It’s almost that time – and if you’ve still got some shopping to do, let us help. Check out this handy gift guide to thoughtful gifts you can quickly pick up while you’re shopping at the Turnip Truck. It’s a one-stop holiday shop!
For the amateur sommelier: Our wine and wine accessories selection is sure to thrill any wine lover on your list! An easy but elegant gift for your most #butfirstwine-oriented friend could be a lovely bottle from our expertly-crafted selection, a beautiful wooden wine holder – and don’t forget the cheese!
For the coffee buff: We stock a large selection of locally-roasted (and many are award-winning) coffee beans! Pick up a unique Bongo Java or Crema roast (or two!) and a Bodum reusable cup in our coffee aisle, and you’re set with a great gift to give your favorite coffee addict. For an extra-special pairing, grab a bar of extra-dark Olive & Sinclair chocolate!
For the home chef: anything from our curated selection of unique and useful kitchen items is sure to delight the home chefs in your life. From super pragmatic to pleasantly gadgety, any our kitchen items would make great gifts. One of our favorites is the Pancake Pen – make it a theme with a cute spatula and a sack of local pancake mix from Southern City Flavors and local maple syrup from O’Brother’s Maple Farm.
For the pet parent: We can’t forget the pets, can we? For the person in your life whose four-legged friend is a priority, shop our pet-friendly gifts: chew toys, local treats, and fresh food are great options. Good news, too, all of these items will look good on their pet’s Instagram.
For your office Secret Santa: if you drew Karen from Finance’s name and the only thing you know about Karen is that she really likes cats *and* your Secret Santa limit is under $15, don’t worry, we got you. We stock a bunch of nifty gifties that anyone would love! From local chocolate – may we suggest a gift box of Colt’s Bumble Bees – to pretty, handmade earrings, Karen from Finance is sure to love anything you pick out.
And, if all else fails, we know we’d love to get a Turnip Truck gift card – available in-stores in any amount!
Everyone knows that the star of the Thanksgiving feast is the turkey, but that’s no reason to let Thanksgiving side dishes be boring or complicated. Here are a few sides that are healthful, simple, and flavorful, and can be cooked off while your turkey is resting. All of these VIPs have made appearances in our store in the past few weeks as samples designed to get everyone in the holiday spirit.
3/4 cup Bragg’s amino acids
(for soy-free version use coconut aminos)
3/4 cup water
1-2 tbsp. sesame oil
½ tsp. red pepper flakes
Preheat oven to 400 degrees
In a bowl, whisk together all ingredients except squash
3. Line a sheet pan with parchment or prep with non-stick spray
4. Roast until tender, stirring occasionally to keep squash coated in marinade. Marinade will thicken into a glaze as it cooks.
ROASTED BRUSSELS SPROUTS
2-3 pounds Brussels sprouts
1 tbsp. agave
1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
1 tbsp. sesame oil
1 pinch of red pepper flakes
Salt and Pepper to taste
Combine ingredients in bowl and toss until Brussels sprouts are evenly coated
Spread evenly on a baking sheet
Roast at 400° for 30-45 minutes, turning every 5-7 minutes for even browning.
ROASTED CHESTNUTS
1 pound chestnuts
1/4 cup butter
salt to taste
1 pinch ground cinnamon
Preheat oven to 375°
Cut a 1/2 inch crisscross on the flat side of each nut. Be sure to cut through the shell to prevent the nut from exploding.
Place the nuts in a shallow baking pan and bake for 25 to 30 minutes.
Allow to cool and peel off the shell.
Place nuts in a skillet with butter and sauté over high heat until butter is melted and chestnuts are well coated.
Place skillet in oven and roast until they are golden on top.
Sprinkle with salt and cinnamon.
ROASTED KABOCHA SQUASH with MAPLE SYRUP and GINGER
3lbs kabocha squash – peeled, seeded, and cut into
1” thick wedges
3 tbsp. pure maple syrup
3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
1 tbsp. fresh ginger – peeled and finely grated
6 thyme sprigs plus thyme leaves for garnish
Kosher salt to taste
Preheat the oven to 450°. On a rimmed baking sheet, toss the squash wedges with the maple syrup, olive oil, ginger, thyme sprigs and salt. Arrange the squash in a single layer and roast for 15 minutes. Flip and roast for 15 minutes longer, until golden and tender. Discard the thyme sprigs. Transfer the squash to a serving platter and garnish with thyme leaves.
Thanksgiving is fast approaching, but don’t stress: we have everything you need for a relaxing and enjoyable holiday. Introducing Holiday Meal Kits! Each kit is $75 and comes with one delicious 10-12lb turkey, 3 ½lbs stuffing, 26oz turkey gravy, 14oz cranberry relish. Also available to order are a la carte sides and regular or gluten-free pumpkin pie and pecan pie. It’s enough to feed 8 – 12 people and still have leftovers! Everything is fully-cooked; you just heat, serve, and enjoy.
We have it all covered so you can eat a delicious Thanksgiving dinner and still enjoy the day.
Samples of the Meal Kits are available at the East Nashville location on 11/4 and 11/5 starting at 1pm and 11/6 starting at 4pm. Come on by to taste, order your Holiday Meal Kit, and be sure to stock up on some great wine to pair with your meal.
To order, see a manager at either location; kits are available while supplies last; pick-up is 11/19 – 11/22.
Questions? Please call the stores or reach out on social media.
Thanks to John Dyke’s vision, the hard work of our Turnip Truckers, and with the support of the best customers in the world, the Turnip Truck stores just won “Store of the Year” from the Independent Natural Food Retailers Association (INFRA).
Hundreds of fabulous stores across the country connect to keep the independent dream alive. Thank you for voting for all independents every time you choose to shop local.
