Christmas Catering Menu NYC

Christmas Catering Menu NYC

December in New York means tight apartments, packed calendars, and RSVPs that change by the hour. Our Christmas catering takes care of the food so you can handle everything else, from a holiday lunch for the whole office to a sit-down dinner for family. Turkey, roast beef, salmon, seasonal sides, and holiday desserts arrive ready to serve.

How Much Does Christmas Catering Cost in NYC?

Christmas catering from Green Apple costs $36.95 to $44.95 per guest, depending on whether you choose one, two, or three entrées. The Elegant Winter Gourmet Buffet starts at $37.95. Every package includes two hot sides, a chilled salad, fresh fruit, sliced bread, and cookies, and kids’ menus run $14.95 to $19.95 per child.

Christmas Catering Menus

Celebrate the season with our two expertly crafted Christmas menus. Each package includes your choice of entrées, two hot sides, a chilled salad, fresh fruit, sliced bread, and cookies. Mix and match to create the perfect holiday spread for your guests.

Pricing

$36.95 per guest — One Entrée | $39.95 per guest — Two Entrées | $44.95 per guest — Three Entrées
Each package includes: 2 Hot Sides, 1 Chilled Salad, Fresh Fruit, Sliced Bread & Cookies

Holiday Classics Feast

Our traditional Christmas menu brings timeless flavors to your table. From herb-roasted turkey to slow-braised beef, these are the dishes that define the season, made with Green Apple’s attention to detail and quality ingredients. Perfect for families seeking warmth, comfort, and the familiar tastes of holiday celebration.

Entrées

• Herb-Roasted Turkey Breast with Cranberry Pan Gravy
• Honey-Glazed Spiral Ham with Spiced Pineapple Relish
• Slow-Braised Beef Brisket with Red Wine & Herbs
• Maple-Mustard Roasted Salmon
• Vegetarian Butternut Squash Lasagna

Hot Sides

• Classic Herb Stuffing
• Creamy Mashed Potatoes
• Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Cranberries
• Sweet Potato Casserole with Brown Sugar Streusel
• Garlic & Parmesan Green Beans
• Wild Rice Pilaf with Pecans & Herbs

Chilled Salads

• Winter Greens with Pomegranate & Citrus Dressing
• Baby Spinach with Pears, Walnuts & Honey Vinaigrette
• Mixed Greens with Roasted Butternut Squash & Pumpkin Seeds

Desserts

(Optional — $8.95 per Guest)

• Gingerbread Cake Squares
• Peppermint Brownies
• Holiday Sugar Cookies
• Apple-Cranberry Crisp

Beverages

($6.95 per Guest)

• Cranberry Holiday Punch
• Hot Apple Cider
• Pomegranate Sparkler

Elegant Winter Gourmet Buffet

For those seeking sophistication and culinary finesse, our Elegant Winter Gourmet menu delivers restaurant-quality dishes designed to impress. Rosemary garlic roast beef, citrus-glazed salmon, and chef-inspired vegetarian options showcase seasonal ingredients with polish and precision. Ideal for corporate celebrations, formal dinner parties, and guests who appreciate a more refined plate.

Pricing

$37.95 per guest — One Entrée | $39.95 per guest — Two Entrées | $44.95 per guest — Three Entrées
Each package includes: 2 Hot Sides, 1 Chilled Salad, Fresh Fruit, Sliced Bread & Cookies

Entrées

• Rosemary Garlic Roast Beef with Au Jus
• Dijon & Brown Sugar Glazed Pork Loin
• Citrus & Herb Roasted Salmon with Pomegranate Glaze
• Stuffed Chicken Roulade — Spinach, Ricotta & Basil
• Wild Mushroom & Spinach Strudel — Vegetarian

Hot Sides

• Scalloped Potatoes with Parmesan
• Maple-Roasted Root Vegetables
• Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
• Farro & Roasted Vegetable Pilaf
• Sautéed Green Beans with Almonds
• Butternut Squash Purée with Nutmeg

Chilled Salads

• Arugula with Grapes, Goat Cheese & Toasted Almonds
• Winter Kale Caesar with Parmesan & House Croutons
• Roasted Beet & Citrus Salad with Balsamic Drizzle

