turkey to go

Christmas dinner returns in “takeout” form from The Fairmont Royal York Hotel.

Turkey to Go is the answer for many people who don’t have the time or energy to prepare a traditional turkey dinner.

Straight from the kitchens of Toronto’s landmark hotel, the culinary brigade is set to prepare full Christmas dinners with locally grown turkeys. Dinners can be reserved now as a turkey dinner for four or eight, complete with all the trimmings, or just the turkey for pick up or delivery December 23 – 26, 2011.

In the spirit of giving, for every order placed, The Fairmont Royal York will donate a turkey to the Daily Bread Food Bank.

Turkey to Go continues to support the hotel’s commitment to use locally-sourced products wherever possible.

The following takeout menu is available this Christmas:

Maple Roasted 100km Parsnip and Pear Veloute
Roasted Natural Ontario Turkey with Onion Sage Stuffing
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Savoury Pan Gravy and Royal York Fresh Cranberry Sauce
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Herb Roasted Chateau Potatoes
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Maple Glazed Root Vegetable Medley
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Home Style Pumkin Tarts with Whipped Molasses Cream

Turkey dinner prices are exclusive of taxes and are as follows:

* 3-5 kg turkey dinner for 4 people – $185.00
* 5-7 kg turkey dinner for 8 people – $295.00

Just turkey, stuffing and gravy:
* 4 people – $129.00
* 8 people – $165.00

Orders may be placed now for December 23rd, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day delivery or pick up. Call 416-860-5050 or emailing festive@fairmont.com.

Pick up is available on Friday, December 23rd through to Monday, December 26th from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Pan Gravy Recipe
(Makes 5-6 Cups)

Ingredients:

¼ lb butter
½ cup chopped white onion
½ cup flour
4-5 cups chicken or turkey rich stock or broth

Method:

Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat, then add onion. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.

Sprinkle the flour on the onions, stirring constantly, and cook until flour is golden to brown. Adjust heat so mixture does not burn.

Gradually whisk in 4 cups stock until mixture thickens and is smooth.

If it is too thick, add liquid. Cool, cover and chill.

When ready to serve, reheat mixture over low heat, stirring. Scrape bottom of turkey pan and add drippings or giblets to gravy. Taste and adjust seasoning.

Serve your pan gravy with an expertly cooked turkey.

Executive Chef David Garcelon has some excellent tips for the home chef in this audio podcast recorded last year. You can also print off and follow along with his own personal turkey recipe.

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Christmas Turkey “To Go” From The Fairmont Royal York Hotel

Fairmont Royal York Pan Gravy Recipe