Everything you need to know about pizza in Chicago, from the best deep dish to the most popular spots for families

When it comes to pizza in Chicago, most people instantly think of deep dish, also known as pan pizza . . . and also known as Chicago style. And although Chicago is known for this style of pie, there are of course other regional styles, such as New York, Detroit, Neapolitan, and Quad City that have found a home here as well.

With so many pizza joints to choose from, one pizzeria tends to try to outdo the other in trying to attract locals. From arcades to balloon artists, we’ve also included all the best spots for family fun across the city.

Chicago Deep Dish Pizza Places You Must Try

For those unfamiliar, deep dish pizza is baked in a round steel pan. The bottom and sides of the pan are oiled (which will result in a crisp crust), and then the dough is pressed out along the sides of the pan. It is baked at very high temperatures, which is why the cheese is set at the bottom of the pie, followed by a thick layer of toppings, and then the sauce. It is typically eaten with a fork and knife, and there are four notable establishments that specialize in this Chicago style ‘za, although all offer thin crust with even gluten-free and vegan options.

Pizzeria Uno
Pizzeria Uno can be found throughout the U.S., but it originated here in Chicago. Not only that, but it claims to have invented deep dish pizza. They have since grown far beyond pizza to an extensive menu and are as passionate about their craft beer as they are their pies. Their single serve deep dish pizzas make for the perfect lunch, and Monday through Friday until 3 p.m., they pair them with a soup or salad for a great deal.

29 E. Ohio St.
River North

4200 N. River Rd.
Schiller Park
Online: unos.com

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Giordano’s
Brought to Chicago in 1974 from an Italian recipe 200 years old, Giordano’s is known the world over. With locations not only across Chicago but throughout the U.S., they are so well-known they even ship nationwide. Their use of Wisconsin Mozzarella and hand-picked California tomatoes, on top of a crisp buttery crust is what makes it so special. Soon to be added to their menu is a cheesy, meaty version completely made from plants!

Various city locations and nationwide shipping
Online: giordanos.com

Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria
Lou Malnati opened his first pizzeria in the area in 1971, after 30 years in the business. Lou Malnati’s prides itself on its quality ingredients and a recipe for its crisp, buttery crust that has been in the family for generations. The not-so-secret trick is that they pat out the dough by hand and spread it up the sides of the pan, which is why the crust is not as thick as you might expect. If you are really looking to go a little lighter, try the Malnati Salad with the Lou Malnati’s Sweet Vinaigrette.

Various city locations and nationwide shipping
Online: loumalnatis.com

Gino’s East
The true measure of deep dish pizza is how long the cheese stretches when you pull a slice from a pie, and Gino’s stretches for days! If you can’t make it to a restaurant, you can pick some up in the freezer aisle or have it shipped nationwide. The flagship location off the Magnificient Mile houses a Comedy Bar with weekly shows and an outstanding outdoor rooftop terrace.

162 E. Superior St.
Magnificent Mile

521 South Dearborn
South Loop
Online: ginoseast.com

Chicago’s Pizza
Chicago’s Pizza has taken the traditional deep dish up a notch with its famous stuffed pizza. Similar to deep dish, the dough is spread out in a pan and the toppings are loaded on top. However, a second crust is then draped on top of that before it is finished off with tomato sauce and a parmesan spice mix. They also specialize in gourmet pizzas, with honey-semolina crusts and unique sauces such as pesto or gorgonzola cream. Be sure to sign up for their coupons.

3114 N. Lincoln Ave.
Lakeview

1919 W. Montrose Ave.
Ravenswood

4520 W. Irving Park Rd.
Old Irving
Online: chicagos-pizza.com

Chicago Pizza and Oven Grinder Co.
Chicago Pizza and Oven Grinder Co. puts a completely different spin on deep dish with its Pizza Pot Pie, which is basically an inverted deep dish pizza, with the dough all around the outside and the cheese, sauce, sausage, and mushrooms hidden inside. You must cut into the dough like you would any other pot pie to get to the filling. It is definitely unique to Chicago, and the building it resides in has a long and storied past.

2121 N. Clark St.
Lincoln Park
Online: chicagopizzaandovergrinder.com

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Chicago Pizza Places Serving Up Regional Styles Locally

These spots offer the best of city-specific pizza styles right within the Chicago city limits.

Cafe Luigi
New York pizza pies are large, with a thin crust and doughy edge, and usually cut into eight wide slices. While native New Yorkers may swear the only place you can get good New York pizza is in New York, Cafe Luigi’s serves up a very authentic NY pie. Do like the New Yorkers do, and fold your slice. Let the grease pool in the middle or blot it with some napkins first. Either way, the ratio of crust to cheese and sauce is spot on!

2548 N. Clark St.
Lincoln Park
Online: cafeluigimenu.com

Jet’s Pizza
Detroit style pizza is rectangular with a thick but crispy crust, and the cheese is caramelized around the edges. To get that doughy goodness in Chicago, turn to Jet’s Pizza, which uses a combination of a proprietary blend of flour and their signature steel pans to make a hearty, yet airy crust. Customers can even “flavorize” their crusts by adding cajun seasoning, sesame seed, butter, garlic, or romano cheese to any pizza.

Various city locations
Online: jetspizza.com

Coda di Volpe
Neapolitan Pizza is a Naples-style pizza made with tomatoes and mozzarella cheese, but in order to be authentic, the tomatoes must be either San Marzano or Pomodorino del Piennolo del Vesuvio. The signature of a Neapolitan pizza is that there is more sauce than cheese, and additional toppings beyond a little basil are discouraged. The crust is so thin, you may use pizza shears to cut it. Coda di Volpe is one of the few restaurants in Chicago certified by the Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana (The True Neapolitan Pizza Association). That means they have been trained in producing this style according to age-old traditions and that only the highest quality ingredients and processes are used.

3335 N. Southport Ave.
Lakeview
Online: cdvolpe.com

Roots Handmade Pizza
Quad City Style lands somewhere between a pan pizza and a thin crust. A round pie is cut into strips using special shears. The dough includes malt, and the zesty tomato sauce contains red chili flakes and cayenne. Toppings are between the sauce and cheese. Crumbled sausage is the most popular topping. Roots Handmade Pizza brought the Quad City Style to Chicago. They make their dough fresh daily, and their sausage crumble in house. If you don’t want to dine in, you can pick up a Pizza Kit and hand toss your own pie at home. They even have a Pizza Kit for the popular Quad City Taco Pizza. If you do decide to dine in at the family-friendly restaurant, kids are plenty entertained by watching the pizza-making magic through a glass window into the kitchen. You can also request that your child gets their own tableside dough to play with while they wait for their food.

2200 W. Lawrence Ave.
Lincoln Square

1924 W. Chicago Ave.
West Town

1610 N. Wells St.
Old Town

744 S Dearborn St.
South Loop

Online: rootspizza.com

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Chicago Pizzerias That Offer Something Extra for Families

Although their pizza is equally delicious, these stand-out restaurants offer a little more for families beyond their food.

Marie’s Pizza & Liquors
Travel back in time at Marie’s Pizza & Liquors. This establishment has been family-owned since 1940. The large dining room filled with red vinyl seats and live music is a throwback to Italian restaurants of a bygone era, and is always kid friendly. They are often found hosting special events, such as Circus Nights and Classic Car shows. It’s also one of the few places where you can find a heart-shaped pizza come Valentine’s Day, too.

4127 W. Lawrence Ave.
Mayfair
Online: mariespizzachicago.com

Borelli’s
Borelli’s is not only a family tradition, but a neighborhood one, too. They specialize in a “cracker-thin” crust that makes for a very shareable pizza. What makes Borelli’s a family go-to, though, is its game room. Parents can relax and enjoy a drink together while the kids play Foosball, Pac-Man, or Space Invaders in the next room. You’ll be returning often, so join their Loyalty Program. “Home of the Pizza Party,” they have a great event space and even a dance floor.

2124 W. Lawrence Ave.
Lincoln Square
Online: borellipizza.com

Moretti’s
Another family favorite is Moretti’s, with Kids Eat Free Mondays and Half Price Pizza Tuesdays among other specials. Many locations host kid-friendly events throughout the year, and their kid-friendly New Year’s Eve party is one of the best.

Various Chicagoland locations
Online: morettisrestaurants.com

Rewired Pizza Cafe & Bar
Rewired offers not only hand-tossed personal size pizzas, pizza pies, and pizza by the slice, but they also specialize in innovative coffee drinks, breakfast, and brunch. Join them on Saturdays for old school cartoons or on Sundays for sing-a-longs. Every Tuesday from 4-6 p.m. is Kids Night with a magician, balloon animals, and board games. Or leave the kids home on Wednesdays for their Date Night special that includes a three-course meal, a bottle of wine, and live music.

1100 Thorndale Ave.
Edgewater
Online: rewiredcafe.com

D’Agostino’s Pizza and Pub
In addition to thin-crust and deep dish options, D’Agostino’s is a comfort food haven. From mini corn dogs to nachos and tot’chos, they have it all.  Every night of the week has a different deal, and they have frequent trivia nights. Family Nights, which include a balloon artist from 5:45-7:45 p.m. are Tuesdays in Wrigleyville and Thursdays in Park Ridge.