Desserts

• Chocolate Peppermint Mousse Cups
• Eggnog Cheesecake Bars
• Red Velvet Holiday Cupcakes
• Christmas Cookie Assortment

Beverages

• Sparkling Cranberry-Ginger Cooler
• Winter Citrus Iced Tea
• Holly Berry Lemonade

Specialized Christmas Menus

We understand that holiday celebrations need to include everyone at the table. Our specialized Christmas menus are thoughtfully designed for guests with specific dietary needs—each with the same quality, flavor, and festive care you expect from Green Apple Catering.

Plant-Based Winter Feast — Vegan

For vegan guests, the holidays don’t mean compromise—they mean celebration. Our Plant-Based Winter Feast features stuffed acorn squash, vegan mushroom wellington, and maple-roasted tofu alongside seasonal vegetables and vibrant salads. Every dish is crafted to shine on its own, making this menu perfect for mixed-dietary gatherings or fully plant-based celebrations.

Pricing

$36.95 per guest — One Entrée | $39.95 per guest — Two Entrées | $44.95 per guest — Three Entrées

Each package includes: 2 Hot Sides, 1 Chilled Salad, Fresh Fruit, Sliced Bread & Cookies

Entrées

• Stuffed Acorn Squash with Quinoa, Cranberries & Pecans
• Vegan Mushroom Wellington wrapped in Pastry Shell
• Lentil & Root Vegetable Shepherd’s Pie
• Maple-Roasted Tofu with Herbs & Winter Spices
• Holiday Vegetable Strudel — Spinach, Carrots, Mushrooms & Herbs

Hot Sides

• Rosemary Roasted Potatoes
• Wild Rice with Cranberries & Almonds
• Maple-Roasted Brussels Sprouts
• Butternut Squash Purée
• Garlic Green Beans with Vegan Butter
• Roasted Winter Root Medley

Chilled Salads

• Winter Greens with Pomegranate & Citrus Dressing
• Kale & Cranberry Salad
• Spinach with Pears & Candied Walnuts
• Quinoa & Roasted Vegetable Salad

Desserts

(Optional — $8.95 per Guest, Vegan)

• Peppermint Chocolate Bars
• Vegan Apple Crisp
• Gingerbread Cookie Bites
• Coconut Maple Panna Cotta

Beverages

($6.95 per Guest)

• Cranberry Citrus Cooler
• Apple-Cinnamon Iced Tea
• Pomegranate Limeade

Celiac-Safe Holiday Buffet — Gluten-Free

Every dish on our Gluten-Free menu is prepared with the same attention to safety and flavor as our traditional menus. From herb-roasted turkey to cedar-roasted salmon, our celiac-safe options deliver all the warmth and tradition of Christmas dinner without compromise. Perfect for families with gluten sensitivities or celiac disease.

Pricing

$36.95 per guest — One Entrée | $39.95 per guest — Two Entrées | $44.95 per guest — Three Entrées

Each package includes: 2 Hot Sides, 1 Chilled Salad, Fresh Fruit, Sliced Bread & Cookies

Entrées

• Herb-Roasted Turkey Breast with Gluten-Free Gravy
• Glazed Spiral Ham with Honey-Mustard Glaze
• Braised Short Ribs with Red Wine Jus
• Cedar-Roasted Salmon with Lemon Dill
• Stuffed Acorn Squash — Vegetarian

Hot Sides

• Garlic Mashed Potatoes
• Wild Rice Pilaf with Herbs
• Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Cranberries
• Maple Sweet Potato Casserole with Gluten-Free Topping
• Roasted Winter Vegetables
• Scalloped Potatoes with Gluten-Free Cream Base

Chilled Salads

• Baby Spinach with Pears & Pomegranate
• Arugula with Goat Cheese & Citrus Dressing
• Kale Salad with Cranberries & Pepitas
• Mixed Greens with Butternut Squash & Balsamic

Desserts

(Optional — $8.95 per Guest, Gluten-Free)

