Pondicheri

If you're going to put your holiday feast in the hands of another, let it be those of Pondicheri chef Anita Jaisinghani. She and her team have crafted two catering menus to choose from: the Herbivore, stocked with treats like Masala Pecans, Roasted Jackfruit Samosas, and Mushroom Christmas Lasagna; and the Omnivore, featuring Roasted Duck Samosas, Shrimp Mulligatawny Soup, Roasted Masala Beef Brisket, and more. Adding on at least one of the bake lab’s fantastic desserts—think Saffron Citrus Rolls, Apple-Cranberry Crumble, and Pumpkin Chai Pie—is a must.
Cost: Packages run $200 - $240 (serves four); a la carte menu prices vary.
How to book: Preorder online for pickup December 23.

If you're going to put your holiday feast in the hands of another, let it be the capable hands of Pondicheri chef Anita Jaisinghani. She and the team have crafted two catering menus to choose from: the Herbivore (with treats like smoked eggplant raita, butter paneer pot pie, and sweet potato rolls) and an Omnivore option (featuring Roghan Josh pot pie, crab samosas, lobster truffle mac ’n cheese, and more. 
Cost: $195 for the Herbivore menu (serves four) and $230 for the Omnivore menu (serves four); orders will be available for pick up from 12 to 5 pm on Wednesday, December 23