Various Chicagoland locations
Online: dagsdelivers.com

Pizzeria Portofino
There is no better place to sit along the river and enjoy a meal with your family than Pizzeria Portofino. The view is amazing, and the beautiful white canopies and orange umbrellas will make you feel like you are spending the day in Europe. Pizzas are hand-stretched very thin with pre-selected toppings ranging from king crab and farm corn to charred pepperoni. Kids will enjoy watching boats dock at the restaurant or float by on the river below.

317 N. Clark St.
The Loop
Online: pizzeriaportofino.com

From Chicago and Pittsburgh-style to, of course NY-style pizza, we’ve found the best pizza spots in LA worth your time and money

Is there anything more comforting than a delicious, piping-hot pizza? Uh, doubtful. And luckily, LA is having its very own pizza renaissance with more and more incredible pizza joints leveling up the pie game every day. (Thankfully, gone are the days when people would quietly chuckle when they mentioned pizza for dinner in LA). Nowadays, it’s almost (almost) too hard to keep up with which pizza joint is the best. But we did our research and are excited to deliver what we’ve known all along—not all pizza is created equal. After many bites and stuffed bellies, we’re delivering the best pizza in LA that is worth your time and hard-earned dollars.

Where to Find the Best New York Style Pizza in Los Angeles

Danny Boy's: New York City native, Daniel Holzman, owner of Danny Boy’s Famous Original Pizza in DTLA, says the secret to authentic New York Style pizza is in the water temperature used to make the dough—41 degrees to be exact. Holzman believes that making a premium pie is all about the flavor of the dough, the perfect cheese blend, using Stanislaus tomatoes for the sauce, and creating the right structure of a true New York slice—when you fold it to take a bite, it should crack, but not break in half.

Good to Know: The shop is only open Mon.-Fri. so make sure to get your pizza fix on a weekday.


330 S. Hope St.
Downtown
Online: dannyboysfamousoriginalpizza.com

U Street Pizza: When the crew behind Pasadena’s crazy popular Union Italian restaurant decided to open a pizza place last spring, it was bound to be a booming success. Executive Chef, Chris Keyser, brings his East Coast roots to create one of the best New York style pizza shops in town by concentrating on the crust—thin and crispy with the perfect amount of breadiness. Flavors run from classics like pepperoni and a fab sausage pie to pizzas topped with little neck clams, fresh garlic, lemon and Fiscalini Cheddar.

Insider Tip: Save room for dessert. Kiddos will definitely want a bowl of U Street’s amazing soft serve for dessert.

33 E. Union St.
Pasadena
Online: ustreetpizza.com

Secret Pizza LA: Sean Lango, the once anonymous owner of Secret Pizza LA, started his highly successful pizza biz out of his apartment during the pandemic. As a New Jersey native and major pizza lover, he was looking for a way to supplement his income when his job as a musician came to halt during COVID. After a lifetime of making pies for friends and watching people work in his favorite pizza joints back home, Lango learned how to make a simple, yet unbelievably perfect New York style pie. He began advertising on Instagram, and a viral sensation (and business) was born. He sold a limited number of pizzas out of his apartment each week with orders consistently selling out every time. This past July, Lango moved his small business into a Moneticito Heights space where customers can still book time slots for weekend pick-ups via Instagram links. New orders open on Mon. at 11 a.m. sharp. Act quick cause slots go quickly.

Online: instagram.com/secretpizzala

Where to Find the Best Chicago Style Deep Dish Pizza in Los Angeles

Masa: In the heart of Echo Park is Masa, a mom and pop, family-owned restaurant specializing in Chicago Deep Dish Pizza made with love by a true Chicago son. With a two-inch-deep cornmeal crust, hand-crushed whole pear tomatoes and fillings like Masa’s secret recipe Sweet Italian Sausage & Authentic Hot Giardiniera imported from Chicago, it’s one of the best in LA for sure. But one of the sweetest parts of coming to Masa is the warm, welcoming atmosphere where you always feel like family.

1800 Sunset Blvd.
Echo Park
Online: masaofechopark.com

Gino's East: For Chicagoans who are living in LA, Gino’s East feels like a real taste of home. The beloved restaurant got its start in Chi-Town where according to the owners, "People know pizza." Lucky for us, they’re now serving up authentic deep dish in Sherman Oaks, along with 15 TVs highlighting Chicago sports, comfy booths for piling in the whole family and lots of Chicago memorabilia on the walls.

12924 Riverside Dr.
Sherman Oaks
Online: ginoseast.com

Hollywood Pies: This pizza spot serves up deep dish deliciousness that would make The Windy City proud. With a perfect combo of incredible crust, homemade sauce, custom butchered meats and locally sourced high-quality ingredients, it’s easy to see why this shop has earned a cult-like following around town.

6116 W. Pico Blvd.
Los Angeles
Online: hollywoodpiesla.com

 

Where to Find the Best Detroit Style Pizza in Los Angeles

DTown: Crowned "World Champion of the 2021 International Pizza Competition," it’s no surprise DTown’s Detroit-Style pizza has gained such a devoted fan following. Run by Chef (and Michigan native) Ryan Ososky, DTown is turning out deep crust square pizzas with incredible flavor, perfectly caramelized crust and such divine texture it would impress even the most die-hard Motor City critic. We especially love The Goomba Pepperoni with pepperoni and fennel.


7326 Santa Monica Blvd., Ste. 10 (inside Phorage WeHo)
West Hollywood
Online: dtownpizzeria.com

Quarter Sheets Pizza Club: Echo Park’s Quarter Sheets Pizza Club knows exactly what they’re doing when it comes to making "Detroit-ish" pan-style pies. What started as a pop-up during the pandemic, is now one of the most sought-after brick-and-mortar pizza shops in town. There are just a few flavors to choose from—our fave is the Red Top with mozzarella, red sauce and Grana. And the desserts…oh man, the desserts are a must as well—Quarter Sheets’ Slab Cake is what dreams are made of.

1305 Portia St.
Echo Park
Online: instagram.com/quartersheets

Where to Find the Best California Style Pizza in Los Angeles

Side Pie: If we can thank the pandemic for anything, it’s sweatpants and that many of LA’s most inventive pizza shops were created during that time. Among them, Side Pie started as a pop-up in the side yard of owner Kevin Hockin’s home in Altadena. Hockin constructed a dome shaped pizza oven in his backyard, finessed his outstanding wood-fired recipes and word quickly spread about his insanely delicious pizza. Today, Side Pie has its own retail space and is still cooking up delish pies like The Bobby Green with kale, mushrooms, mozzarella, lemon oil, onion, parmesan and garlic or The Ramblin’ Peach with peaches, mozzarella, ricotta, basil and honey.

900 E. Altadena Dr.
Altadena
Online: side-pie.com

Where to Find the Best Pittsburgh Style Pizza in Los Angeles

Gorilla Pies: Ever had a Pittsburgh style pizza? Well, Chef of Gorilla Pies, Benjamin Osher, is here to change that. Pittsburgh pies have a puffy crust with a smoky edge, a bit more heft to the bread than their New York counterparts, lotsa mozzarella and a really, really diverse range of toppings. If your fam is feeling adventurous, we say check out The Rabbi with pastrami, Swiss-smoked kraut-chi, red cabbage, Reuben sauce and Caraway seed crust.

12416 Burbank Blvd.
Valley Village
Online: gorillapies.com

The Best Artisanal Pizza in Los Angeles

Pizzeria Bianco: Widely regarded as one of the best pizza makers in America, Chef Chris Bianco, finally brought his highly successful pizza restaurant, Pizzeria Bianco, all the way from Phoenix to LA. What makes his pizza a standout and has earned him countless accolades is his meticulous usage of the highest quality seasonal ingredients possible right down to the salt and pepper, making his own cheese and sausage and cooking everything to absolute perfection in a wood-fired oven. Make sure to check out the Sonny Boy and the Rosa pizzas during dinner service—you will not regret it.

1320 E. 7th St., #100
The Row in DTLA
Online: pizzeriabianco.com

L'Antica Pizzeria da Michele: Skip the cost of airfare to Naples and head over to world-renowned L’Antica Pizzeria da Michele in Hollywood for some of the most scrumptious Neopolitan pizza in town. With a bubbling crust that that’s expertly done and pies like the Bianca with double fior di latte, pecorino and basil, this won’t be your last visit.

1534 N. McCadden Pl.
Hollywood
Online: damicheleusa.com

The Best Vegan Pizza in Los Angeles

Double Zero Venice: Chef Matthew Kenney, known for specializing in plant-based cuisine, is currently making some of the tastiest Vegan pizza in LA. Double Zero Venice is the second location for his New York-based flagship with a goal of bringing a healthy perspective to the world’s most popular food. Notable pizzas include his Truffle Pizza with cashew cream, wild mushrooms, Tuscan kale and lemon vinaigrette, as well as the Pesto Pizza with macadamia ricotta, zucchini, arugula and parmesan.

1700 Lincoln Blvd.
Venice
Online: matthewkenneycuisine.com/double-zero-venice-ca

PS: These noteworthy pizza spots are also worth checking out: Hail Mary in Atwater Village, Brandoni Pepperoni near The Grove and Pizzeria Sei in the Pico-Robertson neighborhood. 

Want to please everyone? Get one of these delicious, DMV-based pizza pies for a kid-friendly dinner!

There’s a reason kid’s parties always serve pizza—it’s easy, cheap, and a universal crowd pleaser. In fact, it’s the second most popular fast food in America and a safe bet to turn to when you want to make sure everyone (and we mean, everyone, you picky eaters!) is happy with their meal. The only hurdle? Narrowing down the choices.

