Thanksgiving Catering 2025 — Fresh. Halal. Fire-to-Plate.

Celebrate Thanksgiving the Tarka way — with freshly prepared, halal-certified dishes made to order for families, offices, and gatherings.

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Traditional Feasts

Classic flavors with turkey, herb chicken, lasagna, mashed potatoes, and maple-glazed vegetables perfect for family-style celebrations.
🟠 Half Tray $300 | Full Tray $500

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sliced food additives on brown cutting board

Fusion Feasts

Tandoori turkey, chargha chicken, and masala macaroni meet the heart of Thanksgiving. Spiced perfectly, cooked to order, and 100% halal.
🟠 Half Tray $300 | Full Tray $500

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Easy Pickup & Fresh Prep

Order ahead, pick up between Nov 17–27, and serve hot within minutes. Every tray is sealed fresh, ensuring that “fire-to-plate” Tarka flavor.

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A pile of dried cardamom pods on a dark surface.
A pile of dried cardamom pods on a dark surface.

Limited Capacity

Once we reach our prep limit, pre-orders close automatically. Secure your tray early with a 50% deposit via Zelle or visit us in Carteret, NJ.

FAQs

Your Questions Answered for a Flavorful Thanksgiving Celebration

1. Are all proteins Halal?

Yes. Every turkey and chicken dish is prepared using certified Halal ingredients and handled in a dedicated prep area to maintain integrity.

2. What are the portion sizes?

Half trays serve 10–12 guests, and full trays serve 20–24 guests. Each order includes one protein, one pasta, two sides, and one dessert.

3. How do I reserve my feast?

Simply fill out the form on this page. You’ll receive a confirmation email with Zelle deposit instructions to finalize your reservation. You can also visit us at Tarka Nation in Carteret, NJ.

4. How much is the deposit?

A 50% non-refundable deposit is required to confirm your order. The balance is due at pickup (cash or card accepted).

5. When is pickup available?

Pickup runs November 17 – 27, between 2 PM and 6 PM, at 1293A Roosevelt Ave, Carteret NJ 07008.

6. Do you offer delivery?

Not for this campaign. All Thanksgiving orders are pickup-only to preserve food quality and freshness.

7. How long will you accept orders?

Orders remain open until November 16th, 2025 or until our prep limit is reached. Once capacity is full, the form will automatically close.

8. Can I customize my tray?

Absolutely — within the Traditional or Fusion categories, you can choose your own protein, pasta, sides, and dessert on the order form.

9. Do you cater events outside of Thanksgiving?

Yes. Tarka Nation provides catering year-round for offices, weddings, and community gatherings. Use our main Catering Inquiry Form on the site for non-seasonal events.

10. Are there vegetarian or dietary options?

Yes. You can select vegetarian sides like Masala Mac & Cheese, Tarka Masala Vegetable Medley, and Rice Pilaf with Peas.