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18 WAC Magazine | wac.net Executive Chef Eric Floyd recognizes the important role food plays in bringing people together, especially during the holiday season. He also knows there's no wrong way to celebrate. Expertly cooked Thanksgiving dinners for pickup—complete with reheating instructions—are just the beginning. Enjoy our popular Thanksgiving buffet in the Crystal Ballroom on Thursday, November 28, or reserve a table for à la carte dinner service in Torchy's. Both dining experiences include turkey, classic sides, and dessert options. Christmas follows closely behind. If you haven't relaxed in Torchy's to the songs of The Dickens Carolers, make this your year. Our annual Victorian Christmas buffet serves prime rib and plenty of good cheer on Wednesday, December 25. taste thanksgiving Every year, the WAC kitchen prepares dozens of complete anksgiving meals to go. Plus, members can order their favorite WAC sides—from pies to potatoes—à la carte. "I host nearly 20 people now," Doug says more than a de- cade aer becoming the go-to for his family's gathering. "A lot of friends join in now, too." anksgiving to go is great for smaller groups, too. Mem- ber Rob Moore generally serves around eight people, most of whom don't eat meat. Since Rob does, he orders a smaller serving along with sides of stuffing, mashed potatoes, and cranberry sauce. "We order the core of our anksgiving meal from the WAC because we know the food will be great," Rob says. His mother-in-law's green bean casserole is one homemade mainstay that's not going anywhere, along with his son's olive oil cake that offers a twist on the usual holiday dessert. "Other people bring little things to add, and it's a blessing because it's so easy," Rob says. Guests enjoy Thanksgiving to go at WAC member Doug Seto's home. Continued from page 16 As for Doug, his tradition continues a dozen years aer he assumed hosting duties. "Everybody enjoys the food," he says. For those wanting to buck tradition, the WAC kitchen also offers prime rib for pickup. "As a culinary team, we love pre- paring holiday dinners," WAC Executive Chef Eric Floyd says. "Sharing a holiday meal is a special part of life." Reserve for holiday meals at the Club or place your order for Thanksgiving to go on the WAC app. SOUL FOOD: HOLIDAY DINING UNITES WAC MEMBERS Thanksgiving to go Thanksgiving reservations C O U R T E S Y P H O T O E M I L I O H U E R TA S ( 2 )