Washington, DC’s pizza scene has exploded over the past five years and offers a myriad of choices. From Detroit-style slices at Side Door Pizza to wood-fired Neapolitan pizza at Pupatella, we rounded up the best local pizza parlors and pizzerias for a family meal in the DMV.

We, The Pizza
You’ll find a huge assortment of pies at these pizza shops—14 to be precise—and all flavors are available by the slice. You’ll also find a huge selection of homemade sodas, including Spicy Ginger Mango Sling and Blood Orange Creamsicle Sky. They also make Italian gelato shakes for those who want their soda to float.

4201 Wilson Blvd.
Arlington, VA

2100 Crystal Dr.
Arlington, VA

1301 U St. NW
U. St. Corridor

305 Pennsylvania Ave. SE
Capitol Hill
Online: wethepizza.com

Related: The BEST Pizza in Every State (& DC)

90 Second Pizza
Kids will enjoy watching their pizza spin to perfection in the 90 second oven at this Georgetown pizza joint. You’ll find chewy, Neapolitan-style pizzas that include your choice of up to three toppings. The wait here is never long; this restaurant lives up to its name and serves up fresh, piping-hot pizzas super fast (and their pies are pretty cheap). It’s a great place to grab a quick meal off M St. when strolling through G-town.

1077 Wisconsin Ave. NW
Georgetown
Online: 90secondpizza.us

All Purpose Shaw & All Purpose Pizzeria 
The folks behind Boundary Stone and The Red Hen are the creators of All-Purpose’s artisanal, Jersey-style pizzas that feature foodie toppings like hot honey and truffle oil. You can grab a pie in Shaw or near National’s Park in the Capitol Riverfront neighborhood. This pizzeria also serves up notable brunch with bottomless mimosas and, for the kids, Nutella-topped banana bread.

9 Potomac Ave. SE
Capitol Riverfront

1250 9th St. NW
Shaw
Online: allpurposedc.com

Timber Pizza
Kids will clamor for the two-person swing seat at this rustic pizzeria’s Petworth location. There is both indoor and outdoor seating, but this popular spot can boast a wait. The upside? There is much to see, do, and check out in the neighborhood. Pop into near-by Loyalty Books while you wait. You can also order a pizza to grab-and-go.

Insider Tip: Follow Timber’s mobile schedule to find out when Timber Pizza is available in your neck of the woods. 

4238 Wilson Blvd.
Arlington, VA

809 Upshur St. NW
Petworth
Online: timberpizza.com

Side Door Pizza
This Detroit-style pizzeria features thick crust and sauce-topped cheese. This pizza is strictly to-go, but there is a small picnic table outside the venue for those that need to immediately dive in.

Insider Tip: If you’re having trouble locating the door, look for the red neon sign. 

909 New Jersey Ave. SE
Navy Yard
Online: sidedoorpizza.com

Pupatella
The individual pizzas at this Neapolitan-style pizzeria are generous enough you can share a pie with a little eater. Fresh toppings with unique offerings, like pine nuts, make these pies foodie stand outs. The original Wilson Blvd. location boasts car benches made from a Fiat 500 and rainbow-themed outdoor dining (with fire pits!).

5104 Wilson Blvd.
Arlington, VA

1621 S Walter Reed Dr.
Arlington, VA

1821 Wiehle Ave.
Reston, VA

2980 District Ave.
Fairfax, VA

1801 18th St. NW
Dupont Circle
Online: pupatella.com

Andy’s Pizza
If you’re craving a slice of pizza from the Big Apple head to Andy’s for some NY-inspired pies. Andy’s is the gold-standard in pizza, taking home the World Pizza Champion title last year. There are five convenient locations scattered across the DMV with all but Shaw offering sit-down dining options.

2016 9th St NW
Shaw

2001 International Dr.
McLean, VA

2465 18th St NW
Adams Morgan

51 M St. NE
NOMA

1201 Half St SE
Navy Yard
Online: eatandyspizza.com

Pizzeria Paradiso
Pizzeria Paradiso operates four restaurants in the DMV, but all eyes are on the Georgetown location if you’re dining with kids. Keep the kids occupied while you wait for your food in the game room located in the  basement bar that features skee ball, shuffleboard, pin ball or an arcade game. If you have kids who like to nibble before their meal, you’ll appreciate the olives served while you wait for your wood-fired pizza.

Insider Tip: Patrons are invited to use the game room even when the bar is closed. 

3282 M St. NW
Georgetown

2003 P St. NW
Dupont Circle

124 King St.
Alexandria VA

4800 Rhode Island Ave.
Hyattsville MD
Online: eatyourpizza.com

Comet Ping Pong
This neighborhood gem truly caters to all needs. Everyone will love the pizza (with vegan and gluten-free options), and Mom and Dad (and adventurous tykes) should save room for the wood-roasted spaghetti squash, cauliflower, and beets. Or the Tin Roof Sundae. Or both—we won’t tell.

Insider Tip: Table tennis is free, but first come, first served so get there early if you plan to play. 

5037 Connecticut Ave. NW
Friendship Heights
Online: cometpingpong.com

Uno Pizzeria & Grill
The Chicago-inspired deep dish pizza at this joint is a crowd pleaser. If you are dining on site, be sure to ask your waiter for some pizza dough for the kiddos to play with—just like Play-Doh, but not quite as eyebrow-raising if they “accidentally” eat some of that abstract dinosaur sculpture. You can even get pizza dough to go!

Insider Tip: Make-Your-Own options at this chain include table side pizza kits and DIY sundaes for kids. 

Various locations in Virginia, Maryland and at Union Station in DC.
Online: unos.com

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Pizzeria Orso 
The same folks behind upscale 2941 operate this casual, Neapolitan-style pizzeria that features wood-fired pies alongside Mediterranean comfort foods like oven-roasted olives and lamb skewers. Inside, kids can ooh and aah as they watch their pizza being fired. There is also an outdoor patio.

400 South Maple Ave.
Falls Church, VA
Online: pizzeriaorso.com

Pete’s New Haven Style Pizza
Pete’s New Haven Style Apizza in Friendship Heights knows how to feed a family. These oversized pizzas are a whopping 18-inches and serve up 12 slices (enough to feed your little army!). Don’t forget to ask for the namesake New Haven white pizza with fresh clams, garlic and EVOO.

4940 Wisconsin Ave. NW
Friedship Heights
Online: petesapizza.com

&Pizza
Get your hunger pangs in check at this conveyor-belt pizza parlor, with locations across the city. The personal-size craft pizzas are made with fresh local ingredients. A popular choice is the Farmer’s Daughter, which combines a spicy tomato sauce, spinach, fennel sausage, fresh mozzarella, Parmigiano-Reggiano… all topped with red pepper chili oil and a cracked egg. Pickier palates can mix and match crust (there’s even a gluten free option), sauce, cheese and toppings.

1400 K St. NW
Downtown

1118 H St. NE
H St. Cooridor

1005 E St. NW
Downtown

Various additional locations in MD & VA
Online: &pizza.com

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Wiseguys Pizza
Get ready to dish up supersized slices when you purchase a pie from Wiseguys. There is only one size here, and it’s a whopping 18′.  You can build your own pizza or choose from unique offerings like Korean chicken or paneer tikka.

300 Massachusetts Ave. NW
Chinatown

2121 H St. NW
Foggy Bottom

1735 North Lynn St.
Rosslyn, VA

710 12th St. South
Arlington, VA

202 M St. SE
Canal Park
Online: wiseguypizza.com

Emmy Squared Pizza
For those that love thick-crust pizza, head to this establishment in Shaw that serves  Detroit-style in square-shapes (fun!). You’ll also find their famous burger, Le Big Matt., topping fresh pretzel rolls. Know someone who needs a square pizza in their life? Emmy Squared ships, too.

1924 8th St. NW
Shaw
Online: emmysquaredpizza.com

 

Stellina Pizzeria
Does it get better than a Michelin-rated pizza? Probably not. Inspired by Italian food carts and corner markets, Stellina restaurants feature a bottega in each store so you can buy their ingredients to make your own pizzas at home, too. If you’re dining at the restaurant, be sure to bring your pup; this place welcomes your entire family, fur babies included.

508 K St. NW
Mt. Vernon

2800 S. Randolph St.
Arlington, VA

399 Morse St. NE
Brentwood/Union Market
Online: stellinapizzeria.com

Valentines Day is so much more fun when you’re celebrating it with your kids. No stress, no fancy clothes and no staying up too late. In Atlanta, there are plenty of places to show your loves that you love them. Keep reading for our favorite places to celebrate Valentines Day as a family, below.

Family Valentines at Halcyon

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Celebrate a family Valentine's Day at Halcyon with brunch or lunch in Market Hall or at one of their restaurants, then head over to Village Green for live pop violin music by Michelle Winters, a meet and greet with Minnie & Mickey, a Furkids puppy kissing booth, Valentine crafts with Board & Brush, Buff City Soap, and more. This event is free and no registration is required. 

Tour Love Stories of Oakland Cemetery

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Learn about the love stories buried in Oakland Cemetery on this historical walking tour of Atlanta's finest final resting place. Feb. 12-14 248 Oakland Ave. SE Grant Park Online: oaklandcemetery.com

Enjoy Fondue at The Melting Pot

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Enjoy a three-course fondue meal to celebrate the Valentine’s holiday with your kids, and be sure to bring a valentine card for a nurse or healthcare professional and you can enjoy endless chocolate fondue. Reservation required.

