The holidays are the perfect time to gather together and spend quality time with our loved ones. This year in particular, every moment is extra precious! You’ll want to make the most of your evenings without being stuck in the kitchen, and the solution is simple: prepping in advance! Whether you’re planning to serve a traditional meal or one-of-a-kind dishes, here are two menus that can be prepped in advance so you have time to eat, drink and be merry!
The suggested schedules are based on a 7 p.m. dinner start time. Please note that all times are approximate and may vary based on prep and cook time—and on your guests’ conversations!
Featuring spreadable rillettes, Caesar salad with a twist and a delicious tourtière that just needs heating up, this fuss-free menu stays true to tradition and makes entertaining a breeze!
Aperitif
Traditional Duck Rillettes [›››] with Toasted Baguette Slices
Starter
Sweet Caesar Salad with Swiss Chard and Grilled Duck Breast [›››]
Main Course
Brome Lake Duck Tourtière with Mashed Potatoes [›››]
Dessert
Sugar Fudge Yule Log [›››]
To prep in advance
Up to 1 month in advance
3 days in advance
24 hours in advance
Schedule for the day
The suggested schedule is based on a 7 p.m. dinner start time. Please note that all times are approximate and may vary based on prep and cook time.
3 p.m.:
6:45 p.m.:
7 p.m.:
7:15 p.m.:
7:30 p.m.:
8 p.m. (or later!):
Serve an unforgettable meal that will wow the whole table! With colourful duck cups, duck confit puff pastries and crispy whole ducks, this gourmet menu is sure to be a hit with foodies of all ages!
Aperitifs
Duck Confit, Grapefruit and Maple Syrup Cups [›››]
Starter
Duck Confit and Asparagus Puff Pastries [›››]
Main Course
Crispy Salt & Garlic Pepper Ducks [›››]
Dessert
Red Velvet Trifle [›››]
To prep in advance
Up to 1 month in advance
4 days in advance
2 days in advance
24 hours in advance
Schedule for the day
3 p.m.:
4:45 p.m.:
5:15 p.m.:
6:45 p.m.:
7 p.m.:
7:15 p.m.:
7:30 p.m.:
8 p.m. (or later!):