Citarella
Catering available from multiple locations; 212-874-0383, ext. 2.
Your best bargain comes from Citarella via an eighteen-pound turkey ($89.99), plenty of gravy ($11.97), and a smattering of inexpensive appetizers. The in-house caterer suggests a pumpkin bisque ($23.94), chestnut stuffing ($27.96), three loaves of corn bread ($8.97), and enough cranberry conserve to go around ($17.97). Double-down on both cheesecake ($14.99) and pumpkin pie ($14.99). One interesting option: Take the money you would have spent on a more expensive caterer, and parlay it on a roast goose ($95.99).
• Dinner for a dozen: $211
• Ordering deadline: Nov. 19
• Pickup dates: Nov. 21
• Delivery: $6 Manhattan; FedEx delivery available outside Manhattan