On Thanksgiving Day (Thursday, Nov. 25, 2010) Victor's Cafe in Manhattan's Theater District (236 W. 52nd St., 212-586-7714; www.victorscafe.com) will have a special Thanksgiving menu. Renowned since 1963 for their authentic Cuban cuisine, they're certain to make this a meal to remember. Price is $46 per person (*beverage, gratuity, and tax not included).
Appetizer Choice
Ensalada Mixta
Mixed greens, Asian pear, Manchego cheese and baby candy-cane beets with amontillado sherry vinaigrette
Sopa de Malanga
A creamy soup of pureed roasted malanga, garlic, and spices
Entrée Choice
Served with Victor’s famous black beans and white rice
Lechon Asado Tradicional
Roast suckling pig marinated in sour orange, olive oil, garlic and herbs. Hand-carved and served with yuca in garlic mojo and Moros y Cristianos
Pavo Cubano with sour oranges, Cuban stuffing and Criolle gravy
Carved roast turkey with stuffing, boniato puree, cranberry sauce, and gravy
Dessert Choice
Flan de Calabaza
Traditional egg custard with sweet calabaza puree
Flan de Coco
Classic Cuban-style egg custard made with fresh grated coconut and coconut milk