Feb. 6, 1-4 p.m. Atlanta, Duluth, Kennesaw and Roswell locations

Online: meltingpot.com

See a Family Performance of Atlanta Ballet's Snow White

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In this one-hour ballet version (perfect for kids who may not make it through a full-length production) of Snow White choreographed by Bruce Wells, audiences will enjoy following the young heroine and her prince as they outwit the schemes of the evil queen. Feb. 4-6, multiple performance times 2800 Cobb Galleria Pkwy. Perimeter Online: cobbenergycentre.com  

Bee Mine at The Atlanta History Center

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At this special story time at the Atlanta History Center, you and your toddler will we will learn all about how bumblebees spread pollen and how we can spread love. Come to hear The Very Greedy Bee by Steve Smallman, make a fun valentine and learn the bumblebee dance. Registration encouraged. Feb. 7 at 10 a.m. 130 West Paces Ferry Road NW Buckhead Online: atlantahistorycenter.com  

—Shelley Massey

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Now that we’re spending a lot of time dining at home, it’s fun to try out new delivery and takeout options, especially when the kids can pitch in on the cooking. Lots of our favorite Bay Area restaurants are offering DIY dinner kits of menu favorites and heat-and-eat family meals that will stretch your dollar. Support our local restaurant community and plan your next dinner to-go today!

Boogie Bowl—Palo Alto

These Palo Alto brothers are passionate about cooking. They have their own business providing pizza kits, naan kits and condiments, and we are down for it! They offer delivery within 10 miles of Palo Alto.

Choose from: 

  • Pizza Kit 1: Dough for 4 pizzas, Jar of Garlicky Tangy Tomato pizza sauce | $20
  • Pizza Kit 2: Dough for 4 pizzas, Jar of Garlicky Herby Creamy pizza sauce | $25
  • Naan Bread Kit: Comes with dough, garlic ghee and your choice of za'atar or sumac.
  • They also offer ghee by the jar along with a number of condiments. 

Online: boogiebowl.com/shop

Jessie & Laurent

Jessie & Laurent

Save your sanity and order up some gourmet meals from Jessie & Laurent for your family. This San Rafael-based company has delivered delicious, chef-made meals to the Bay Area for nearly 40 years and parents need their service more than ever now that we are all cooking at home. 

With weekly rotating dishes that include family favorites like Braised Hungarian Beef Stroganoff and Fresh Baked Salmon with Curried Spinach, there's something that will satisfy even the pickiest toddler. Customers are easily able to tailor their selections to fit their dietary restrictions and preferences, with an assortment of family-sized and freezer-friendly options also available. All meals are heat and eat, and they recently added brunch as an option. Don't miss the cookie dough of the week to satisfy your sweet tooth. 

Pro tip: Think ahead and get Jessie & Laurent to deliver this year's Thanksgiving feast

Online: jessieetlaurent.com

Noodles & Company Family Meals—Concord, San Jose & Vacaville

Noodles & Company

When it comes to meals, parents want their families to eat healthy nutritious options, especially for dinner after a long day of work and school. And for days where there just isn’t enough time to meal prep, turn to Noodles & Company’s family meals to do the heavy lifting. Noodles & Company has a handful of family meal options that serve a family of four, and whether you go for the Mack Pack, Italian Classics or Asian Bowls, there’s an option sure to satisfy even the pickiest of the bunch. 

We recently tried out the Asian Bowls and it was more than enough food for our family of five, plus enough leftover for lunches the next day. 

Bay Area locations: Concord, San Jose & Vacaville
Online: noodles.com/familymeals/

Burger Kits from Balboa Cafe—San Francisco

Balboa Cafe

Balboa Cafe’s famous and beloved Balboa Burger, on its signature baguette (now with a baguette from Jane the Bakery) with house made pickles and pickled red onions, is available for take-out and delivery for $25.

Balboa Cafe’s at-home Balboa Burger Kit for two includes:

  • Two eight-ounce vacuum-packed custom burger blend patties, ground in-house in the signature oval shape, ready for customers to grill at-home 
  • House made pickles and pickled red onions served in mason jars
  • Half of a baguette baked by local baker, Jane the Bakery
  • Recipe card includes seasoning, tips and guidance on making fries at home

Online: balboacafesf.com

Paella Kit from Telefèric Barcelona—Palo Alto

Telefèric Barcelona

Telefèric Barcelona, known for its authentic Spanish cuisine and atmosphere, has launched its new online market, El Merkat (and mobile app) full of Spanish market goods to-go—including DIY paella making kits—available for pick up at Teleferic Palo Alto and for delivery within a 10 mile radius.

El Merkat is adjoined to the Teleferic Barcelona Palo Alto restaurant and offers a variety of imported goods from Spain, perfect for creating Spanish feasts at home. Now conveniently online, the new online shop showcases Telefèric’s favorite prepared dishes to-go as well as market items for purchase. For those seeking an interactive experience with the family to spice up dinner, or just cook a Spanish inspired meal at home, Telefèric Barcelona’s paella making kits provide all the necessary tools to make authentic paella. Customize each kit to feed your family’s needs, with options including paella pans in a range of sizes, bomba rice, saffron seasoning and a complete paella kit. Simply add any vegetables or meat that you have in the fridge or freezer for a complete meal.

Online: telefericbarcelona.square.site

Carnitas Meal Kit from Pier 23 Cafe Restaurant & Bar—San Francisco

San Francisco historic favorite Pier 23 Cafe Restaurant & Bar, located on the Embarcadero, now offers delicious, prepared meal kits that are easy to cook at home and enjoy without the hassle of grocery store lines. Choose from meal kit options like crab cakes, Dungeness crab mac n' cheese and fish tacos. We think families will really love the carnitas meal kit that comes with one pound of roasted carnitas to be reheated, a pint of loaded mashed potatoes, a pint of braised greens, one cup pineapple chili glaze, one cheesy bread and for dessert, four fresh oatmeal cookie dough balls. Tip: add a five-serving cocktail jar of prepared margaritas.

Meal kits are available for pre-order before 3 p.m. Wed.-Sun. Wednesday-Sunday.

Online: pier23cafetakeout.square.site

MYO Pizza Kit from Fiorella—San Francisco

If you are craving some Fiorella's Pizza that's hot out of the oven, this kit is for you! You can make your very own Fiorella-style Margherita pies with dough, sauce, three cheeses and condiments (basil, red chili flakes, oregano, chili oil) for two or four pizzas. Your little pizza chefs can get right to work making their masterpieces in the time it takes you to preheat your oven.

Online: fiorella-sf.com

Family Meals from Curry Up Now—SF, San Mateo, Oakland, Palo Alto, San Jose

Curry Up Now

Curry Up Now, the Bay Area's beloved Indian eatery, has just launched three new Family Meals that make feeding the entire family simple, cost-effective and crowd pleasing. The three packages are designed to feed from 4-8 people (for $55, $79, $101, respectively) and each comes with three entrees, turmeric rice, samosas, naan, chutneys, pico kachumber and cookies. Families can choose from Curry Up Now favorites like Butter Chicken, Paneer Tikka Masala and even their best-selling Tikka Masala Burritos!

All five of Curry Up Now's locations in the Bay Area are serving the new Family Meals for takeout, which can be ordered by phone, online, or the Curry Up Now app.

Online: curryupnow.com

Family Meals from Saison Smokehouse—San Francisco

Saison Smokehouse, an all-new to-go barbecue restaurant from Saison Hospitality, is now offering family meals for four ($135) and for two ($72). Meals come with smoked chicken, spice-rubbed pork ribs, pastrami brisket (choice of two proteins for the two-person meal), biscuits with honey, pickles, sauce and sides. End the meal with an embered caramel frosty. 

Guests can order via Tock. Saison Smokehouse is open Tuesday-Saturday from 3-8 p.m. with contactless pick up at Angler (132 The Embarcadero, San Francisco, CA 94105). Follow on Instagram at @SaisonSmokehouse.

Online: saisonsmokehouse.com

Brunch Kit from Lazy Dog Restaurant—Concord, Cupertino, Dublin, Newark

There is nothing better than waking up at home to the smell of bacon coming from the kitchen! This kit from Lazy Dog Restaurant includes everything you need for an awesome breakfast at home. Cook eggs your favorite way, brown up the breakfast potatoes and get ready for the pancakes of your dreams with all the fixin’s! Whether it’s weekend brunch or breakfast for dinner, dreams will come true with this kit.

They also offer a backyard BBQ kit, a pizza night kit and a home essentials kit (chicken breast, eggs, milk, bread, potatoes and more)

Online: lazydogrestaurants.myshopify.com

Little Lao Table from Farmhouse Thai—SF and Oakland

Who wants a party at home?! Order the Little Lao Table for a delicious feast in the comfort of your own home. Choose from the regular menu or vegetarian menu that includes fresh rolls with peanut sauce, samosa, Mieng Kum bite, papaya salad, grilled Snake River Farm wagyu beef flank steak, Hat Yai fried chicken, shrimp fries rice, Pad Thai with fried egg and more. You'll also get two free kids meals and your choice of two Thai ice tea or two Singha beers. 

