Last year around this time, the world looked a little different. We were mostly looking for ways to celebrate Thanksgiving virtually during the pandemic. But thankfully, Thanksgiving 2021 is shaping up to look more how we remember it.
Petee’s Pies, (646) 494-3630, visit: thanksgiving.peteespie.com
If your plans this year are to really make an impactful dinner or If you don’t want to spend your Thanksgiving holiday standing in a kitchen, that’s okay. Either way, you can still enjoy all the Thanksgiving classics (and then some), courtesy of local shops and restaurants who’ll be offering prepared food options or serving meals on this annual day of feasting and having all the ingredients and kitchen tools you need.
THE WHOLE MEAL
PUTNAM’S PUB & COOKER | 419 Myrtle, corner of Clinton Ave
As is their tradition, this cozy neighborhood pub will be serving up a full and traditional Thanksgiving dinner (a limited regular menu will also be available). To make reservations (limited capacity due to COVID) or pre-order “to go”, call the restaurant at (347) 799-2382.
PECK’S | 455A Myrtle, between Washington & Waverly Aves
This year, Peck’s is putting together some traditional T-Day sides. Visit the shop or call at (347) 689-4969 for ordering and pick-up information.
DESSERTS
Petee’s Pies, (646) 494-3630, visit: thanksgiving.peteespie.com
PETEE’S PIES | 505 Myrtle, between Ryerson & Grand
Pumpkin, apple, pecan…those are just the start of Petee’s Thanksgiving pie menu, which includes 18-holiday pie options including their very popular “junior” size. You have until Sunday, November 21 to place your order for whole pies online here.
BROOKLYN SWEET SPOT | 366 Myrtle Ave, between Adelphi & Clermont
Another good option for this Thanksgiving is Brooklyn Sweet Spot, which has lots of great holiday dessert options, from its famous cupcake flavors to cheesecakes, pies, brownies, and more. Place your order by calling (718) 522-2577 or email bksweetspot@gmail.com
LIBATIONS
It is not a celebration without wine. Luckily, most of Myrtle Avenue’s WINE & SPIRITS shops will be open even on Thanksgiving day for pick up and delivery. And to help save a few bucks, you’ll be able to find pre-pack deals on wine, too.
Gnarly Vines
TIPSY | 489 Myrtle Ave Brooklyn, NY 11205, 347-599-1672
The local wine shop offers a comfortable environment to learn about and shop for quality wines and spirits in case you don’t know what to bring to your friends’ giving reunion. Wines are available for all price ranges from a variety of regions. They also offer a delivery service, for more info email cheers@shoptipsy.com
CORKSCREW WINES | 584 Myrtle Ave Brooklyn, NY 11205, (718) 230-9463
Corkscrew Wines’ menu includes 11 varieties of wine, with a mix of red, white, sparkling, rose, orange and dessert wines available.
GNARLY VINES | 350 Myrtle Ave, between Carlton & Adelphi
From $6 to $600 per bottle, Gnarly Vines specializes in small production, handcrafted wines made by winemakers who employ sustainable and stricter agricultural methods whenever possible. Most importantly, Brian and his staff will not put wine on their shelves unless they themselves approve.
MAKING YOUR OWN DINNER?
Making the whole meal? If you are in a Julia Child mood and you are planning on making the whole dinner, we have good news for you. Myrtle Avenue is home to stores that can help you with last-minute kitchen tools.
Indulge Kitchen Supplies | 469 Myrtle Ave, between Washington Ave. & Hall St. – 347-889-6629
From last-minute kitchen tools to table decorations and all in between, Indulge will be your 911 number to deal if you are in a hurry that day!
PETEE’S PIES | 505 Myrtle, between Ryerson & Grand
Want to bake but still hesitant about the pie crust? Good news, Petee’s pie – Pie Kit- has the ingredients you need to make the most phenomenal butter pie crust from scratch: local high-fat butter from Ronnybrook dairy, pre-measured organic pastry, and all-purpose flour from Champlain Valley milling, sea salt, and organic fair trade sugar. If you love Petee’s pies, imagine how fantastic it will be to bake Petee’s recipes in your own oven! Find more about it here.
