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18 Christmas dinner ideas at Southern California casinos - Press-Enterprise


18 Christmas dinner ideas at Southern California casinos - Press-Enterprise

Posted: 12 Dec 2020 10:54 AM PST

In a normal year, Southern California's casinos offer dozens of options for Christmas dining ranging from full buffet smorgasbords to unique options such as sushi.

However, with the novel coronavirus pandemic, many of the properties have revamped their approach this year by limiting dining options and adding offerings such as to-go meals. But chances are you can still find something tasty.

(While Southern California restaurants have been ordered to stop in-person dining, the tribally owned casinos are on sovereign land, so they are able to continue to be open.)

Here are 18 different choices for Christmas dinner at the casinos.

Agua Caliente Casino Palm Springs 

401 E. Amado Road, Palm Springs. 888-999-1995, aguacalientecasinos.com.

Holiday To-Go: The Palm Springs casino is offering to-go meals that feed 8-10 people. Meals include a whole roasted turkey with chestnut sage stuffing, cream of chicken soup, whipped mashed potatoes, turkey giblet gravy, rolls and more. Dessert includes pecan pie and New York-style cheesecake. $210. Orders must be placed by Dec. 21 and will be available for curbside pickup on Dec. 25. sparesortcasino.com.

Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa Rancho Mirage 

32-250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage. 888-999-1995, aguacalientecasinos.com.

The Steakhouse (Rancho Mirage): Pre-fixe menu featuring choice of veal chop and Alaskan king Crab or salmon coulibiac. 5-11 p.m., Dec. 25. $95. Reservations recommended, and can be made by calling 888-999-1995.

360 Sports: Prime rib sandwich, horseradish mayo, caramelized onions, Swiss cheese, arugula and potato flats. 11 a.m.-midnight, Dec. 25. $16.

Holiday To-Go: The Rancho Mirage Resort is offering to-go meals that feed between 6-8 people. Meals come with a maple-dijon glazed honey baked ham with pineapple, tomato bisque, dinner rolls, baby lettuce salad, haricot vert green beans, pasta primavera, virgin eggnog and more. Dessert is a holiday yule log cake. $210. Orders must be placed by Dec. 21 for curbside pickup on Dec. 25. hotwatercasino.com.

Southern California's casinos will be serving a wide variety of meal options for Christmas, including turkey, ham and prime rib. (iStock photo)

Augustine Casino 

84-001 Ave. 54, Coachella. 760-391-9500, augustinecasino.com.

Café 54: Christmas dinner includes prime rib and lobster with baked potato, asparagus and glass of Champagne. 11:30 a.m.- 8 p.m., Dec. 25. $28.95. Reservations are required and must be made no later than Dec. 18. They can be made by calling 760-391-9504.

Morongo Casino, Resort & Spa

49500 Seminole Drive, Cabazon. 951-849-3080, morongocasinoresort.com.

Cielo: Brown butter Jerusalem artichoke soup; braised bone-in short rib with cheesy polenta cakes and honey-roasted root vegetables; and Othello layer cake with chocolate ganache, hazelnut buttercream, espresso and Baileys-soaked sponge. 5-11 p.m., Dec. 25. $68 per person. Reservations recommended and can be made by calling 800-252-4499, ext. 6.

Good Times Café: Salad with beets, arugula, candied walnuts, radish and blue cheese pomegranate vinaigrette; roast beef tenderloin with potato gratin, broccoli and red wine sauce; and pecan pie cheesecake. 11 a.m. Dec. 25 – 3 a.m. Dec. 26.  $32.99 per person.

Sideline Bar & Grill: Sideline bacon cheeseburger Philly with thousand island dressing, mayonnaise, bacon, cheese, onions, lettuce, tomato and pickle. 11 a.m. Dec. 25-3 a.m. Dec. 26. $14.

Pink Coffee: Serving a chocolate Buche de Noel throughout December. $7.50.

Pit Stop Diner (Casino Morongo): Candied walnut salad; slow roasted braised short ribs with mashed potatoes, demi-glace, cherry tomato and asparagus; spiced eggnog cheesecake with a gingerbread crust. 8 a.m. Dec. 25 midnight Dec. 26. $21.99 per person.

Christmas to-go: You can order a complete meal for eight people to-go from the Cabazon complex. The meals, prepared by Morongo's chefs, include an entrée, sides and dessert.

Prices are $175 for a 16-18-pound turkey; $185 for a 10-pound glazed carving ham with pineapple bourbon glaze; or $215 for an 8-pound slow-roasted prime rib of beef. Sides include mashed potatoes, turkey gravy, sage stuffing, baby carrots and baked yams with honey and marshmallows, among other items. Comes with choice of apple, pecan or pumpkin pie.

