The holiday season on Martha's Vineyard is a time for family, celebration, and, of course, food. With the Island’s unique culinary offerings—rooted in fresh, local ingredients—it’s the perfect backdrop for creating memorable meals with your loved ones.
In this post, we’ve gathered a collection of Vineyard-inspired recipes that range from classic Island dishes to creative new takes on holiday favorites. Special features include recipes from the O'Hanlon Group's Recipe Flipbook, local chefs, and beloved spots like Morning Glory Farm. These dishes are sure to add a local touch to your holiday gatherings and inspire your own culinary traditions.
In addition to the recipes here, check out the O'Holiday Cookbook for plenty of holiday recipes for every occasion!
From savory options like Crispy Sheet Pan Chicken with Honeynut Squash and Hot Honey Drizzle to indulgent desserts like Peter Smyth’s Crème Caramel, these recipes will elevate any meal. For appetizers, try Crab-Stuffed Shrimp, and for a cozy side dish, Nancy’s Hanukkah Latkes and Maranda’s Sweet Potato Casserole are sure to impress. Don't forget the sweet endings, like Apple & Cranberry Harvest Pie.
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Downeast Maine Pumpkin Bread
(In the O'Hanlon Group's Holiday Recipes, added by me!)
Make the day before if possible - it improves with age!
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease and flour three 7x3 inch loaf pans
- In a large bowl, mix together pumpkin puree, eggs, oil, water and sugar until well blended.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves and ginger.
- Stir the dry ingredients into the pumpkin mixture until just blended. Pour into the prepared pans.
- Bake for about 50 minutes in the preheated oven. Loaves are done when toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
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Morning Glory Farm Zucchini Bread
(From Morning Glory Farm and The Seasoned Mom)
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Crispy Sheet Pan Chicken with Honeynut Squash and Hot Honey Drizzle
(From Cook the Vineyard in Martha's Vineyard Magazine) -
Crab-Stuffed Shrimp
(From Cook the Vineyard in Martha's Vineyard Magazine)
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Nancy’s Hanukkah Latkes
(From the O'Hanlon Group's Holiday Recipes) -
Ginger Brussels Sprouts
(From the MVT Times Holiday Dishes Share) -
Maranda’s Sweet Potato Casserole
(From the O'Hanlon Group's Holiday Recipes)
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Apple & Cranberry Harvest Pie
(From Morning Glory Farm and Ski Boots in the Kitchen) - Peter Smyth’s Crème Caramel
(From MVT Times Vineyard Chef’s Holiday Recipes)
If you're looking for more inspiration, check out Martha's Vineyard native and Peloton instructor Emma Lovewell’s blog for additional recipes with a Vineyard twist!
We hope these Vineyard-inspired recipes bring a new taste to your holiday table and inspire fresh traditions this season. Whether you’re cooking for a crowd or enjoying a quiet meal, we wish you a wonderful holiday filled with good food, good company, and good cheer!
