2025 Meat Gift Boxes Our 2025 Meat Gift Boxes are here for the holiday season with new options, customer favorites, and plenty of ways to give great food without any guesswork. From steak nights and surf & turf to breakfast bundles and oven-ready meals, each box is packed with high-quality cuts and ready-to-enjoy classics. Whether…
(Originally published June 18, 2012. Updated November 19, 2025.) Grilling chicken should be simple—but anyone who’s cooked enough of it knows the truth: chicken can be downright stubborn. One minute the legs are charred black on the outside and raw in the middle, the next moment the boneless breasts are dry as chalk. But before…
(Originally published 12/17/2010. Updated November 19, 2025) Few things elevate a special gathering quite like a beautifully prepared roast taking center stage on your table. When it comes to show-stopping holiday or celebration entrées, two cuts rise above the rest: the magnificent Standing Rib Roast and the incredibly tender Beef Tenderloin Roast. Each brings its…
(Originally published December 9, 2013. Updated November 19, 2025.) Tony’s Homemade Heat-n-Serve Appetizers Appetizers are one of the greatest joys of entertaining—but they’re also one of the biggest headaches to make from scratch. After all, who has time to hand-form every meatball, fold delicate puff pastry, or cook dozens of mini pizzas on the day…
(Originally published December 13, 2010. Updated November 19, 2025.) Every family’s holiday feast is steeped in tradition, and at Tony’s, we honor every one of them. From lutefisk and finnan haddie to baccala, smelts, herring, homemade stollen, and bourbon-soaked fruitcake, our shelves reflect decades of cherished celebrations. But no matter how many festive delicacies we…
(Originally published November 14, 2011, Updated November 19, 2025.) I’m a firm believer in preparation; combine that with a little skill, a few good recipes, and a generous stir of love and you’ve got the foundation for a truly memorable Thanksgiving meal. If you’re hosting the holiday feast this year, this is the perfect moment…
(Original post published February 7, 2011. Updated November 19, 2025.) Shepherd’s Pie has a magic all its own—comforting, rustic, unfussy, and filled with the kind of flavor only simple ingredients and long tradition can bring. It’s a dish firmly rooted in home cooking rather than restaurant finesse, and that’s exactly where its charm lies. Moms,…
(Originally published January 20, 2011. Updated November 19, 2025.) Every great cook has a few secrets—quiet little touches they add to a dish to make people pause, squint thoughtfully, and say, “What is that flavor?” Years ago, an Italian chef revealed her own secret to me. She called it her “instant karma”—that little burst of…
Tony’s Italian Cookie Collection: A Holiday Favorite for Sharing If you’re looking for a gift that feels handmade, nostalgic, and ready to hit the holiday table, our Tony’s Italian Cookie Collection checks every box. This festive assortment gives you 1½ pounds of classic Italian cookies in a single, ready-to-gift package. It’s the kind of treat…
Holiday gifting just got easier with Tony’s Wine Gift Sets. Our Wine & Beer team pulled together three thoughtful two-bottle sets that make great gifts for hosts, cooks, and anyone who enjoys discovering new wines. Each duo is built around a theme, so the bottles feel intentional—not random—and they’re ready to wrap, share, or bring to your next gathering.
