If a golden roasted turkey with all the trimmings is the star of your holiday table, let us help make your meal easier by delivering a premium bird straight to your doorstep. Hayter’s turkeys are known for their rich flavour, tender meat, and consistent quality, no matter how you choose to prepare them. Whether you're roasting, smoking, or grilling, a whole turkey is a delicious way to feed a group of 7 to 10 people, or fewer if you’re hoping for leftovers.

Raised near Dashwood, Ontario, Hayter’s has been a family-run farm for three generations. Their antibiotic-free turkeys are raised humanely in open-sided barns with plenty of room to roam, fresh air, clean bedding, and constant access to fresh water. The birds are cared for attentively, checked several times a day, and given a balanced diet to support their health and well-being. The Hayter family believes that thoughtful care leads to a better bird, and you can taste the difference.

COOKING TIP: For a juicy, flavourful whole fresh turkey with crispy skin, dry brine it at least 24 hours before roasting by rubbing it all over (and under the skin, if possible) with kosher salt mixed with optional herbs and a bit of sugar. Let it sit uncovered on a rack in the fridge for 24–48 hours to deeply season the meat and dry out the skin. Before roasting, bring the turkey to room temperature for about an hour, and consider roasting it breast-side down for the first half of cooking to keep the breast meat extra moist.

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Please note: We cannot guarantee delivery before October 25th for any orders placed after October 22nd.