12 Surprising Thanksgiving Traditions to Know about, Learn and Try

Family Tree Food Stories

Surprising Ways to Give More Thanks and Create a Better Thanksgiving Together.

Join co-hosts Nancy May and Sylvia Lovely in this next episode of Family Tree, Food & Stories, which focuses on Thanksgiving secrets, traditions, history, and more.

Ever wonder why presidents pardon turkeys? Or why cranberry sauce sparks family feuds? This Family Tree Food & Stories episode reveals the quirky history and hidden stories behind America's favorite feast day.

You'll learn the details behind:

• The real story behind presidential turkey pardons
• Why that cranberry sauce debate matters more than you think
• Ancient traditions that shaped modern celebrations
• Game-changing hosting tips from disaster-seasoned pros

From kitchen catastrophes turned family legends to clever conversation pivots that save dinner, we're sharing battle-tested strategies for holiday success. Learn how to transform traditional recipes, handle unexpected guests, and turn awkward moments into memorable stories.

Plus, discover:

• Ways to give back and give thanks.
• How to shed a few pounds before you dig into that meal
• Surprising side dish recipe additions
• Thanksgiving table talk to ingredient-challenged guests

Skip the usual holiday stress. Join us for laughs, surprising historical tidbits, and practical ideas to revolutionize your Thanksgiving playbook.

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About Your Hosts: Nancy May and Sylvia Lovely are the powerhouse team behind Family Tree, Food & Stories, an Omnimedia company that celebrates the rich traditions and connections that everyone has around food, friends, and family meals together. Nancy, an award-winning business leader, author, podcaster, and Sylvia, a visionary author, lawyer, and former CEO, combine their expertise to bring captivating stories rooted in history, heritage, and food. Together, they weave stories that blend history, tradition, and the love of food, where generations connect and share intriguing mealtime stories and kitchen foibles.

Tune in and discover the secrets and superstitions hidden in your kitchen cabinets—you might just find a new story to share with friends, family, or even a business colleague during your next meal.

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