Classic Toyota’s Guide to Getting it All Done for the Holidays (+ Great Food Travel Gear!)

Nov 5, 2021

We’re really excited that the holidays are just around the corner, but we also know the hustle and bustle of the season can feel a little overwhelming. We’re here to help alleviate a little bit of the pressure, though, with some tips, tricks and gadgets to make it all easier when prepping big family meals!

Today we’re sharing some of our favourite mealtime ideas for Thanksgiving and Harvest dinners. And of course, after working so hard on your main dishes, sides, and desserts, it’ll be time to take them on the road to your family and friends! That’s why we’re also including our picks for great carrying items and to-go containers for traveling with food. After all, we can’t forget grandma’s apple pie — it’s a Classic!

Learn about the Native American traditional meals in Harvest and Autumn season, as well as a brief History of Thanksgiving foods: Native American and Indigenous Meal Ingredients.

Add more Native American ingredients to your menu this year with this list from Forbes: Native American Thanksgiving Recipes and Food

Timing Tips and Tricks and Full Easy Menu Lists

Road trips and travel during the holiday season can be plenty to contend with on their own, but if you’re hosting the gatherings or family shindigs you’ve got your own timelines to contend with. Alleviate the pressure of “doing it all” with our roundup of helpful tricks to getting it all done on time. That’s right, we’re helping you find a way to get that meal on the table as soon as your famished family arrives. Tempt your travelers with piping hot appetizers, fresh hors d’oeuvres, and a perfectly cooked meal right on schedule. And if you’re taking a dish on the road to mealtime, these tips might still be of good use to get it all done so you can get out the door!

Fast, Easy, and Delicious Holiday Meal Recipes

Here’s some of our favourite online recipes you can print-and-go or queue up on your tablets for fast reference.

Great Food Storage for the Holiday Traveller

We know how hard you’ve worked on these holiday dishes, and we want them to arrive safe and sound at your get togethers! That’s why we’ve selected some great items to keep your food safe while traveling in the car. From pie keepers to storage crates and more, we’ve got it all: