Open Table News

We are excited to announce the Grand Opening of our new Annex space, happening on the morning of Friday, January 24, 2025! Join us for a brief program to recognize and thank the many individuals and groups who made this important expansion possible. Guests will have the opportunity to tour…

Mashed Squash Grilled Cheese Sandwiches Turkey isn’t the only thing that might be left over after Thanksgiving! If you have roasted squash to spare, take a cue from Open Table’s Business Manager, Aiko Pinkoski, and elevate your next-day lunch with a gourmet twist—add it to a grilled cheese sandwich. The…

Mashed Potato Pucks Transform your leftover mashed potatoes into something special! Open Table Program Manager Jill Tsakiris makes delicious Mashed Potato Pucks using regular or sweet potatoes. Bonus: this recipe works just as well with leftover stuffing!  

Cranberry Sauce Breakfast Ideas Did you end up with too much cranberry sauce this Thanksgiving, or did every guest bring their own version? If you have leftovers, why not use them to add a sweet-tart twist to your breakfast? Open Table staff members Alannah Gustafson and Jill Tsakiris have some…

Turkey Tetrazinni This year, Open Table Chef Jed Hackney roasted dozens of turkeys to prepare delicious Thanksgiving meals for our clients. While we’re sure those turkey dinners will be eagerly enjoyed, Chef Jed has mastered the art of turning leftovers into creative next-day dishes. Here’s his recipe for a beloved…

Turkey Chilaquiles Open Table Program Manager Jill Tsakiris shares this quick and easy recipe for a delicious appetizer or snack to make with leftover Thanksgiving Turkey.  

Thank you to the Nashawtuc Country Club for having their annual Turkey Shoot proceeds benefit Open Table. Thank you to Brian Smith, Head Golf Professional, for organizing and to all the members who participated. This event will help us spread More Love, Less Hunger this holiday season!  

This year Open Table has seen a 30% increase in demand for our services. We need your help to meet this growing need. Thanks to an exciting early Giving Tuesday match from Cambridge Savings Bank, your donation will go twice as far — up to $7,500 — for Giving FOOD Day!…