November 1, 2024

Get Ready for a Delicious Thanksgiving with Seasonal Roots!

As we approach the holiday season, we’re excited to announce that our Thanksgiving Preorder Menu is now open and ready for you to shop at www.seasonalroots.com/preorder! This special menu showcases the best of local ingredients and artisan goods from our beloved farmers, giving you everything you need to create a memorable Thanksgiving feast.

Our preorder menu allows our dedicated farmers and artisans the time to prepare high-quality orders, ensuring each item is fresh and perfectly timed for your holiday table.

Thanksgiving Preorder Dates:

  • Preorder Opens: Friday, November 1st
  • Preorder Closes: Thursday, November 14th
  • Delivery Dates: Wednesday, November 20th & Thursday, November 21st

Plenty of time for thawing: Our delivery dates ensure you have ample time to let proteins and desserts thaw in preparation for your holiday celebrations, making it easy for everything to be ready when you need it.

Curated Holiday Markets:

In addition to our preorder menu, we’re thrilled to announce that the two weekend markets leading up to Thanksgiving will be specially curated with holiday favorites from the farmers and artisans we know and love. These markets will feature a wide array of seasonal offerings, providing you with all the ingredients you need to create a delicious Thanksgiving spread.

Featured Vendors:

Spring Creek Meadow Farm & Old Way Farm

Family-Owned | Pasture-Raised | Regenerative | Non-GMO
Providing: Pasture-Raised Turkey
Located in Culpeper, VA, Spring Creek Meadow is a family-run Amish farm specializing in pasture-raised poultry, lamb, and beef. Using regenerative farming methods, they focus on restoring soil health and improving animal welfare. Their pasture-raised turkey will be the centerpiece of your holiday meal, offering a delicious and sustainable option for your Thanksgiving table. Old Way Farm, also committed to sustainable farming practices, partners with us to provide additional pasture-raised turkeys for your feast.
Delivered frozen.

Firsthand Foods

Women-Owned | Pasture-Raised | Non-GMO
Providing: Brisket and City Ham
Based in North Carolina, Firsthand Foods connects small NC farmers with USDA-certified meat processors. They focus on providing sustainable, humanely raised meats, including tender brisket and classic city ham, perfect for complementing your Thanksgiving turkey.

Leek & Thistle

Woman-Owned | Locally-Sourced
Providing: Handcrafted Appetizers and Sides
Leek & Thistle, led by Chef Mela Jones, offers prepared meals made from fresh, local ingredients. Their handcrafted appetizers and seasonal sides are perfect for enhancing your holiday meal, providing stress-free options that your guests will love.

For the Love of Flour

Woman-Owned | Locally-Sourced
Providing: Handmade Pastries to Feed a Crowd
For the Love of Flour, founded by Jen McGarry, brings nostalgic, homemade baked goods to your holiday celebration. Their handmade pastries, designed to feed a crowd, will provide the perfect sweet ending to your Thanksgiving feast.

Anna B’s Gluten-Free Bakery

Woman-Owned | Gluten-Free | Locally-Sourced
Providing: Gluten-Free Desserts
Anna B’s specializes in delicious, gluten-free baked goods, offering classic Thanksgiving desserts like pecan pie, pumpkin rolls, and cinnamon rolls. They’re perfect for those with dietary restrictions, ensuring that everyone can enjoy a sweet treat this holiday.

Sugar Magnolia Bakery

Locally-Sourced | Artisanal
Providing: Pumpkin Pie
Sugar Magnolia Bakery brings a classic pumpkin pie to your Thanksgiving table. Made with high-quality ingredients, it’s sure to be a seasonal favorite for your dessert spread.

Menu Highlights:

Our Thanksgiving menu features a variety of delicious, locally sourced options to make your holiday meal unforgettable. Here’s a preview of what’s to come:

Main Dishes:

  • Whole Turkey
    Spring Creek Meadow Farm & Old Way Farm
    Raised with traditional Amish farming methods and regenerative practices, these pasture-raised turkeys from Enos King and family will be the star of your holiday table.
    Delivered frozen.
  • Beef Brisket
    Firsthand Foods
    A pasture-raised cut with superb natural marbling and flavor, perfect for a juicy, tender brisket that will impress.
    Delivered frozen.
  • City Ham
    Firsthand Foods
    Brined and smoked without added nitrates, this City Ham is a wholesome, flavorful centerpiece for your meal.
    Delivered frozen.

 

Sides:

  • Butternut Sage & Apple Soup
    Leek & Thistle
    A comforting fall favorite, this soup blends butternut squash, onions, apples, and spices to warm your holiday table.
    Delivered frozen.
  • Leek & Thistle Sides Kit
    This kit includes a casserole, traditional stuffing, creamy mashed potatoes, and refreshing relish, all made with fresh, local ingredients for a complete Thanksgiving feast.
    Delivered frozen.

Desserts:

  • Apple Crumb Pie
    For the Love of Flour
    A take-and-bake classic with sweet, spiced apples topped with a buttery crumble.
    Delivered frozen.
  • Pumpkin Cake
    For the Love of Flour
    A moist, flavorful pumpkin cake perfect for celebrating the season.
    Delivered frozen.
  • Oatmeal Cream Pies
    For the Love of Flour
    Soft, chewy oatmeal cookies filled with creamy frosting for a delightful holiday treat.
    Delivered frozen.
  • GF Pecan Pie
    Anna B’s Gluten-Free Bakery
    A rich, gluten-free pecan pie ideal for those with dietary restrictions.
    Delivered frozen.
  • GF Pumpkin Roll
    Anna B’s Gluten-Free Bakery
    A gluten-free pumpkin roll filled with cream cheese frosting for a seasonal favorite.
    Delivered frozen.
  • GF Cinnamon Rolls
    Anna B’s Gluten-Free Bakery
    Soft and gooey gluten-free cinnamon rolls, perfect for a holiday breakfast or dessert.
    Delivered frozen.
  • GF Pie Shell
    Anna B’s Gluten-Free Bakery
    Ready-to-fill gluten-free pie shells for your own homemade desserts.
    Delivered frozen.
  • Pumpkin Pie
    Sugar Magnolia Bakery
    A classic pumpkin pie, the perfect addition to your Thanksgiving dessert table.
    Delivered frozen.

This comprehensive Thanksgiving preorder menu is designed to bring together the best local ingredients and artisan goods, ensuring a memorable holiday feast with minimal stress. Don’t forget to check back on November 1st to place your order and plan your perfect Thanksgiving!

About Seasonal Roots

Since 2011, Seasonal Roots’ online farmers market has connected Virginia families with local family farmers who use sustainable, humane practices. Our neighborhood market managers – who believe in living better through scrumptious, healthy eating, being kind to animals, protecting the environment, and spreading joy – home-deliver freshly harvested produce, pastured eggs, grass fed dairy and meat, plus artisan fare. We empower our members to eat better and live better with more nutritious, flavorful food that’s good for us and good for the planet. More info at seasonalroots.com.