Online: farmhousethai.com

Pizza Kit from Giovanni's Italian Specialties—San Francisco

Inspired by his customers who are seeking easy meals to make with the whole family, 13-Time World Pizza Champion Tony Gemignani is offering pizza kits from his artisanal retail shop: Giovanni Italian Specialties. The kits include pizza dough, sauce and cheese (for only $7.50), with the option to add Genoa Salami ($12.50)—making for a delicious and easy-to make family activity for those hunkering down at home. They also have a dinner for two option that includes a pound of fresh pasta, sauce and a bottle of wine. Add on some cannoli for the best Italian meal you've had in months. 

Online: giovannispecialties.com

Carnitas Meal Kit from Nopalito—San Francisco

The Broderick Street location of Nopalito is offering ready-to-heat-and-eat meal kits for pick up and delivery. The carnitas kit come with Nopalito's famous carnitas served with Mexican rice, rancho gordo beans, salsa cruda, pickles and six handmade tortillas. They also offer a pozole kit, birria de res kit and a vegetales a la plancha vegetarian kit. 

Online: nopalitosf.com

Noosh Feast—San Francisco

Audrey Ma

Noosh is open for business and offering family-style meals and select Eastern Mediterranean-inspired menu items a la carte, including salads, soups, house-made spreads and desserts. Options include the Noosh Feast ($54), which offers a selection of family-style favorites meant for sharing, like Noosh’s signature chubby pita, a selection of sides and spreads, a choice of grilled chicken and lamb or spiced cauliflower (vegetarian), and chocolate muhullabia pudding for dessert. A la carte items include flavorful spreads and sauces like whipped hummus, smoked yogurt, red pepper muhammara and lemon garlic tahini sauce—the perfect pairings for a side of fresh-baked chubby pita! The restaurant’s house cocktail, the Noosh Mule, is also available to-go along with a selection of wine and beer by the bottle.

For the latest updates on hours, services, and menu offerings, follow Noosh on Instagram and Facebook.

Contactless curbside pickup is available every Wednesday and Friday from 4-7 p.m. Delivery is available via Caviar from 4-7 p.m. Wednesday and Friday

Online: Curbside pickup orders can be placed here. Delivery orders available through Caviar.

Make-Your-Own Sushi Kit from Sushi Confidential—Campbell

Not only can you satisfy your sushi cravings with this hands-on kit from Sushi Confidential, but you can teach the kids a new skill! You'll get all the ingredients you need to make California rolls, spicy tuna rolls and whatever else you can think up. The kit makes up to eight rolls and serves four for $99.

Online: sushiconfidential.com

Crab Feasts and Family Meals—Boudin Bakery

Boudin

Grab a taste of Fisherman's Wharf at home from Boudin Bakery. Boudin has recently debuted its at-home fresh Dungeness Crab Feasts along with new take-out offerings including Sourdough Saturdays and Family Meals.

Diners wanting to indulge in the quintessential San Francisco meal have the opportunity to pre-order the fresh at-home Dungeness Crab Feasts for pick-up at their neighborhood Boudin location. The feast includes: a loaf of Boudin’s world-famous Original San Francisco Sourdough™, classic Caesar salad, pasta marinara, fresh steamed Dungeness Crab served with drawn butter and homemade cocktail sauce and of course, crab bibs. To order Boudin’s fresh at-home Dungeness Crab Feasts, please call 1-877-988-1849 anytime from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mon.-Thurs.  Orders must be placed by 4 p.m. on Thursdays for pick-up on Fridays and Saturdays.  

Boudin has also launched Sourdough Saturdays, gifting diners a free one-pound Original San Francisco Sourdough™ loaf with purchase of a take-out order of $15 or more. Or, try one of Boudin's three new Family Meals for take-out including salad and sandwich, salad and bread bowl soup, or sandwich and bread bowl soup. These can all be ordered online. 

Online: boudinbakery.com

DIY ShackBurger Kit from Shake Shack—Nationwide

If you've got a craving for a Shackburger, get yourself a DIY Shackburger kit delivered to your home, pronto! Shake Shack has teamed up with goldbelly to get this deal to your door. Each kit features ingredients to make eight ShackBurgers (including their custom blend of 100% Angus beef, Martin’s potato rolls, American cheese and their secret ShackSauce).

Online: goldbelly.com/shake-shack

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Gourmet Bento Boxes from ONE65 Bistro—San Francisco

If you have an anniversary or other celebration coming up, consider a gourmet bento box from ONE65. You'll get a four-course meal: appetizer, entree, cheese and dessert with selections like beef cheek wagyu with gratin pommes puree and lobster bisque with espelette cappuccino. Add on a charcuterie board and you will be ready to celebrate!

Online: trycaviar.com

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This school year brings with it a lot of uncertainties. Parents will be juggling trying to manage remote or hubris learning while working from home as well. Frozen pizza is a convenient go-to for a kid-friendly easy lunch, quick dinner or afternoon snack. 

Freezer staples can make preparing a meal easier than ever when the pantry and fridge are looking bare, or you simply need a meal ready in minutes. Oath Pizza Meal Kits offer families the opportunity to to always have delicious, better-for-you pizza on hand.

Oath Pizza

Every Oath Pizza offers the option of a thin crust grilled and seared in avocado oil (vegan), gluten-free crust, or cauliflower crust; fresh, thoughtfully sourced vegetables and fruits; humanely raised proteins without any antibiotics, hormones or growth promotants and dairy free varieties. 

Meal Kit varieties include:

  • Classic Cheese Pizza Meal Kit: Two- or four-pack of classic cheese pizzas (VG), with all three crust options, an optional swap for vegan cheese, and chocolate chunk cookies. This kit retails from $44.00.
  • Bestseller Pizza Meal Kit: Two-pack of fan favorites – one Bella (VG) and one Spicy Mother Clucker, or a four-pack including those two pizzas plus a classic cheese (VG) and a classic pepperoni, all with chocolate chunk cookies. This kit retails from $54.00.
  • Custom Pizza Meal Kit: A two-, four-, or six-pack pizza kit with 10 pizza varieties to choose from, as well as each individual pie’s crust. For dessert, choose the classic chocolate chunk cookies, Honduran Chocolate Brownies (GF) or Chewy Marshmallow Bars (GF). This kit retails from $74.00.

Meal Kits ship nationwide, delivered right to your front door, and are ready in less than 15 minutes.

—Jennifer Swartvagher

All photos courtesy of Oath Pizza

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Father’s Day is this weekend––do you have a gift for the special dad in your life? Never fear, Dunkin’ is here!

The family fave donut shop has whipped up Dunkin-themed IOU coupons and you can download them for free! Head to the Dunkin’ website to snag the perfect coupon for your dad, like a breakfast together, a hug or a coffee break.

You can also give dad a much-needed coffee break by sending an e-gift card with a special design from DunkinCoffeeBreak.com. For every card purchased, Dunkin’ is donating $1 (up to $100,000) to the Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation. This organization aims to health and hunger relief for children in underserved communities.

Donuts and coffee not your dad’s thing? Then you may have better luck at Baskin Robbins, where you can find a Polar Pizza Kit. Each kit comes with everything you need to make the dessert pizza of your dreams.

For $24.99 you’ll get a pre-packed quart (of your choice), one cookie or brownie shell, two dry toppings, two wet toppings, spoons and napkins.

––Karly Wood

All photos: Courtesy of Dunkin’ and Baskin Robbins

 

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Some of our favorite restaurants have put together take and make family meal kits that you can whip into a meal in your own kitchen. They include all the ingredients you’ll need to create your favorite restaurant dishes at home––and you’ll be supporting local restaurants at the same time. Whether you get a brunch, dinner or dessert kit, you’ll be guaranteed a restaurant quality meal that will make you feel like a superhero in the kitchen.

Burger Lounge

Burger Lounge has elevated the basic burger to something extra special. This is one of our favorite go-to spots for take out, and now to make at home. Burger Lounge Box Kit includes: 4 grass-fed burger patties with buns, tomato, onion, pickles, lettuce, organic cheese and their proprietary lounge sauce. They’ll have an optional quinoa burger soon. For the price this is one the best take home meal kits offered at $6 a person!

What: Burger Lounge Box Kit

Serves: 4

Cost: $25.95 

Order: online, call in

How to get it: pick up curbside, delivery

Locations: Kensington, Hillcrest, Little Italy, Gaslamp, Coronado, La Jolla, Del Mar, Carlsbad, Del Sur/4S Ranch, Temecula

Online: burgerlounge.com 

Tajima Restaurants

If you’re missing out on some cultured travel to far off places, pick up a Ramen Family Meal Kit to bring the flavors home. Includes: noodles, tonkotsu broth, pork chashu, ramen egg, bok choy, bean sprouts, green onions, fried garlic, sesame seeds, spices and a side of edamame.

What: Ramen Family Meal Kit

Serves: 4 people

Cost: $43

Order: online, call in

How to get it: walk in, delivery

Locations: Convoy St., Mercury St., Hillcrest, East Village, North Park, College Heights, Tijuana

Online: tajimasandiego.com

 

Tahona Bar

Bring Taco Tuesdays home with a DIY Taco or Quesadilla Kit! Includes: choice of barbacoa, chicken tinga or sautéed mushrooms; plus tortillas, black beans, barley, chips, guacamole and flan de la casa!

