Variations for a Harvest Feast Thanksgiving celebrates a bounty of good food and the gathering of family and friends.
Some cooks lovingly uphold food traditions every year, while others like to try new things.
If you're doing the cooking for the holiday, here are tips to make cooking a breeze, or at least more enjoyable. Set the table the day before with enough utensils, glassware, plates, napkins, and chairs to accommodate guests. Tradition with a Twist Honoring tradition while being creative in the kitchen can be a tall order. We asked seven chefs from various regions in the United States what Thanksgiving means to them at work and at home. These chefs offer a variety of traditional dishes to please the nostalgic taste buds as well as creative menu options for an exciting twist.