Bird on the Fly: Where to Grab a Turkey for Your T-Giving Table

Mark Karanja theBeijinger

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Whether you are North American or not, we can all agree that this year we have something to be thankful for. 2020 has not been the easiest year for any of us to surmount, and yet here we are with but a month and a half to go. One thing you don’t have to wonder about, however, is where to get a turkey while in Beijing. Even if you might not be planning to celebrate Thanksgiving, a nice roast turkey is a delicious treat for the entire family.

In the lead up to the Thanksgiving season, we're bringing you the best Turkey deals throughout the city to make your festive season planning that much easier. To start out, here are a few options for those looking for a turkey to go.

Raw or Ready-made?

If you have your own cherished ritual of Turkey prep and roasting, then the idea of getting a ready-made turkey might not be as appealing to you. Instead, you look to source for your own in order to prepare your treasured secret family recipe.

Fortunately, it’s not that difficult to source a raw turkey. Just because you don’t see them in the supermarket aisles doesn’t mean they aren't readily available. Believe it or not, Taobao is a great place to get yourself a nice turkey! And for as little as RMB 238 for a 5.5-kilogram bird, it's not too bad a deal. Most turkey vendors on Taobao will offer same-day delivery through SF Express, so you might want to order it for delivery on a day you are sure someone will be home to receive it.

Con Mucho Gusto!

So, maybe you are a little on the fence about buying your bird off of Taobao. Sometimes deliveries are delayed, and the last thing you need is a bird that’s been thawing for a few days on its way to your door. If that's the case, let El Gusto Argentino take the worry, frustration, and possible language barrier worries away from you. At a reasonable RMB 78 per kilo, El Gusto Argentino offers large 6-7 kg birds to be delivered to your door at no extra cost to you!

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Breakfast Champion’s China-Proof Turkey Pack

If you are hoping to do it up big this Thanksgiving, and still have enough for the ever-delicious week of leftover meals, then Breakfast Champions has you covered. Offering an incredible assortment of Thanksgiving meats, from whole imported turkey to a whole Thanksgiving ham and Applewood smoked streaky bacon! With these offers, you will have enough to feed up to 18 people!

The Butler Did It!

Butler and White’s have made it easier to order your own bird on their platform. Whether you want it raw at RMB 375 or roasted to perfection at RMB 395, Butler and White’s has you covered. They are also offering a 10% discount for all orders made before Nov 15.

IPA and a Turkey?

Beersmith Gastropub might be the last place in the city you might associate with any turkey that isn’t served as a side or as part of a delicious sandwich with a mug of beer, but not so fast! This year, to kick the festive mood into high gear, Beersmith is offering Beijingers the option of an authentic turkey dinner with a 5-6kg bird available for dining in at RMB 1,288 or as takeout at RMB 988! The turkey is not all, as Beersmith is also offering a side of Chardonnay-glazed baby carrots, sauteed brussels sprouts with Bacon, and roasted purple sweet potato! Just be sure to contact them 24 hours in advance. This offer runs from November 1 to December 31, so that’s your Christmas bird also sorted!

Thanksgiving Dinner Chef’s Table from the Hutong Kitchen

If you are looking for a more communal feel for your thanksgiving revelry, then Chef Olivia Nadine’s thanksgiving table might just be what you need. Promising to not only deliver a turkey roasted to perfection, but also Southern home-style gravy, cornbread stuffing, creamy mashed potatoes, Olivia’s signature mac and cheese, classic garlic green beans, Southern-style greens, and that’s just the tip of the delicious iceberg. If you wish to enjoy this feast then be fast about booking your spot at RMB 368, as it has limited seating.