What: DIY Taco or Quesadilla Kit

Serves: 2-4

Cost: $30 for 2 servings, $50 for 4 servings

Order: online, call in

How to get it: pick up, delivery

2414 San Diego Ave.

Old Town

619-255-2090

Online: tahonabardelivery.com

 

North Italia

Go ahead, take the family to Italy…from your kitchen! Pick up one of these fresh pasta meal kits from favorite restaurant North Italia and you’ll be transported to another place. The Family Kit includes: choice of fresh pasta (tagliatelle, bucatini, rigatoni or strozzapreti), choice of pasta sauce (bolognese, marinara, garlic parmesan cream or basil pesto), large caesar salad and parmesan garlic bread. Add on a sweet treat with their salted caramel budino, lemon curd bambolini or my favorite dessert of all time their hazelnut torta!

What: Fresh Pasta Meal Kit

Serves: 4-5

Cost: $65

Deal: take $10 off of $40 orders when you order via DoorDash, use code “NORTH10”

Deal: get a free $10 gift card when you buy one online for $50

Order: online, call in

How to get it: pick up curbside, delivery

7055 Friars Rd.
Fashion Valley Mall
619-343-2301

3715 Caminito Ct.
One Paseo in Del Mar
858-252-7720

Online: northitalia.com

 

URBN Coal Fired Pizza

This is personally one of my family’s favorite pizza spots and we get cravings for their polpetta meatball pizza all the time. Looks like we’ll be making a stop here for one of their DIY Pizza Packs! Includes: small dough ball, sauce, cheese, pepperoni.

What: Pizza Kit

Serves: 3-6

Cost: $11 for cheese, $13 for pepperoni, $3 extra for gluten free crust

Order: call in

How to get it: pick up, delivery

3085 University Ave.
North Park
619-255-7300
Online: urbnnorthpark.com

 

Lazy Dog Restaurant

Treat your family to brunch in your kitchen! Get the Brunch Kit from the Lazy Dog Restaurant and you’ll have everything you need to start your day off right. Includes: 1 lb. bacon, 15 eggs, breakfast potatoes, pancake mix, fresh bananas, Nutella, whipped cream, syrup, coffee and fresh OJ. Don’t forget to add on some DIY Bellinis or Mimosas!

If you prefer something for lunch or dinner, they've got you covered there too with a pizza kit or a backyard bbq kit. The Pizza Kit includes: 2 balls of pizza dough, marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, DIY Caesar salad kit, and fresh baked white chocolate chip brownies. The Backyard BBQ Kit includes: 2 flat iron steaks, 8 hot dogs + buns, DIY coleslaw and potatoes, plus all of the fixins to put on top like shredded cheese, relish, onions, tomatoes, jalepenos, even ketchup and housemade mustard

What: Brunch Kit, Brunch Cocktails Kit, Pizza Kit, Backyard BBQ Kit

Serves: 4-8

Cost: Brunch Kit $45; Brunch Cocktails $20 incl 1 bottle sparkling wine + juice; Pizza Kit $35; Backyard BBQ Kit $60

Deal: Free Brownies with any pantry kit or family meal, limited time offer

Deal: Free delivery over $25

Order: online, call in

How to get it: pick up curbside, delivery

1202 Camino Del Rio N
Mission Valley
619-481-6191

40754 Winchester Rd.
Temecula
951-719-1884

Online: lazydogrestaurants.com

 

RED O Restaurant

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at home with these Family Fiesta Packs! Includes: choice of tacos, fajitas or enchiladas with either vegan, chicken, carnitas, short rib, shrimp or salmon. Side dishes are included, as well as dessert and even a roll of toilet paper. Quench your thirst with their Bloody Mary kit or the Michelada kit that you can take and make at home.

What: Tacos, Fajitas or Enchiladas Kits

Serves: 4

Cost: $55

Order: call in

How to get it: pick up curbside

4340 La Jolla Village Dr.
La Jolla
858-291-8360
Online: redorestaurant.com

 

Nutmeg Bakery & Cafe

Get outside and grill up some burgers in the backyard with the Family Burger Box Kit. Includes: choice of burgers made from either brisket, chuck or short rib patties; Ciabatta buns, organic onions, lettuce, Heirloom tomatoes, thick cut bacon, smoked gouda cheese, chipotle aioli ingredients, Brussels sprouts and glaze. They also have a Family Brunch Box if you want to feast in the morning with gluten free options and an add-on DIY mimosa kit.

What: Family Burger Box, Family Brunch Box

Serves: 4, 6 or 8

Cost: Burger Boxes: $54 for 4, $78 for 6, $90 for 8; Brunch Box $45

Order: online, call in

How to get it: pick up, delivery

12640 Sabre Springs Pkwy
Sabre Springs
858-486-8863

10755 Scripps Poway Pkwy
Scripps Ranch
858-397-2922

Online: nutmegsd.com

 

California Pizza Kitchen

Bring the family in the kitchen to help make these easy Spring Meal Kits for dinner. Includes: choice of pan-roasted chicken, salmon or ribeye with artichoke dip, sourdough bread, Caesar salad kit and roasted fingerling potatoes. Included dessert tops off these Spring Meal kits with a Butter Cake and vanilla Haagen-Dazs ice cream. They also have Taco Meal Kits, Lettuce Wrap Kits and of course a Kids Build Your Own Pizza Kit. You can add-on the butter cake separately to these if you’d like. 

What: Spring Meal Kits, Taco Kit, Lettuce Wrap Kit, Kids Pizza Kit

Serves: 4

Cost: Spring Meals: chicken meal $40 for 2 or $70 for 4, salmon meal $45 for 2 or $80 for 4, ribeye meal $65 for 2 or $120 for 4. Taco Kit $15, Lettuce Wrap Kit $12, Kids Pizza Kit $5

Order: online, call in

How to get it: pick up, delivery

Locations: Fashion Valley Mall, Otay Ranch, La Jolla, Solana Beach, Carmel Mountain, Temecula (Escondido location is temporarily closed)

Online: cpk.com 

 

Tocaya Organica

“Eat Better” at home with natural ingredients, fresh fish and clean meats with lots of vegan options for everyone alike! Choose one of their Meal Prep Kits like Fajitas, Taco Bar, Street Corn en Fuego, or the Keto Bowl packs. They include a variety of protein options (achiote chicken, chicken tinga, beef chorizo, chicken d’arbol, carne aside, vegan chick’n, arbol tofu), cauliflower rice or cilantro lime rice, sautéed peppers, cabage, olives, sliced avocados, cheese, black beans, cilantro lime rice, chips & salsa

What: Tacos, Fajitas or Street Corn Kits, Keto Bowl Pack

Serves: 4-6

Cost: $40 for Fajita or Street Corn pack, $50 for Keto Bowl pack or $65 for Taco Bar Meal Kit

Deal: get $5 off if you order from their app

Deal: order with Postmates for a free side of guacamole with order of $20, use code “GUACISGREAT"

Order: online, call in, app

How to get it: pick up, delivery

4301 La Jolla Village Dr.
La Jolla
858-333-7920
Online: tocayaorganica.com

 

Giardino Neighborhood Cucina

Let the kids try their skill at tossing some dough the next time you have pizza night! Grab a Pizza Party Box Kit that includes fresh pizza dough, house marinara, mozzarella & parmesan cheeses, pepperoni, 3 mini cannolis and a bottle of house wine.

What: Pizza Party Box

Serves: 4-6

Cost: $30 for pick up, $35 for delivery, add an extra pizza kit for $10

Order: online, call in

How to get it: pick up, delivery

8131 Broadway
Lemon Grove
619-825-7112
Online: giardinosd.com

 

Morton's Steakhouse

For those who savor a good piece of filet mignon, here are some Family Meal Packs from internationally acclaimed Morton’s Steakhouse. The Home Cooking Burger Pack includes: 4, 10oz prime beef patties, brioche buns, lettuce, onion, pickles, tomato, potato chips. The other Family Meal Packs include choice of meat (filet mignon, New York strip, double cut pork chops, prime ribeye) with all of these sides included: grilled asparagus, smoked gouda and bacon au gratin potatoes and creamed spinach. You can also choose from seafood options (lobster tails, shrimp boil or crab cakes) and prepared sauces, butters and pasta.

What: Burger Pack, Family Meal Packs

Serves: 4-6

Cost: $40, $60, $100 & $130 price points

Order: online, call in

How to get it: pick up, delivery

285 J St.
Downtown Gaslamp
619-696-3369
Online: mortons.com

 

Ranch 45

Upgrade your Taco Tuesday with these Fish Taco Boxes! Includes: frozen mahi mahi, frozen sword fish cubes, frozen salmon, gluten free tortillas and their anti-inflammatory Healthy hot sauce. It’s a little pricey but keep in mind that this box makes 3 meals and each meal serves 4-6 people. You could go in on this one with your neighbors and drop off their portion on their door step or save the rest for later in the week.

What: Upgraded Fish Taco Boxes

Serves: makes 3 meals, each meal serves 4-6 people

Cost: $125

Order: online, call in

How to get it: pick up curbside, delivery

512 Via De La Valle
Solana Beach
858-461-0092
Online: ranch45.com

 

Solare Ristorante

Top off your dinner with an elegant at home treat! Yes you can make Tiramisu at home just like Chef Filippo, he’ll even show you how to make it step by step (see Instagram stories or YouTube for his demonstration from last week). This Tiramisu Kit has everything you need to feel like you belong on the cooking channel. This would be a super fun activity to get the kids involved in the kitchen to help create a family masterpiece you all won't soon forget!

What: Tiramisu Dessert Kit

Serves: 8

Cost: $28

Order: call in

How to get it: pick up

2820 Roosevelt Rd.
Liberty Station in Pt. Loma
619-270-9670
Online: solarelounge.com

 

Note: Every effort was made for the information in this story to be current, however restaurants and businesses may change their offerings based on availability.

