7 delicious dishes to serve this Thanksgiving

Everyone looks forward to Thanksgiving because it has a special way of bringing families together. It is a celebration filled with sumptuous feasts.

Whether you’ve been at the helm of your family’s Thanksgiving dinner for years or you’re new to the whole festivity, don’t fret! Here’s a Philippine food and restaurant guide on dishes to serve this Thanksgiving. From the classic side dishes to unique food additions — we got you!

Pumpkin Soup

First things first. We start this list with a soup. After all, this is how every Thanksgiving dinner should be. When it comes to soup, there’s no one stopping you from serving any kind you want, but pumpkin soup is a traditional choice.

Speaking of pumpkin soup, the Pumpkin Puree from Sunnies Cafe is a must-serve for your family! Sunnies Cafe is known for serving hearty meals, and their pumpkin puree is no different. With ingredients like grilled shrimp, crispy spicy squid bits, and crisp gruyere toast, its classic creamy dish offers a unique twist. Rest assured that every slurp and bite will warm your tummies.

Salad

Salads have always taken over holiday tables. There are so many options and flavors that it gets challenging to pick one that best complements your main dishes. If light and fresh salads are something you’re interested in, you’d be glad to hear about the Greek Salad from Shakey’s.

Made with black olives, salami slices and feta cheese, it definitely falls nothing short of high-quality ingredients. It is topped with a tangy dressing on a bed of crisp garden-fresh lettuce, tomatoes and cucumber. Bring home a family-sized Greek Salad from Shakey’s today!

Rotisserie-roasted chicken

Roasted turkey is known for being a traditional Thanksgiving dish, but that’s not the only protein you can look forward to seeing on your plate. Plus, not all households are fans of turkey for their Thanksgiving dinner. Many choose a flavorful chicken instead.

Remember that no matter what you serve, the key to a successful Thanksgiving dinner is having food that is enough to feed everybody — and to have some leftovers for yourself.

So head over to Kenny Rogers and get their rotisserie-roasted whole chicken. It’s cooked to perfection and served with a signature sauce. Each bite is infused with a unique blend of herbs, spices and citrus — making this dish a guaranteed Thanksgiving crowd-pleaser.

Buttermilk biscuits

Even if your menu is already filled with a number of dishes, keep in mind that bread has always had an important part to play at Thanksgiving dinners. They are delicious and soft side dishes that can even be used to scoop up those leftover juices on your plate!

Popeye’s is a restaurant known for its fried chicken, but the buttermilk biscuits they offer are your no-fail choice side dish to serve this Thanksgiving.

The buttery and flaky texture is what makes it a hearty favorite among customers. We’re sure you and your family will love it, too! Just make sure you purchase a box of four biscuits or more to fill the hungry bellies of all your household members.

Mashed potatoes

A Thanksgiving dinner wouldn’t be complete without mashed potatoes. Let’s admit it. Perfecting mashed potatoes can be challenging.

Instead of tiring yourself out and spending more time in the kitchen, simply go to Peri-Peri Charcoal Chicken and Sauce Bar. Their mashed potatoes have achieved that perfectly creamy taste by adding rich butter. Plus, the mild notes of garlic offer to elevate the flavor!

Anything with gravy

For many families, gravy is just as important as the turkey. A lot of people grew up pouring gravy on a variety of dishes — even on plain white rice.

Remember that mashed potatoes aren’t the only dishes that can be topped with gravy. Try out the Beef Ribs with Mushroom Gravy from Kuya J for a filling meal or maybe the Salisbury Steak from Prime Steak House.

Apple pie

There’s no better way to end the celebration than a good dessert. For this, the Apple Pie with Walnut Crumble from Cafe Mary Grace should be your go-to. 

Get a taste of warm apple slices with a savory cinnamon filling. Of course, the butter crust and walnut crumble are like the icing of the cake that completes this dessert. At the end of the day, you and your loved ones can simply sit on the couch and bond over this delicious dessert.

Key takeaway

If you’re wondering about the dishes to serve this Thanksgiving, it’s time to stop the guessing game. We’ve got the seven best dish choices to help you out. The best part about it? These can all be found at SM Supermalls. Check out the SM Viber Take out & Delivery community for more mouthwatering food options.

Celebrate this year’s Thanksgiving by bonding over delicious meals with your loved ones.

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Editor’s Note: This article was provided by SM Shopmag.