Bar Enza’s Thanksgiving Meals To-Go at The Charles Hotel

A Neo-Trattoria Thanksgiving—To-Go

At Bar Enza, we bring sophisticated warmth to every dish. Guided by James Beard Award-winning Culinary Director Lydia Shire and Michelin-rated Executive Chef Mark Ladner, our team crafts handmade, housemade specialties that honor tradition while celebrating inventive, artisanal technique—an Italian-influenced feast designed for effortless entertaining in Cambridge’s Harvard Square at The Charles Hotel .

How It Works

Order by: Sunday, November 23
Pickup: Wednesday, November 26 between 11:00 AM and 5:00 PM
Where: Bar Enza, inside The Charles Hotel (Harvard Square, Cambridge)
Menu Format: Choose individual items from a special a la carte holiday menu—build your perfect spread.

Ready to curate your feast? Review the full offerings and secure your preferred pickup time.

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Menu Highlights

Centerpiece Proteins

Herb Roasted Heritage Turkey with Vin Santo
Lydia’s Sugar-Roasted Smoked Pork Shoulder with Honey Mustard

Italian-Elegant Sides

Elevate the classics with traditional and Italian-inspired sides—crafted with the same refined, inviting touch you love at our Neo-Trattoria.

Desserts

Lydia’s unusual apple pie
Devilish pecan praline cake

Each dish is designed for easy home service, bringing Bar Enza’s sophisticated flavors straight to your holiday table.

Why Bar Enza for Thanksgiving

Chef-driven pedigree: Culinary Director Lydia Shire (James Beard Award-winner) and Executive Chef Mark Ladner (Michelin-rated) steward a kitchen known for Italian-influenced finesse and handmade craftsmanship .
Harvard Square ease: Convenient pickup within The Charles Hotel, at the heart of Cambridge’s most celebrated neighborhood .
Build-your-own feast: A la carte flexibility lets you tailor portions and courses to your guest list.

Bonus: Order by November 15 to receive a $50 Bar Enza gift card toward a future visit.

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FAQs

Is this a fixed per-person package?: No—guests select individual items from our special holiday menu to build a custom spread.
When do I need to place my order?: Please submit your pre-order by Sunday, November 23.
When is pickup?: Pickup is Wednesday, November 26 from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Where do I pick up?: At Bar Enza in The Charles Hotel, Harvard Square, Cambridge, MA (easy access in the heart of Harvard Square) .
Do you offer reheating guidance?: Yes—your order will include simple instructions for warming and serving.
What forms of payment are accepted?: Use the secure pre-order link to complete your purchase online.
Is there an incentive for early ordering?: Yes—orders placed by November 15 receive a $50 Bar Enza gift card for a future visit.