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If you want to avoid going inside the grocery stores right now, or you can’t get a scheduled grocery delivery date until next week, there are plenty of other ways to fill up your fridge, faster. Local restaurants, chocolate shops and even flower stands will stock you up with fresh produce, bread, butter, eggs, milk and more. Most of these locations even have your groceries available the same day when you place your order for either curbside pick-up or local delivery. Bonus: many of these locales are still operating restaurants, so treat your fam to lunch or dinner from their takeout menu to support small businesses while gathering your kitchen essentials. Read on for where to stock up!

Lazy Dog

Known for their cozy rustic vibe and dog-friendly patio, you can now pick up essentials from the Lazy Dog Pantry. They started out with their Home Essentials box for $40; which includes 3 lbs raw chicken, 15 eggs, 1 gal milk, 1 loaf bread, butter, rice, vegetables and even toilet paper. Now they offer Meal Kit Boxes too like a Pizza Night Kit for $35 with 2 balls of homemade pizza dough, marinara sauce, all the pizza toppings, caesar salad mix and brownies. There’s a Backyard BBQ Kit for $60; which includes 2 flat iron steaks, 8 hot dogs, coleslaw mix, and all the fixings. And a Brunch Kit for $45 with pancake mix, whipped cream, Nutella, fresh bananas, syrup, 15 eggs, 1 lb bacon, breakfast potatoes, coffee and fresh OJ. Their food menu is available as well as a bowl of chicken or beef dog food for your pooch. They have a large selection of beer and wine available.

How to order & pay: online
How to get it: scheduled pick up only
*delivery is only available from their menu, not their market
When: same day available

1202 Camino Del rio N
Mission Valley
619-481-6191

Instagram: @lazydogrestaurants
Online: lazydogrestaurants.com

Bayside Landing

This craft-beer restaurant in Pacific Beach is the newest business to turn into a neighborhood grocer. They have the essentials like bacon, eggs, produce, grains, toilet paper and more.

How to order & pay: call or use delivery apps
How to get it: pick up or use any of the delivery apps
When: same day available

3780 Ingraham St.
Pacific Beach
858-270-9200

Instagram: @baysidelanding 

California Pizza Kitchen

Yes pizza is in their name and it’s their specialty, but to help you enjoy their delicious food in your own kitchen you can shop from their new Pop-Up CPK Market. In addition to their regular pizza or take and bake pizzas, you can order meal kits to cook at home or essential pantry items. Their meal kits are a choice of pan roasted chicken, salmon or grilled ribeye for either 2 or 4 servings that come with salad, sides and dessert. Other options include a charcuterie board, fruit & veggie boxes, pizza kit, lettuce wrap kit, taco kit or individual staples like 1 gallon of milk, 1/2 galling of apple juice, a dozen eggs, sugar, flour, bread, pasta, sauce, and even a selection of thawed meats and frozen seafood. They have a large selection of beer and wine available.

How to order & pay: online or app
How to get it: scheduled pick up or curbside
*delivery is only available from their menu, not their market
When: same day available

7007 Friars Rd.
Fashion Valley Mall
619-298-4078

3363 Nobel Dr.
La Jolla
858-457-4222

11602 Carmel Mountain Rd.
Carmel Mountain
858-675-4424

437 S. Hwy 101
Solana Beach
858-793-0999

2015 Birch Rd.
Otay Ranch Town Center
619-591-4630

Instagram: @cpk
Online: cpk.com

Burger Lounge

Known for their original grass-fed burgers and organic ingredients, Burger Lounge has started selling individual grocery items from their Essentials Corner Store that you can add on to your take out order. Items are sold individually a la carte and include essentials such as milk & almond milk, whole & liquid eggs, bread, buns, cheese blocks, yellowfin tuna steak, butter, tortillas, vegetables from their menu items, the only fruit options are oranges and apples. You can also buy bottles of their sauces and condiments as well as their delicious lavender mint lemonade or their hibiscus lemonade and even beer or wine.

How to order & pay: online or app
How to get it: scheduled curbside
*delivery is only available from their menu, not their grocery goods
When: same day available

Various locations: Kensington, Hillcrest, Little Italy, Gaslamp Downtown, Coronado, Ja Jolla, Del Mar, Del Sur, Carlsbad

Instagram: @burgerlounge
Online: burgerlounge.com

Moniker General

This hip coffee & home goods shop in Liberty Station has switched gears to provide grocery goods from their general store. Order online and pick them up the next day at the curb. Call when you arrive and they’ll bring it all out to your car. They have fresh fruits and vegetables, breads (gluten free options), milk and non-dairy milks, dry goods, beer, wine, personal care needs, home goods and that does include toilet paper. They have beer, wine and an Irish mule kit available.

How to order & pay: online
How to get it: scheduled curbside
When: next day available, call to see if same day is available

2860 Sims Rd.
Liberty Station in Pt. Loma
619-255-8772

Instagram: @monikergeneral
Online: monikergeneral.com

Eclipse Chocolate

Pick up some decadent chocolate while you do some grocery shopping at this Chocolate Bar & Bistro in South Park turned makeshift grocer. They sell the essential fruits, vegetables, milk, eggs, bread/bagels, dry goods, sugar, pasta, garlic, cheese and toilet paper. Some items they sell that most other pop-up grocers don’t is yeast (active dry and fresh), yogurt, raw meats like bacon, ground beef and steak, exotic cooking oils and even fresh made bloody Mary mix, lemonade mix and a concentrated vanilla bean cold brew. They have a large selection of bottled wines available.

How to order & pay: online or walk in
How to get it: scheduled pick up
When: usually same or next day available

2145 Fern St.
South Park
619-578-2984

Instagram: @eclipsechocolate
Online: eclipsechocolate.com

Nutmeg Bakery & Cafe

This artisan scratch bakery & cafe features sustainable, organic foods and treats. Now they're featuring essential grocery and pantry items too. You can order fruits, vegetables, eggs, butter, coffee, milk/non-dairy, cheese, flour, sugars and pasta. They have few other items that are hard to find elsewhere like yeast and a good selection of meats like nitrate free ham, roasted turkey, bacon and salami. Limited beer and wine are available.

How to order & pay: online or call in
How to get it: scheduled curbside pick up or delivery
When: same day available

12640 Sabre Springs Pkwy.
Sabre Springs
858-486-8863

10755 Scripps Poway Pkwy.
Scripps Ranch
858-397-2922

Instagram: @nutmegbakery
Online: nutmegsd.com

Bay Park Flowers

This sweet owner recently bought this flower stand a couple months ago after leaving her banking job. She quickly changed gears to keep her business running and offer what people need access to right now: fresh food. She offers a good variety of fruits and vegetables and even sells eggs. There are a few parking spots you can park in and walk over to choose your items or you can drive-thru and roll your window down where she’ll take your order. She’ll go collect your items and put them in the back of your car for you. Your grocery shopping experience doesn’t get much easier or nicer than her. Oh, and pick up a beautiful bouquet of flowers to brighten up your home while you’re there.

How to order & pay: in person walk-up or drive-up
How to get it: in person
When: same day available

2555 Morena Blvd. (at Ingulf St.)
Bay Park
619-277-2940

Instagram: @bayparkflowers
Online: bayparkflowers.com

Dan Diego's

An Irish family pub atmosphere in Bay Park is offering large family meals to go as well as essential grocery items like bread, milk, eggs, produce and meats. Grocery items are only available Thursday - Monday.

How to order & pay: online or call in
How to get it: in person
When: Thursday - Monday

2415 Morena Blvd.
Bay Park
619-276-2100

Instagram: @dandiegos
Online: dandiegos.com

Pushkin Russian Restaurant

This downtown Russian restaurant is now offering through ASAP Produce same day grocery delivery to San Diego County and surrounding counties. You can order meats, seafood, milk/nondairy, eggs, bread, fruit, vegetables, grains, pasta, pickled items, drinks and even desserts.

How to order & pay: online
How to get it: scheduled pick up or delivery
When: same day if ordered before 6:30 p.m.

750 6th Ave.
Downtown Gaslamp
619-496-1908

Instagram: @pushkinrestaurant
Online: pushkinrestaurantsd.com

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Zinque

This downtown French inspired restaurant is offering large family meals like lasagna and quiche Lorraine, but you can also buy essential groceries too. These are limited to eggs, blueberries, apples, lettuce, avocado, tomatoes, salami, pasta, prosciutto, pate and gourmet cheese.

How to order & pay: online
How to get it: scheduled pick up
When: same day available

2101 Kettner Blvd.
Downtown Little Italy
619-915-6172

Instagram: @zinque
Online: lezinque.com

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Kettner Exchange

You can order a preset gourmet Market Box from Kettner Exchange once a week if your order by Wednesday. The full box price is $225 or half a box is $115. Here are some of the items it comes with: 4 Scottish salmon filets, 4 Hanger steaks, 4 chicken breast, eggs, almond milk, butter, vegetables, lemon butter sauce, chipotle aioli, french bread, apples, bananas and creme fraiche panna cotta. This is the only food box that also comes with our local 4 assorted Devil’s Dozen Donuts!

