozy and convivial as a steaming-hot bowl o...

french-christmas-traditions — Christmas in France

Christmas in France is a joyful experience steeped in rich traditions; many of the customs center around food, family, charity and the story of the Na...

hanukkah-traditions-and-menu-ideas-part-1 — Hanukkah Celebration: Part 1

You’ve heard the Adam Sandler songs and the rumors about eight nights of gifts. Here is the Hanukkah primer you always wanted, from the history of the...

hanukkah-traditions-and-menu-ideas-part-2 — Hanukkah Celebration: Part 2

As your Hanukkah education continues, we explore the traditional foods of the holiday. From roasted goose and foie gras to cassoulet, we’ve got ideas ...