Thanksgiving seems to have come quickly this year, and it is already time to pause and review what we're thankful for, to plan and cook amazing food for friends and family.

 

During all the years Gina was in Italy, Thanksgiving was celebrated by the Americans living there on the Saturday after, because Thursday was just another work day. It was a wonderful opportunity to share an American  Thanksgiving with many Italian friends, who were astounded that an entire roasted turkey was the center of the celebration! The Italians really appreciated what the holiday is all about - giving thanks for the many gifts and abundance we have - and many of them wished Italy had a holiday like that. Unfortunately, they've chosen to focus on Halloween instead!

 

The Thanksgiving menu can be traditional and affirmingly standard and satisfying. Much of it is carbohydrates like bread stuffing and potatoes, dinner rolls and candied yams. Why not lighten it up a little this year with a vegetable that provides the requisite beautiful orange color the plate needs, as well as a clean, delicious taste that lightens up the palate? We're talking roasted squash! Butternut is delicious and easy, but our new favorite is delicata squash. Slightly sweeter than butternut, it is easy to roast and simple to prepare because it's so delicate. Hence the name!

 

We're both so grateful for the wonderful friends and customers that make our work so rewarding and we send our warmest wishes for a blessed and safe thanksgiving holiday!

 

Buon appetito! 

Gina and Mary