Meals can be ordered by calling 866-234-7006 or visiting morongocasinoresort.com and can be picked up beginning at noon on Dec. 24 or 10 a.m. Dec. 25.

Pechanga Resort Casino

45000 Pechanga Parkway, Temecula. 877-711-2946, pechanga.com.

Holiday To-Go: The Temecula area resort has to-go meals in two different sizes. There's an option for a bone-in prime rib that serves six ($175) and a bone-in prime rib that serves 12 ($350). Meals include mashed potatoes, roasted baby carrots, brussels sprouts, au jus, creamy horseradish, rolls and butter, apple pie or pecan pie. Orders can be picked up curbside from Blends Coffee & Wine Bar from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Dec. 25. Orders must be placed by Dec. 17 and can be made by calling 951-770-2307.

San Manuel Casino

777 San Manuel Blvd, Highland. 800-359-2464, sanmanuel.com.

Note: San Manuel is not offering full-service dining for the time being, so all orders are to-go.

Food Court: Slow-cooked prime rib sandwich with garlic fries. 11 a.m. Dec. 25-1 a.m, Dec. 26.  $19.

Rock & Brews: 10-ounce roasted turkey breast with gravy, cornbread stuffing, mashed potatoes, green bean casserole and cranberry chutney. $19.95. 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Dec. 25.

George Lopez's Chingon Kitchen: Red pork pozole. 11 a.m. Dec. 25-1 a.m., Dec. 26. $15.

Soboba Casino Resort 

22777 Soboba Road, San Jacinto. 951-665-1000, soboba.com.

Canyons: Maple-scented butternut squash bisque, grilled prime filet and jumbo prawns and buche de noel for dessert. 5-10 p.m., Dec. 25. $85. Reservations are recommended and can be made by calling  1-866-476-2622.

Fairway Cafe: Choice of winter salad with a parsley lemon vinaigrette or roasted red pepper and gouda bisque; choice of coffee-crusted beef tenderloin or Australian rack of lamb; and pumpkin cheesecake for dessert. 11 a.m. Dec. 25-midnight Dec. 26. $28.

Noodle Bar: Egg drop soup for two; braised short ribs with wine sauce, vegetables and rice; and lemongrass creme brulee for dessert. Noon Dec. 25 -1 a.m. Dec. 26. $32.

30 Christmas dinner ideas for a festive feast like no other - Real Homes

Posted: 02 Dec 2020 12:00 AM PST

Christmas dinner is that meal that we look forward to all year, virtually from the moment we've finished the last one. It's simply everything you want in a holiday meal. Succulent meats, divine side dishes, seasonal spiced flavors, rich gravies and all the other trimmings you could think of. So to inspire your Christmas menu this year, we've created a mighty selection all of our favorite dishes that will make you feel merry, bright and full of cheer both on and around Christmas Day.

From your classic roast turkey, to the most modern take on roasted brussel sprouts we've seen in a while and all the different types of Christmas desserts you can choose from – if Christmas cake simply isn't your thing – keep scrolling for a mouthwatering experience, and quench your thirst with one of our tempting Christmas cocktails while you're at it, because while Christmas may be a little different this year, your menu is set to be exceptional. 

The best Christmas dinner ideas for 2020

Sure it's been a funny old year, but Christmas is a time to celebrate. We've included both simple and more complex Christmas recipe ideas here so that you can find the perfect meals to suit not only your taste and the time you can dedicate to cooking, but also your Christmas budget too! From stylish spuds to hearty stews and absolutely stunning meals you can make in your a slow cooker – if you used to find cooking Christmas dinner a chore – think again! 

1. Creamy cauliflower velouté

spcied cauliflower soup with cheese puff on the side

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A rich, creamy and indulgent Christmas dinner starter – it's cauliflower soup.

2. French 75

Hendricks gin cocktail

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And a stiff drink – with bubbles – makes the perfect accompaniment. A French 75 will also help those cracker jokes go down a bit better. 

3. Beef bourguignon

Beef Bourguignon

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Sticking with the French theme, boeuf bourguignon as they would say makes a delicious winter supper on or around Christmas day.

4. Chicken à l'orange

chicken à l'orange

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We can't help ourselves and this retro chicken à l'orange recipe is a little recipe blast from the past (70s).

5. Aperol Spritz

Aperol Spritz

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We're in Italian territory now, and we too drink Aperol spritz all year long, but it feels even more special on Christmas. 

6. Mushroom stroganoff

mushroom stroganoff

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Creamy, delightful and vegetarian, mushroom stroganoff will keep the whole family happy.

7. Succulent rib of beef with horseradish

How to cook rib beef

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And plenty of it, if you prefer a rich meat on your Christmas menu then a tasty rib of beef with all the trimmings will do the trick.

