Thanksgiving in Antigua Guatemala seems to be more widely celebrated each year. Yes, it’s true that Antigua has a great deal of both US expats and tourists, but many Guatemalans celebrate Thanksgiving as well! So if you miss home, and are in need of turkey and all the trimmings, then Qué Pasa can help! Thursday the 28th is fast approaching! Here we list some of the restaurants and bars where you can celebrate.
Hotel Camino Real Antigua. Restaurant Las Velas
The head chef will be preparing a very special Thanksgiving dinner at the 5 star Hotel Camino Real Antigua. He has created a highly original menu. It’s the perfect location to enjoy this special day with your family. Q425 plus 10% service per person. Call 7873-7000 to make reservations.
Aqua
-Succulent smoked turkey served with a sweet and spicy mushroom gravy
-Ancient grains stuffing
-Creamy garlic rosemary mashed potatoes
-Yam pineapple casserole
-Tender grilled broccolini
-Mouthwatering pecan or pumpkin pie
-Q325 per person
-Q150 for children aged 5-12
-Complimentary for children under 5
* 12% service charge not included
-November 28rd, from 4-9pm
-Live music from 6-8pm
-Private rooms available for groups
-Reservations required 5164-6530
Restaurante Las Palmas
In addition, Restaurante Las Palmas will also be serving a traditional Thanksgiving dinner. Included is:–Zucchini Soup Served with crostini.
–Roast Turkey and Homemade Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Cranberry Sauce, Spicy Carrots, Fresh Bread,
–Pumpkin pie and a Glass of Wine (or soda) and coffee.
Q139 plus service.
Meson Panza Verde
This year, Meson Panza Verde is offering an amazing thanksgiving meal delivered directly to your house, whether here in Antigua or to Guatemala City. Dinner includes. Salad: Butter lettuce with raspberry vinaigrette, pickled onions, mandarin orange wedges, grapefruit wedges, blueberries and apple with pecans. Turkeys: Green belly White meat and dark meat accompanied by candied sweet potatoes with maple syrup and rosemary, green beans with bacon, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, Stuffing. Pumpkin Pie with whipped cream and raspberry sauce. Quite a meal.
