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Grocerant Guru®: Bob Evans Excels with ‘Dining Out While Dining In’ This Thanksgiving


More families than ever are looking to make Thanksgiving
stress-free, delicious, and reminiscent of the flavors that bring people
together. Bob Evans steps in with its
Farmhouse Feasts, a celebration of family, flavor, and convenience.

Steven Johnson Grocerant
Guru®
at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® says, Thanksgiving is all
about family time, but these days, preparing the traditional feast can be
daunting. Enter Bob Evans’ Farmhouse
Feasts: crafted for families to savor the holiday with all the favorite dishes
and none of the stress. This year, the ‘Dining Out While Dining In’ trend is
stronger than ever as families seek the nostalgic flavors they love without
hours in the kitchen. Bob Evans’
ready-to-heat-and-serve Farmhouse Feasts and other hot carryout options bring
family-size convenience and cherished flavors home, all in just two hours or
less.


As America’s trusted go-to for turkey and hearty family
meals, Bob Evans continues to raise the bar, providing everything from
slow-roasted turkey to hickory-smoked ham and all the sides, baked goods, and
desserts that feel like home. “Thanksgiving is a time to cherish family
moments, and with Farmhouse Feasts, we’re bringing more of those moments to the
table,” said Mickey Mills, CEO of Bob Evans. “Our goal is to offer a truly
relaxing holiday meal experience so families can focus on what matters most.”

Why ‘Dining Out While Dining In’ Is
Poised to Be Big This Thanksgiving

1.      
More Families Seek
Time Savings
– According to food industry data,
over 60% of families this year want to simplify meal prep. Bob Evans offers the
Farmhouse Feast as a complete solution that brings cherished flavors without
hours in the kitchen.

2.      
Authentic, Familiar
Flavors
– Studies reveal that holiday dining
trends lean heavily towards comfort foods and familiar flavors. Bob Evans,
known for its classic recipes, captures that nostalgia, offering slow-roasted
turkey, hickory-smoked ham, and sides like bread & celery dressing that
remind people of Thanksgivings past.

3.      
Restaurant-Quality
Meals at Home
– This year, 72% of consumers are
prioritizing meals from restaurants to re-create a dining-out feel at home. Bob
Evans’ Farmhouse Feast embodies this trend, delivering complete meals that
taste like restaurant fare but can be enjoyed around the family table.

4.      
Convenience Meets
Tradition
– With more consumers focusing on
convenience, Bob Evans bridges the gap by providing traditional Thanksgiving
foods that need only heating, letting families enjoy time together without
sacrificing holiday customs.

5.      
Feeding Gatherings
of All Sizes
– With flexible options, from a
family of four to larger gatherings, Bob Evans offers meals and sides that
scale to any occasion, keeping family connection at the forefront of
Thanksgiving celebrations.


What Bob Evans Brings to Your
Thanksgiving Table

·        
Farmhouse Feasts: A
Full Thanksgiving Meal for Gatherings Big or Small
– Select from three entrée options, including Bob Evans’
famous slow-roasted turkey, hickory-smoked ham, or slow-roasted pot roast with
caramelized onions and roasted carrots. Each Feast includes crowd-pleasing
sides like mashed potatoes with gravy, green beans with ham, and house-made
cranberry relish. Prices start at $84.99, making this an economical choice for
a stress-free holiday meal.

·        
Holiday Hot Family
Meals
– Families on the go can enjoy Bob
Evans’ signature hand-carved turkey and hickory-smoked ham served hot and ready
to eat. With ample family-size portions, the Holiday Hot Family Meal, priced at
$99.99, also includes mashed potatoes, buttered corn, and a freshly baked
pumpkin pie, perfect for a gathering of six.

·        
New Potato Lovers
Bundle
– Because extra potatoes are always a
favorite! The Potato Lovers Bundle, available for just $29.99, features two
family-size roasted sweet potato dishes plus mashed potatoes and gravy,
ensuring no one leaves the table unsatisfied.


·        
Family-Size Sides
and Seasonal Desserts
– Adding to the Farmhouse Feast, Bob
Evans offers favorites like macaroni & cheese, mashed potatoes with gravy,
and green beans with ham for just $12.99 each. Complete your feast with
seasonal pies like pumpkin and pecan, starting at $12.29, to wrap up
Thanksgiving on a sweet note.

·        
Dine-In Option
Available Thanksgiving Day
– All Bob Evans
locations will be open from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. for guests who want a traditional
dine-in experience. Enjoy the Premium Celebration Platter featuring
slow-roasted turkey, hickory-smoked ham, sides, and a slice of pie, all for
$18.99.

“We know families want their Thanksgiving to feel special,
yet easy,” said Bob Holtcamp, President and Chief Marketing Officer at Bob
Evans. “The Farmhouse Feasts deliver the flavors of home, with dishes our
guests remember fondly from childhood. We’re here to help families focus on
what Thanksgiving is really about.”

Families can order Farmhouse Feasts online or through the
Bob Evans app, available for carryout, curbside pickup, or delivery until
November 26. For details and to order, visit BobEvans.com.

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