Gather at The Crescent

December 25th 

Make this Christmas Day truly unforgettable at Emilia’s, where festive elegance and warm hospitality create the perfect setting for your holiday celebration. Enjoy a beautifully curated Christmas buffet featuring chef-crafted dishes, decadent seasonal favorites, and offerings inspired by the spirit of the season, from gingerbread pancakes and classic French toast to a Prime Rib carving station, Leg of Lamb with mint jelly, and Turkey Breast with rich gravy.

Guests will delight in an array of seasonal sides including mac & cheese, creamed spinach, sautéed mushrooms, honey-roasted carrots and parsnips, and Parker House rolls, along with a Harvest Salad Station, a Cheese & Charcuterie Display, and a Shrimp Cocktail & Oyster Bar. Finish your holiday feast with an assortment of mini seasonal desserts, crafted to bring a sweet touch to your Christmas celebration.

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Gather Around the Table

Three seating times are available: 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM, and 2:00 PM,

Adults: $115 per person (alcohol excluded)

Children (ages 2–12): $60 per person

Prices subject to 20% gratuity. 

For larger groups, please reach out directly: (817) 661-1855

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Christmas Day Buffet Menu

Breakfast Offerings
Gingerbread Pancakes · Bacon · Sausage · Hash browns · Scrambled Eggs · Classic French Toast · Yogurt & Granola Parfaits

Carving Station
Prime Rib with Au Jus & Horseradish Cream Sauce · Leg of Lamb with Mint Jelly · Turkey Breast with Gravy

Seasonal Sides
Mashed Potatoes & Gravy · Mac & Cheese · Creamed Spinach · Sautéed Mushrooms · Honey Roasted Carrots & Parsnips · Green Bean Almondine · Roasted Brussels Sprouts · Parker House Rolls · Buttermilk Biscuits

Harvest Salad Station

Cheese & Charcuterie Display with Crudités

Seafood Station
Shrimp Cocktail · Oyster Bar

Mini Dessert Display

Executive Chef Preston Paine

Preston Paine is a Dallas, Texas, native and the Executive Chef at Emilia’s. Preston most recently competed in Food Network’s newest cooking competition, Ciao House, where he made it to the finals.

Starting at a young age, after spending time in the kitchen with a close family friend, Preston knew he wanted to create exquisite cuisine for people to enjoy. After graduating from Tulane University in New Orleans, where he studied business development with a focus on restaurant design, Preston returned to Dallas where began developing menus and design concepts for restaurants. He also had the opportunity to spend a year working as an onboard chef and traveling extensively along the Coast of Italy, which enabled him to develop his craft creating authentic Italian cuisine.

Prior to beginning his role at Emilia’s, he was the Executive Chef for Exxir Hospitality, working at Paradiso, Tejas, Mermaid, Botanist, and Casablanca, all found in the Bishop Arts District of Dallas. Preston is also the co-founder of Shug’s Bagels, one of Dallas’ best bagel shops. He has also served as the Culinary Director at Apheleia Restaurant Group, Chef De Cuisine at Catbird Restaurant, and was Chef de Partie at Eleven Madison Park, which retained its 3-Michelin Star status during his time with the restaurant.

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