Holiday Hosting Made Easy: Meat from the Farm, Chef-Made Sides & a Festive, Simple Table

The holidays don’t have to mean long hours in the kitchen or juggling a dozen dishes at once. One of the easiest ways to host a beautiful, memorable holiday meal is to start with great ingredients — and nothing beats grabbing your meat straight from the farm store. All that’s left is the simple joy of cooking it to perfection in your own kitchen.

And here’s where hosting becomes truly easy-peasy: pair that gorgeous roast with our chef-prepared holiday sides. They’re ready to heat, beautifully seasoned, and taste like you spent the entire afternoon making them from scratch. All you have to do is warm them up. The hard work is done for you — so you get all the holiday comfort with none of the stress.

A Table That’s Festive, Not Fussy

Once the food is handled, setting the table becomes the fun part. Keep it simple and seasonal. Fresh greenery adds instant charm and doesn’t need to be fancy, grab a few clippings from a local nursery or Christmas tree farm, or gather some branches while you’re out on a walk. If you have evergreens on your own property, even better. A few sprigs tucked around platters or laid down the center of the table bring a softness and freshness that feels so festive.

This is also the perfect time to pull out the cherished dishes that make an appearance year after year. Whether they’re heirloom pieces or just plates you love, they add a sense of tradition and memory to your holiday table. Layer in a few candles for warmth and ambiance, and suddenly you’ve got a setting that feels thoughtful, cozy, and beautifully personal — without any fuss.

Keep It Simple. Make It Meaningful.

The heart of holiday hosting isn’t perfection. It’s the moments around the table, the conversations, the laughter, the shared stories, and the familiar flavours that bring everyone together. When the meal is easy and the table is warm and inviting, you get to be fully present.

So grab your meat from the farm store, rely on those chef-prepared sides, scatter a few fresh greens, light your candles, and enjoy a holiday meal that’s effortless, festive, and full of the memories that matter most.

Our Holiday Sides Are Ready for You

Hosting just got easier. Our chef-prepared holiday sides are officially ready — beautifully seasoned, made with farm-fresh ingredients, and crafted to pair perfectly with your holiday roast and meats. All that’s left for you to do is pick your favourite cut of meat from the farm store, cook it to perfection, and warm up the sides. Simple, stress-free, and absolutely delicious.

Tips & Tricks for a Perfect Prime Rib Roast

Prime rib feels luxurious, but it’s surprisingly simple. With good-quality meat and the right technique, you can serve a tender, juicy, beautifully browned roast with almost no fuss.

1. Bring the roast to room temperature.
Let it sit out for 1- 2 hours before cooking. This ensures even cooking and a juicier interior.

2. Season generously.
Prime rib is thick, so don’t be shy with salt. Season it the night before if you can.

3. Use a meat thermometer.
This is the #1 way to ensure perfect doneness.

4. Let it rest.
Resting allows all the juices to redistribute — don’t skip it!

Simple Prime Rib Instructions

1. Season
Pat the roast dry. Rub with olive oil or butter, then season generously with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and herbs.
For deeper flavour, season the night before and refrigerate uncovered.

2. Sear
Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).
Place roast fat-side up and cook for 20 minutes to brown the outside.

3. Slow Roast
Lower oven to 325°F (165°C) and continue roasting until desired doneness:

• Rare: 120°F

• Medium-rare: 125–130°F

• Medium: 135°F

Use a meat thermometer — it’s the most accurate.

4. Rest
Remove roast, tent with foil, and rest 20–30 minutes before slicing. This is non-negotiable — it ensures tender, juicy slices.

Tips & Tricks for a Perfect Roast Chicken

Roast chicken is the perfect alternative to turkey — simple, cozy, and always delicious. And when you’ve got chef-prepared gravy ready to go, it becomes one of the easiest holiday mains you can make. Head over to our blog post on roasted chicken for tips and tricks.