Catering
Thanksgiving
COVID Holidays
Helga’s Thanksgiving Banquet
By Michael Evans
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ou know it’s 2020 when every day feels like Groundhog Day, face coverings are becoming a fashion statement, and “social distancing,” “online learning,” and “Zoom” seem to be the buzzwords of the year. With all the days, weeks and months running together, it’s hard to believe that this year is (finally) coming to an end! But what does that mean for this year’s holiday celebrations amidst the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic? As has been the case for most things this year, it is likely that your holidays may look a little different than usual. Many people will not be traveling to visit friends or family. The phone is starting to ring again and slowly but surely people are starting to get together again. Local gatherings may be smaller than usual, as some families may choose to keep to themselves. But if there’s one thing we’ve
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Whether you’re going for a mini gathering with your immediate family, an intimate “friendsgiving,” or a small reunion with extended family, Thanksgiving is the perfect opportunity to relax and reflect on the many blessings in our lives with the people who mean the most to us… Especially after the year we have had! Let’s not forget the great football and delicious meal to be thankful for, too!
learned this year, it’s that while we may need to adapt the way we do things, the metaphorical “party” must go on! Whether you are cooking up traditional family favorites or bringing in the professionals to help you whip together a stress-free holiday meal, nothing beats this special time of year with the ones you love! While everyone has their own comfort levels when it comes to social gatherings right now, we wish you all a happy and healthy holiday season, however you choose to celebrate COVID style. v MICHAEL EVANS is chef-owner of Helga’s Caterers, a family-owned, full-service catering company with over 35 years of experience in providing fine food and excellent service for all of your catering needs throughout the D.C. Metro Area.
Appetizers: • Banana nut bread canapes with creamy pumpkin roses • A variety of mushroom caps filled with crabmeat, and spinach with cheese • Belgian endives filled with smoked whitefish Entree: • Roasted Turkey with homemade stuffing, gravy and orange cranberry sauce • Spiral-cut honey-glazed ham served with honey mustard • Potatoes au gratin • Spinach salad with sugar coated almonds and mandarin oranges in balsamic vinaigrette • Rolls and butter Dessert: • Country Apple Tart • Pumpkin Pie
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