8. The classic Christmas turkey

Christmas food - Turkey

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When you know how to cook turkey perfectly, for the most sublime results, then who can blame you for putting this bird on your Christmas dinner menu every year.

9. Festive cranberry pithivier

festive pithivier on a christmas dinner table

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A festive and vegan version of another classic French dish, this pithivier is stuffed with roasted squash, cranberries and lots more deliciousness. 

10. Bacon cauliflower cheese

bacon cauliflower cheese

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What makes cauliflower cheese even more mouthwatering? Bacon. Well, it is a Jamie Oliver-inspired recipe...

11. Yuletide nut roast

Vegan nut roast recipe

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Wholesome, flavorsome and super festive, nut roast makes an incredible vegan main for Christmas dinner while meat eaters are almost guaranteed to pinch some as an extra rich stuffing.

12. Too many roasties

Roast potatoes

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But. you can't really have too many roast potatoes now, can you? Find your favorite recipe.

13. Black garlic roasted Brussels sprouts

roasted brussel sprouts on christmas table

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There's more to Brussels sprouts than meets the eye, try this exotic roasted brussel sprouts recipe for something a little more interesting.

14. All the chestnut stuffing

stuffing

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It's not a Christmas dinner without a good serving of classic chestnut stuffing – homemade of course.

15. Maple glazed bird

Waitrose turkey recipe

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Maple glazed turkey is one of the finest types of turkey. Try this simple marinade for Christmas Day dinner and make a real impact on your guests, no matter how small your party.

16. Buttery mash

mashed potato

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Fluffy mashed potato makes every meal that little bit more special and comforting. Plus, if you have leftovers, it's great for bubble and squeak on Boxing Day.

17. Sweet potato

Sweet potato mash

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Want to complement your Christmas table decor with your spread? Opt for sweet potato mash instead.

18. Slow cooker gammon

Gammon

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Slow cooker anything is always a dream but slow cooker gammon is another level of Christmas dinner greatness. 

19. Perfectly puffed Yorkshire puddings

Yorkshire puddings - and how to freeze them

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Where else will your gravy go if not in your Yorkshire puddings? Try our failsafe recipe and you will not be dissapointed.

20. Sweet roasted parsnips

Roasted parnsips

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Sweet, tender and very seasonal, make roasted parsnips one of your Christmas side dishes and let this complementary veg brighten up your dinner plate.

21. Slow cooker turkey crown

slow cooker turkey crown

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Slow cooker turkey crown is the perfect way to ensure this meat stays extra juicy and tender. It's also pretty faff-free which simply means more wine for you!

22. Gratin Dauphinois

dauphinois potatoes

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Back to our French friends for this all time comforting and luxurious Dauphinoise potatoes recipe. Creamy, cheese, it's hard to beat!

23. Spiced roasted carrots 

Roast carrots

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A favorite savory side that is still naturally oh so sweet, slow roasted carrots will lift your Christmas dinner menu.

24. Smashed potatoes

smashed potatoes

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Soft, buttery and a little crunchy too, smashed potatoes are a family favorite type of potato and even more tasty when sprinkled with chopped chives or parsley. 

25. Reindeer brownies

A batch of 9 reindeer Christmas brownies

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Every home needs a plate of Christmas brownies going round at regular intervals throughout the holidays. And, we love these reindeer brownies made with pretzels and protein bites – clever huh? – give them a whirl. Oh, they're vegan too.

26. A Christmas wonderland gingerbread tower

Cherry & Almond Cake with gingerbread on Anthropologie cake stand

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If you're into showstopper bakes, then we have the most incredible gingerbread house recipe to share with you, complete with expert decor tips. It doesn't get much more beautiful than this, and yes, you can eat it too.

27. The luxurious Christmas cake

Christmas cake

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Old as time but always one to please. The Christmas cake reveal is an embedded moment in family history, so make yours count this year.

28. White chocolate cranberry cheesecake

taking a piece of cranberry white chocolate cheesecake

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If you like to twist tradition, then you can still be festive with a modern favorite like white cheesecake for Christmas dessert. This recipe calls for Glögg compote – cranberry – and it's very special indeed.

29. St Nick's Christmas pud

A spoonful of traditional Christmas pudding

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A Real Homes' favorite – because we're into brandy – Christmas pudding is just so special and this one is filled with luxurious dried fruits and nuts for the most exquisite results.

30. Slow cooker Christmas pudding

Slow cooker Christmas pudding recipe

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Another Real Homes' favorite – because we're into slow cookers too – and if you want to make light work of your Christmas dinner prep then this slow cooker Christmas pudding recipe is for you. Delicious, moist results are guaranteed.



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