How to order & pay: online
How to get it: scheduled pick up or delivery
When: if you order by 8 p.m. on Wednesday, it will be ready for pick up or delivery on Thursday

2001 Kettner Blvd.
Downtown Little Italy
619-255-2001

Instagram: @kettnerexchange
Online: kettnerexchange.com

Isabel's Cantina

This is a Mexican/Asian restaurant in Pacific Beach and they’re offering limited essential items on Thursdays only if you order by Sunday afternoon. They’re offering a $30 pantry box that you can pick up for a contactless curbside pickup. In the box you’ll find 1 gallon milk, 15 eggs, cheese, choice of meat (chicken, soy chorizo or bacon), 2 lbs rice, black beans, potatoes, broccoli, carrots, onions and garlic.

How to order & pay: online or call in
How to get it: scheduled pick up or delivery
*deliveries only to Pacific Beach, Mission Beach or La Jolla
When: order by 2 p.m. Sunday ready for Thursday pick up or delivery

966 Felspar St.
Pacific Beach
858-272-8400

Facebook: Isabel's Pacific Beach
Online: isabelssd.com

El Pescador Fish Market

El Pescador has been serving high quality locally sourced fish for over 40 years and is a San Diego landmark loved by many locals. Check out their fun Instagram to get a dose of their contagious happy go lucky spirit. You’d be delighted to get a delivery from their team if you order from their seafood counter or their new grocery market. They are getting daily deliveries of fresh fish and fresh vegetables, local breads, eggs and of course toilet paper. One thing they have that others don’t: Bobboi Gelato in many flavors. Beer and wine are available as well.

How to order & pay: phone in orders
How to get it: scheduled curbside pick up or delivery within 2.5 miles
When: same day available

634 Pearl St.
La Jolla
858-456-2526

Instagram: @elpescadorfishmarket
Online: elpescadorfishmarket.com

RED O Taste of Mexico

Classically elevated Mexican dishes are made using sustainable ingredients at this UTC restaurant. Order a family fiesta pack of tacos, enchiladas, or fajitas that feeds a family of 4 and add on some essential grocery items if you need them. You can purchase these essentials as a grocery pack (fruit, vegetable or dairy packs are $25; butcher pack is $250 for 13 portions of meats like flat iron steak, ribeye, salmon and others); or you can buy these essentials individually.

How to order & pay: phone in orders
How to get it: scheduled curbside pick up
When: same day available

4340 La Jolla Village Dr.
La Jolla
858-291-8360

Instagram: @redorestaurant
Online: redorestaurant.com

Ranch 45

Known for their hearty weekend breakfasts and lunches they also have an onsite butcher shop where you can buy meats raised humanely without hormones or antibiotics. Purchase meats separately or as part of their big game party pack and you can also order from their new essential grocery provisions market. You can find frozen seafood, vegetables, fruits, eggs, milk, butter, sugar and flour.

How to order & pay: online or call in
How to get it: scheduled pick up or delivery
When: same day available

512 Via De La Valle
Solana Beach
858-461-0092

Instagram: @ranch.45
Online: ranch45.com

Neat Underground

Working as a pop-up restaurant inside Red House Kitchen, they’re offering essentials as an add-on only to orders placed from their food menu. Order some Jambalaya or baked ziti and add on a bag of fresh fruit or vegetables for $20 each, some bread, milk or even a charcuterie board. Check their social media for updates.

How to order & pay: call in
How to get it: scheduled pick up or delivery
*please reserve deliveries for seniors or those at risk
When: they’re only open Thursday - Sunday with deliveries between 4:30-5:30 p.m. and curbside pick up between 5:30-8:30 p.m.

775A 13th St.
Imperial Beach
619-884-8096

Instagram: @neatunderground
Online: neatunderground.com

Little Frenchie

A Coronado French neighborhood cafe serving Provencal classics is now offering grocery essentials like eggs, milk, flour, steaks and charcuterie boards.

How to order & pay: call in
How to get it: scheduled pick up or delivery
When: same or next day

1166 Orange Ave.
Coronado
619-675-0041

Instagram: @littlefrenchiesd
Online: bluebridgehospitality.com/little-frenchie

Subway

Subway Grocery is a beta program for 100 Southern California Subway restaurants that are trying out selling their individual deli items. It has started in Orange County recently and it may expand further into other franchises, so be on the lookout at your nearest Subway or ask them if they’re going to participate.

Instagram: @subway
Online: subway.com

Tender Greens

Fresh made homestyle comfort foods are what they do best, so it’s no surprise their new food box offerings comfort you with all the essentials you need right now. Choose from one of 7 large produce or home essentials boxes like a fruit box for $30, a veggie box for $25, a lettuce box for $20, a fruit/veggie box for $30, a pantry box for $40 (bread, pasta, onion, garlic, cheese, tomato sauce, salami and a bottle of wine), an indoor picnic box for $65 (includes 3 bottles of wine, grapes, crackers, salami, cheese, baguette, preserves), and even a morning box for $40 (eggs, milk, flour, sugars, butter, chocolate chips, baking soda and coffee). Or you can choose some of these items a la carte like eggs, milk, butter, flour, raw or pre-grilled chicken, bread, soups or mashed potatoes.

How to order & pay: online or app

How to get it: scheduled pick up or delivery within 6 miles *delivery is available for all of their grocery goods *free delivery for orders over $70 and reduced delivery fees at $30 & $50 when you order online

When: same day available

1640 Camino del Rio N
Mission Valley Mall
619-894-8916

2400 Historic Decatur Rd. Liberty Station
Pt. Loma
619-226-6254

110 W Broadway
Downtown
619-795-2353

Instagram: @tendergreens

Online: tendergreens.com

––Bonnie Taylor

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Right now, our social media feed is filled with engaging and inspiring online content; we love watching Laurie Berkner live in her living room, virtually touring the National Gallery of Art and taking free ballet lessons online. But it’s nice to squeeze in some hands-on activities into the daily lesson plan, too. Running out of pipe cleaners and scrap paper to fill the void? These DC businesses are offering kits so you can craft, cook and be curious about learning right in your own home. You can grab these curbside or order a box for delivery. Scroll on for our favorite DIY kits for little makers in Washington, DC.

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Make-At-Home Pizza Kits
You can’t lug Stellina Pizzeria’s brick oven home for baking, but you can grab a pizza kit to-go. Dough, sauce, cheese and toppings are included for curbside pick up or delivery. Make dinner time an art competition: have fun making individual pies into masterpieces. Before you eat be sure to judge who has the most artful toppings. Buon appetito!

Cost: $15
399 Morse St. NE
Washington, DC 20002
202.851.3995
Online: stellinapizzeria.com

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Be a Sparkling Detective
Studying rocks is fun. Inspecting gemstones is even better! The Gemology Detective Kit from Hunt Country Jewelers features everything you need to identify gems, including an authentic jeweler’s loupe, gem tweezers, workbooks and, of course, gems! Still looking for some guidance? The Purcellville jewelry shop will soon be streaming how-to videos to help with the process. Kits can be ordered online.

Cost: $20
105 E. Main Street
Purcellville, VA 20132
540.338.8050
Online: huntcountry.com/kids-gemology-detective

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Sew Much Fun
Three Little Birds, a sewing company in Hyattsville, is offering local delivery, curbside pick up and shipments of a wide variety of their fabrics and maker kits. Make a quilt fit for a dollhouse; teeny tiny 6 inch quilting kits are perfect for tucking in your child’s favorite miniature doll after completion. There are also cross stitch, felting, embroidery and knitting kits. Or order some fabric for your own personal project.

Cost: Starting at $13
5132 Baltimore Ave, Studio B
Hyattsville, MD 20781
Online: threelittlebirdssewingco.com

 

 photo: Kathy M. via Yelp

Kil’n It with Pottery Crafts
Skip the kiln with these ready-to-ship pottery pieces from Big Dog Pots. Customize your piece with five pick-your-own paint colors (included in each order) for a personalized piece. These paints don’t need to be fired, so once your paint dries, your piece is ready to be displayed. If you want that post-kiln, shiny finish, simply spray with Krylon’s high gloss sealer.

Cost: Starting at $12.50
8287 East Main Street
Marshall, Virginia 20115
540-364-2834
Online: bigdogpots.net/pottery–canvas-to-go-kits

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Dig for Gold
We’re not sure there is any gold in these here parts, but there are rocks, gems and arrowheads to dig for. Great Country Farms (GCF) has filled each of these to-go bags with special surprises hidden in dirt. Grab your beach sifter and a kiddie pool and get ready to pan like a gold miner. Or sprinkle one of these kits over a special area for an authentic dig. When you place your order (only available for curbside pick up), be sure to add GCF’s famous donuts to go. You can also add fresh farm eggs, spinach, kale and pre-filled Easter eggs to your order.

18780 Foggy Bottom Rd.
Bluemont, VA 20135
(540) 554-2073
Online: greatcountryfarms.com

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That’s a Wrap
Roll your way to sweet and gooey goodness with take-and-bake French cooking kits from Petite LouLou Crêperie & Café. Just in time for Easter, they are also offering their famous Cadbury filled croissants for home baking complete with an online tutorial. Kids can also whip up homemade Nutella from scratch with the guidance of a Zoom how-to class. We can’t think of a sweeter way to spend a lazy afternoon. You can pick up your kit at Union Market or drive to their flagship store in Purcellville.

Cost: Starting at $15
Union Market
1309 5th St. NE
Washington, DC 20002

713 E Main St.
Purcellville, VA 20132
(540) 441-3135
Online:

—Meghan Yudes Meyers

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