By Julie DeLong, A-1 Freeman Moving Group
1. Turkey in a Box?
The saying "turkey in a box" is one I initially heard my Mom use right after her recent retirement. My Mother is (and always has been) the "hostess with the most-ess," however as she continues to age, pulling out all the stops for a complete Thanksgiving banquet is just not in her wheelhouse nowadays. Still wishing to have the perfect holiday meal hosted at her residence, she has resorted to the boxed options available at a lot of retail food locations. You'll find reasons why these kinds of pre-packaged meals are increasing in popularity such as:
· These traditional turkey dinners include all the fixings such as stuffing, gravy and pumpkin or pecan pie for dessert
· Other alternatives frequently can include beef, ham or vegetarian possibilities for the main course including relevant trimmings
· The meals are almost always pre-cooked in addition to ready meaning they merely call for a little heating or chilling ahead of serving
· Ingredients usually are available in microwave-safe dishes making warming them a snap
· The ability to buy them beforehand and perhaps, you might have these boxed dinners dropped at your house
If you have just moved to Little Rock a short while ago, you don't need to track down all the necessary cooking equipment, roasting dishes, pots and pans in order to make everything that is frequently expected in a Thanksgiving dinner given this alternative.
2. Potluck Options
This option is one that is enjoyed and adopted by many households during the holidays and this is the perfect possibility to commence a potluck platform for Thanksgiving. This concept is popular since it brings foods to the table which might be unique favorites by those who cook them such as "Grandma's Awesome Apple Pie" or "Aunt Edna's Sensational Stuffing" and don't forget "Uncle Ernie's Excellent Deviled Egg Hors d'oeuvers."
For people who have just moved to Little Rock and might not have a plethora of dishes or flatware accessible, requests for these items can be incorporated as part of a potluck request. As an example, if Granny is making her awesome apple pie, ask that she also bring dessert plates and forks together with her dessert. There is also paper or plastic plates and flatware which can be used given that family and friends are aware of the fact your household has recently relocated.
3. Renting and Borrowing
If Thanksgiving arrives shortly after you've just moved and some of your bulkier things like furniture are still kept in storage, don't worry since you can invariably rent or borrow items like tables and chairs. Think about your friends or family members like your younger bro who's got a large pickup and a dining room table that may be easily transportable. Have you considered your neighbor who's going away for the holiday and might have this stuff around for you to borrow?
If you are going down the rental road, make sure you get hold of these places ASAP as holidays and special events are often a busy time of year for them. However, most of these companies are normally well-stocked with tables and chairs as this is the bread-and-butter of their industry.
4. An Alternative Location
The word "host" has numerous definitions from being the home to a parasite to a place who supplies a facility and site for a specific happening along with individuals who function as a master of ceremonies. Yet, the meaning, "a person who receives or entertains company socially, commercially, or officially" pertains in this situation. As you will see, the word home or house doesn't occur as an element of this definition.
Therefore theoretically, a person can host a Thanksgiving meal while not making the meal themselves or providing the place where it'll be ingested. Take into account many restaurants and other locations that happen to be open on this holiday to serve you and your guests. While exploring for choices on the web which are available, you may find locations like local casinos that offer all-you-can-eat buffets as a cost-effective choice.
A Closing Inspirational Moment
Even if you don't use any of these options to host your holiday dinner, the arrival of Thanksgiving may perhaps motivate people who have recently moved to Little Rock to unpack their stuff sooner instead of later. Hosting this celebration can also be a great way to invite your friends and family to visit your new domicile making your new dwelling feel more like home.
Thus, in conclusion, Happy Thanksgiving from everyone at A-1 Freeman Moving Group in Little Rock! Here's hoping you genuinely savor all the gratitude you are going to feel when surrounded by family and friends inside your new place over the holiday season.
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