I want us to think about what the day means and how it connects us to our Native American brothers and sisters. Thanksgiving, in general, is far more meaningful to me today that it ever was before. Some vegans, however, will admit that Thanksgiving for vegans can be complicated, even infuriating, especially at family gatherings where everyone keeps passing them the turkey plate. Kate LeTourneaux-Platt, a Santa Rosa nutritionist and private chef, agrees. There is so much emotion that goes into our food, at holidays in particular.
Thanksgiving can be extremely uncomfortable.
I associate it with autumn, with what is available seasonally. And then there are those who have given up meat for ethical reasons, considering it especially difficult to sit idly by on this day that some consider an annual turkey holocaust. A dedicated vegetarian, she claims Thanksgiving is her favorite holiday. It's a beautiful tradition. It's about bringing out the best you have to offer, your special dishes, your best foods.