• Gluten-Free Peppermint Brownies
• Flourless Chocolate Holiday Cake
• Gluten-Free Gingerbread Cookies
• Berry–Vanilla Panna Cotta

Beverages

($6.95 per Guest)

• Spiced Cranberry Punch
• Winter Citrus Cooler
• Apple Ginger Sparkler

Santa’s Little Helpers Buffet — Kids’ Menu

Every celebration needs to include the youngest guests. Our Kids’ Christmas Menu features familiar favorites presented with festive flair—turkey sliders, crispy chicken tenders, fun-shaped pasta, and colorful sides that kids actually want to eat. Pricing is flexible and typically ranges from $14.95–$19.95 per child, depending on entrée selections.

What’s Included

1 Entrée, 2 Hot Sides, Fresh Fruit, Holiday Cookies & Juice or Lemonade

Entrées

• Mini Turkey Sliders
• Crispy Chicken Tenders
• Mac & Cheese Snowflakes — Fun-Shaped Pasta
• Mini Meatballs in Mild Tomato Sauce
• Cheese Quesadillas
• Holiday Ham & Cheese Sliders

Hot Sides

• Snowflake Tater Tots
• Sweet Potato Fries
• Steamed Broccoli Trees
• Holiday Mixed Veggies — Carrots, Corn & Peas
• Mashed Potatoes

Fruit Options

• Red & Green Fruit Cups
• Apple Slices with Caramel Dip
• Holiday Fruit Tray — Strawberries, Kiwi & Grapes

Desserts

• Christmas Sugar Cookies
• Mini Gingerbread Cupcakes
• Santa Hat Brownies
• Rice Krispie Christmas Trees

Beverages

• Apple Juice
• Cranberry Holiday Punch
• Lemonade
• Bottled Water

Menu Changes and Dietary Requests

Every menu above can be adjusted for gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, and vegetarian guests, or you can build your own menu from these entrées, sides, salads, and desserts. Tell us your guests’ needs when you book, and we’ll plan the plates around them.

Office Holiday Parties

December is the busiest month of the year for office catering, and most of our Christmas orders come from companies: a holiday lunch for the whole floor, a department party in a conference room, an after-work reception for clients. In our experience working with finance and law clients in Midtown, the party is judged in the first ten minutes. If the food is late, cold, or unlabeled, that’s what people talk about on Monday.

So we set a firm arrival window, confirm loading dock and freight elevator rules when you book, and label every dish for allergens and diets. For an evening event, passed hors d’oeuvres catering and bar service catering turn a conference room into a real party. It’s the same standard behind the corporate catering NYC companies like Amazon, Morgan Stanley, Cartier, and Marriott Hotels rely on, cooked in a kitchen that works under DOHMH oversight with HACCP protocols.

Family Dinners and Community Events

For a dinner at home or a church or community gathering, Christmas catering works two ways. Drop-off delivery brings everything hot and ready to serve, and you take it from there. For a larger group, our event staffing services add servers and a captain who set up, serve, clear, and leave the room clean. Here’s what most caterers won’t tell you: choose staffed or drop-off before you finalize the menu, because it changes how much food you need and how it’s packed.

Every Guest at the Table

Nobody should spend Christmas dinner eating bread and salad. The Plant-Based Winter Feast and the Celiac-Safe Holiday Buffet are complete menus, not a single side swapped out, and Santa’s Little Helpers gives kids food they’ll actually eat. Every dish arrives labeled, and if the holiday desserts aren’t enough, add something from our dessert catering NYC menu.

When to Book Christmas Catering for 2026

Book at least three to four weeks ahead. December dates fill quickly, especially in the two weeks before Christmas, and a late order can leave you with a delivery time you didn’t want. The difference shows up when you book early: you get your window, and we have time to confirm building rules and your final headcount. Still planning November? Our Thanksgiving catering NYC menus are ready now, and every season is on our holiday catering menus NYC page.

Get a Custom Catering Quote for Your Event

Green Apple Catering & Events cooks Christmas for offices, families, and community groups across all five boroughs. Tell us your date, headcount, and address, and request a catering proposal. We’ll get back to you within one business day. You can also call 917-396-1023 or email clients@nygreenapple.com.