The Steaks Are High & the SEA-son's Bright: Explore Carmela's 2026 Holiday Guides

From premium cuts to the season's best catch, discover everything you need to make holiday menus unforgettable.

The holidays are all about gathering, celebrating, and serving something extraordinary. Whether you're planning a festive restaurant menu, stocking your specialty market, or preparing for a season of entertaining, Carmela Foods is here to help you bring the best to the table.

Our 2026 Holiday Meat & Seafood Guides have officially arrived, featuring an exceptional collection of premium proteins, trusted brands, and seasonal specialties selected to make holiday planning easier and every celebration more delicious.

 

Explore thoughtfully sourced ingredients, chef-preferred brands, and premium proteins that bring festive flair to every plate. Whether you’re crafting a classic Feast of the Seven Fishes or elevating your steakhouse centerpiece, Carmela is your destination for exceptional centerplate options.


'Tis the Season to Raise the Steaks

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When it comes to holiday dining, the centerpiece deserves the spotlight. Carmela's 2026 Holiday Meat Guide, featuring our signature Port to Pasture portfolio, brings together premium cuts and specialty proteins designed to impress.

From beautifully marbled American Wagyu and perfectly portioned filets to traditional standing rib roasts, our selection delivers exceptional quality for holiday menus of every style.

  • Snake River Farms: American Wagyu celebrated for rich marbling, buttery tenderness, and exceptional flavor.

  • DemKota Ranch Beef and Double R Ranch: Premium beef selections, including ribeyes, tenderloins, and striploins.

  • Campo Grande: Authentic Spanish Ibérico pork, offering distinctive cuts and rich flavor.

  • Berkwood Farms: Heritage Duroc pork, raised with an emphasis on quality and responsible farming.

  • Dearborn Brand: Holiday favorites, including spiral-sliced hams and traditional old-fashioned hams.

  • Fossil Farms and Marcho Farms: Specialty proteins ranging from bison, elk, and wild boar to premium lamb and veal.


The SEA-son's Best Catch

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Seafood takes center stage during the holidays, and Carmela's 2026 Holiday Seafood Guide is making waves with an incredible variety of festive favorites.

From indulgent lobster tails and king crab to smoked salmon, shrimp, caviar, and gourmet seafood appetizers, this collection makes it easy to elevate holiday menus, seafood counters, and entertaining spreads.

  • Greenhead and Cozy Harbor: Premium lobster tails, claw and knuckle meat, and convenient retail-ready selections.
  • Caviar Russe: Refined caviar varieties perfect for elegant appetizers and upscale holiday entertaining.
  • Portomar and Sea Tales: Specialty tinned seafood, including mussels, sardines, octopus, and traditional Spanish tapas.
  • Massey Fish Company: Great Lakes-inspired smoked fish pâtés, ideal for holiday appetizers and specialty retail offerings.
  • Pacific Treasure, Arista, and Texas Bay: Versatile shrimp selections for everything from classic shrimp cocktails to seafood entrées.
  • True North Seafood: Premium smoked salmon offerings for holiday brunches, boards, and entertaining.
  • Supreme Choice: Convenient shrimp rings, crab rangoon, and lobster rangoon that make holiday hosting effortless.

Your Holiday Menu Starts Here

Carmela Foods is where restaurant chefs and specialty buyers find premium, well-sourced meats and seafood that elevate every dining experience. Our brands are trusted for their integrity, consistency, and unmatched taste — because holiday menus deserve nothing less.

View Carmela Foods Meat & Seafood holiday pricing and availability.