Thanksgiving, Our Way: From Times Square to the Grub Club Table

This menu is our way of bottling up the warmth, colour, and comfort of Thanksgiving and serving it with a distinctly Grub Club twist. Inspired by our first trip to New York in the run-up to the holiday, complete with the Macy’s Parade, Christmas lights, and more food stops than we can count, it’s a spread that’s equal parts nostalgic and indulgent. Every dish is designed to feel celebratory, from the first sip of spiced apple cider punch to the last forkful of pumpkin pie.

Plant-based from start to finish, it swaps turkey for a golden seitan roast, buttery mash for creamy dairy-free potatoes, and heavy cream for coconut’s rich, silky touch. Paired with a rainbow of sides and a few playful extras, this is a feast that proves you don’t need to follow every tradition to capture the holiday spirit, you just need great food, great company, and plenty of gratitude.

Starter

Butternut Squash Soup with Sage & Coconut Cream – a smooth, comforting soup of roasted butternut squash, blended with aromatic sage and finished with a swirl of coconut cream.

Main Course

Seitan Roast Turkey with Herbed Gravy – a savoury homemade seitan roast, infused with traditional poultry herbs and served with a deeply flavourful gravy that also accompanies the mashed potatoes.

Sides

Creamy Mashed Potatoes – fluffy mashed potatoes enriched with plant butter and oat milk, served alongside the herbed gravy for a classic pairing.

Sourdough Sage Stuffing with Mushrooms & Celery – rustic sourdough cubes baked with sautéed mushrooms, celery, and classic sage for a traditional holiday stuffing.

Maple-Roasted Carrots & Parsnips – a colourful medley of carrots and parsnips roasted with maple syrup and mustard for a sweet and earthy side.

Cranberry Sauce with Orange Zest – tangy whole cranberries gently simmered with orange zest and a hint of cinnamon, adding a bright, fruity contrast to the plate.

Braised Red Cabbage with Apple & Balsamic – shredded red cabbage slow-cooked with sweet apples, onions, and balsamic vinegar for a bold and festive side.

Dessert

Classic Pumpkin Pie with Coconut Whip – a spiced pumpkin custard nestled in a flaky vegan crust, served chilled with a generous dollop of whipped coconut cream.