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Christmas
Christmas Eve Dinner & Christmas Day Buffet
Experience the magic of the holidays in the snow-capped Adirondacks with festive culinary celebrations at The Whiteface Lodge. Tucked away in Lake Placid, our resort offers two distinct dining experiences designed to fill your Christmas season with warmth, comfort, and culinary excellence.
Christmas Eve Dinner | 4 PM - 8 PM | KANU
Christmas Day Buffet | 3 PM - 7 PM | KANU
Christmas Eve Dinner
Join us in the warm, lodge-lit ambiance of KANU for a festive four-course plated Christmas Eve dinner, thoughtfully crafted to celebrate the season’s most comforting flavors. Designed for an elegant yet inviting holiday experience, each course highlights winter ingredients prepared with elevated, mountain-inspired technique.
Pricing for this special holiday event is $150 per adult and $75 per child 5-12, offering a memorable Christmas Eve gathering for families and couples alike.
Celebrate tradition, togetherness, and the magic of the holidays at The Whiteface Lodge.
Gratuity will be an additional 20% added to the check.
Pricing for this special holiday event is $150 per adult and $75 per child 5-12, offering a memorable Christmas Eve gathering for families and couples alike.
Celebrate tradition, togetherness, and the magic of the holidays at The Whiteface Lodge.
Gratuity will be an additional 20% added to the check.
Starters
Amuse-Bouche V
Gougère with Lemon Cardamom Chevre, and Cranberry Dust
First Course
Lodge Shrimp Cocktail GF
House Bloody Mary Cocktail Sauce
Smoked Salmon Tartlette
Citrus Crème Fraîche, Cucumber, Shortbread Tart
Burrata & Beets V GF
Roasted Beets, Blood Orange Supremes, Spiced Pistachio, Aged Balsamic
Second Course
Roasted Chestnut & Parsnip Soup V GF
Fig Reduction, Sage Oil
Harvest Salad V GF
Field Greens, Roasted Butternut Squash, NY Apples, Dried Cranberries, Goat Cheese, Cider Vinaigrette
Main Course
Wagyu Flat Iron GF
Whipped Potato, Broccolini, Cabernet Bordelaise
Halibut GF
Root Vegetable Hash, Rainbow Chard, Acorn Squash, Vanilla Brown Butter
Duck Breast GF
Celery Root Puree, Honey-Thyme Carrots, Amarena Cherry Port Reduction
Stuffed Pork Chop GF
Fig, Goat Cheese, Candied Pecan, Potato Gratin, Heirloom Carrots, Cider Bourbon Glaze
Acorn Bowl VG GF
Winter Vegetable Hash, Quinoa Cranberry Blend, Crispy Brussels, Spiced Cider
Desserts
Bourbon Pecan Pie V
Spiced Maple Reduction, Vanilla Bean Ice Cream
Eggnog Crème Brûlée V GF
Candied Cranberries
Sticky Toffee Pudding V
Warm Caramel, Vanilla Bean Ice Cream
Holiday Plate V
Peppermint Bark, Gingerbread Cookies, Chocolate Truffles
Christmas Day Buffet
Celebrate the joy of the season with a festive Christmas Day Buffet in KANU, served from 3:00–7:00pm (last seating at 7pm). Experience an abundant spread of holiday favorites and elevated lodge classics, featuring chef-crafted entrées, seasonal sides, vibrant salads, fresh seafood displays, and decadent desserts prepared to delight guests of all ages.
Designed for a warm, family-friendly celebration, this expansive buffet invites you to relax, indulge, and enjoy the flavors and traditions of Christmas at your own pace.
Pricing for this special holiday buffet is $100 per adult and $50.00 per child 5-12, making it the perfect way to gather, share, and savor Christmas Day at The Whiteface Lodge.
An additional gratuity of 20% will be added to the check.
Designed for a warm, family-friendly celebration, this expansive buffet invites you to relax, indulge, and enjoy the flavors and traditions of Christmas at your own pace.
Pricing for this special holiday buffet is $100 per adult and $50.00 per child 5-12, making it the perfect way to gather, share, and savor Christmas Day at The Whiteface Lodge.
An additional gratuity of 20% will be added to the check.
Arrival
Poached Shrimp & Jonah Crab Claw
House Cocktail Sauce, Lemon
Smoked Salmon Board
Lemon Crème Fraîche, Capers, Red Onion, Artisan Rye
Winter Charcuterie & Cheese
Spiced Nuts, Dried Fruits, Honeycomb
Burrata & Roasted Beets
Diced Butternut Squash, Candied Pecans, Spiced Honey
Baby Kale Salad
Pomegranate, Cranberry, English Cucumber, Blood Orange Vinaigrette
Soup
Roasted Chestnut & Creamy Parsnip V GF
Butternut & NY Apple Bisque V GF
Carving Station
Herb Crusted Prime Rib GF
Au Jus, Horseradish Crème
Honey Glazed Bone-In Ham GF
Spiced Cider Glaze, Pineapple Chutney
Mains
Roasted Turkey Breast GF
Rosemary Pan Gravy
Braised Short Rib
Red Hunters Sauce
Seared Salmon Filet GF
Lemon-Caper Beurre Blanc
Wild Mushroom Ravioli V
Aged Parmesan, Fig Reduction
Sides
Garlic Mashed Potatoes V GF
Gruyère Potato Gratin V GF
Maple Roasted Brussels Sprouts VG GF
Glazed Heirloom Carrots VG GF
Grilled Broccolini VG GF
Parker House Brioche Rolls V
Maple Whipped Butter
Desserts
Assorted Christmas Cookies & Truffles V