Holidays

If any of you are like me, you are currently searching through the closet for a large pair of pants to accommodate for the great holiday that was Thanksgiving. Many of us were surrounded by pounds of food, along with friends of family. It is a time for us all to give thanks for what we have; and what better way to bring people together than with food. The beauty of Thanksgiving is that many of us don’t partake in fine upscale multi-course meals; instead we enjoy the family recipes that are handed down from generation to generation. Scalloped oysters, grandma’s stuffing, and vinegar and bacon green beans, cover the table next to the wonderful turkey. If you read this blog than you know that I have talked about the power food has to bring together many different people, and Thanksgiving is the ultimate showcase of this test. In many instances you have families sharing many different recipes with others, sharing their families pride and joy with others, with the sole goal as to please others and share the passion.

While some, including myself, do not necessarily care for most of the traditional “Thanksgiving” day foods, I can respect and love the holiday for what it does. When at the dinner table all problems are erased and we all share the same common thread; our love for food and our thanks for what we have. So for this holiday season I challenge you to try the food others choose to share with you, it is the passion and you may learn something about them or maybe yourself if you dig deeper. This year I am thankful for the friends and family that have blessed my life and for the food that has brought us together. May you all have a wonderful holiday season, regardless of you and your family may celebrate.